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Skip trendy Trastevere for this small-group walking food tour of Testaccio, a throwback to Rome’s more working-class neighborhoods. Visit local markets, cheesemongers, small businesses, family-run restaurants, and more. Spend the morning discovering how the neighborhood has influenced Roman culture and food over the centuries while sampling plenty of food and wine along the way, including a full pasta lunch.

Avoid wasting time during your Vatican Museums visit with this skip-the-line tour. Join a guide to pass right by the long entrance queues and start touring the massive galleries. See the incomparable Raphael Rooms, Michelangelo's stunning Sistine Chapel, as well as other museum highlights like the Gallery of Maps and the Tapestries Gallery. As you explore, your guide offers insight and commentary you'd otherwise miss if visiting alone.

This evening tour of the Colosseum offers exclusive after-hours access to the underground tunnels, Arena floor, and first level of the amphitheater, allowing you to explore sections many visitors never see. After the crowds depart for the day, head inside to talk through chambers once used by gladiators and stage crews, all while a guide explains the site’s history and engineering.

Dig into history in a fun way on this small-group tour of the iconic Colosseum and Roman Forum with an entertaining guide who specializes in tours for families with children. During the explorations, your guide keeps kids (and parents) engaged with games, quizzes, and multimedia activities. Upgrade for a private tour customized for your kids' ages and interests.

The Colosseum and Roman Forum are two of Rome’s notable ancient sites, but visiting these vast ruins on your own can be overwhelming. On this group tour, take in the most important features with an archaeologist guide in a short time. Head straight to the restricted arena floor and stand where gladiators once fought, then opt to continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace.

Skip the large tour group, and see Ancient Rome and the Colosseum with a small group that’s capped at just 15 people (children not included in the cap). With a guide always in close proximity, you’ll catch all the anecdotes and curiosities that make the history of Rome come alive. The tour includes entry to the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and of course, the Colosseum where you’ll walk in the footsteps of the gladiators.

Rome is home to Europe’s oldest Jewish community, and the city’s Jewish ghetto is still the center of its cultural life and cuisine. Discover this characteristic corner of the Eternal City with a Roman-Jewish guide, who will share insights into the city’s Jewish past and present. Explore the Jewish Museum art collections (own expense) and two major synagogues with one of the few guides authorized to take groups inside.

The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are two landmarks rarely left off any Rome itinerary, but without a guide to offer explanations, it can be hard to know what you’re looking at. This private tour pairs you with your own personal guide, with plenty of time to answer questions. Upgrade to include VIP perks like hotel transfers and arena access, or to continue your tour at the nearby Roman Forum.

Spend your time in the exhibits, not waiting in long lines, with skip-the-line entrance tickets for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Gain entrance quickly so that you can linger before Michelangelo's masterpieces, explore the sprawling complex at your own pace, and see artworks by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Da Vinci. Upgrade to a guided tour for deeper insights and skip-the-line admission to St. Peter's Basilica, too.

The Vatican Museums can be intimidating for first-time visitors, both for the wealth of its art and for the vast area it covers. With this small-group tour, see the highlights with a guide for a comprehensive introduction to the Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel that won’t overwhelm. Plus, skip-the-line entry ensures getting inside is quick and as easy as can be.

Waiting in ticket lines in Rome can be daunting, especially during summer when the crowds swell and temperatures soar. This pre-booked admission ticket grants you access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill alongside a tour guide who provides insightful commentary into ancient history. That leaves you with peace of mind and more time to explore two of Rome’s top attractions.

Visit the Capuchin Crypt, officially the Museum and Crypt of the Capuchin Friars, using a skip-the-line admission ticket. With timed entrance to the Crypt you’ll avoid the crowds in Rome. Follow a Blue Badge guide for a 45-minute tour through the underground chambers containing the bones of some 4,000 people amassed over five centuries.

Enjoy an intimate look at the Vatican Museums' extensive collections on this small-group insider tour. Have a personalized experience learning directly from your guide as you explore the Gallery of the Maps, Pio Clementino Museum, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. Extend your tour further by upgrading to include St. Peter's Basilica.

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with this guided climb to the top of St. Peter's dome. After taking in the views across the city, proceed inside for a tour of the Basilica, the museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Learn more from what you'll find in a guidebook from your guide, as they take the lead in navigating the extensive collections of artworks and artefacts on display.

The Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona sit within the same walkable area of Rome's historic center, but covering all three with enough context to understand what you're looking at—without a guide—takes longer than most visitors expect. This small-group walking tour connects all three in a single half-day itinerary, with a guide who covers Roman history, local culture, and neighborhood detail that goes beyond standard guidebook coverage.

Take advantage of the cooler temperatures and fewer crowds after sunset with this evening walking tour of Rome. Admire landmarks like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vittoriano dramatically lit and stroll through the trendy Monti neighborhood, one of the oldest in the city. Listen to dark tales from Rome’s long history and discover a secret scenic spot known only to locals.

Rome is home to multiple ancient landmarks, but deciphering the ruins can be difficult without insights from a guide. This tour removes any guesswork, with a guide providing historical context for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Enjoy wireless audio headsets for clear commentary as you explore these landmarks on foot.

See more of Rome's top sights than you easily could on your own—and enjoy a fun-filled and personalized way to explore the Eternal City—on a half-day tour by golf cart. At your appointed time, meet your driver-guide. Then, hop aboard and set off to some of the city's most iconic sights. Stop outside the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and more, learning insider stories along the way.

Make the most of your time in Rome and cover the city's A-list attractions without the hassle of a map and guidebook with this small-group highlights walking tour. Set off with your guide from the Vittoriano monument near the Roman Forum and stroll through the historic center to marvel at must-sees like the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Trajan's Column. Learn about the city's history and architecture from your guide before ending in the magnificent Piazza Navona.

Hop on a golf cart for a comprehensive, small-group tour of Rome in a short amount of time. Stay out from behind glass bus windows, but also off your feet; this is a great option for those who have trouble walking long distances. Combine the blockbuster sites with some hidden gems and listen to your guide's commentary on Rome's history, culture, and modern life.

The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill are highlights of Rome's ancient legacy. But without a guide to shed light on their history, it can be hard to see the once-thriving imperial city beyond the ruins. On this tour, learn the stories behind these masterpieces of Roman civilization, with a professional guide to provide informative commentary along the way.

The chance to attend a papal audience is unforgettable, but tickets can be hard to come by. Get the chance to see Pope Leo XIV in the flesh—and watch him give his weekly address—on this exclusive experience. Follow your guide through the crowds to a prime location and learn about the tradition of the papal audience. A provided headset makes sure that you can hear everything your guide is saying without the noise of the crowds.

Not everyone who visits the Colosseum visits the arena floor—the heart of ancient gladiatorial battles. On this guided tour, which includes admission tickets, see areas of this arena that are restricted to visitors. Move to the Roman Forum, where you’ll see the remains of Rome’s millennia-old temples and official buildings, before concluding with panoramic views at Palatine Hill.

Explore the landmarks of ancient Rome without wearing yourself out on a small-group Segway tour with an experienced guide. On your own electric Segway, cruise by major Rome attractions like the Roman Forum, Aventine Hill, and Circus Maximus. Learn about the Eternal City’s 2,000-year-old ruins while you zoom along the streets, and stop by the Mouth of Truth, Rome’s legendary lie-detecting sculpture.