Top Rome Holidays - page 3

Take a break from the bustle of Rome and experience two pillars of Italian cuisine in the peaceful Franscati countryside with this unique day trip. Visit a traditional family-run winery to sample local red and white wines, then learn the secrets to making perfect pasta from scratch during a hands-on lesson. Cap off your visit with dinner featuring your own fresh pasta topped with a traditional Roman sauce.

Experience the food and wine of Frascati on this guided excursion. Travel independently from Rome's Termini Station with your provided tickets and meet your guide in Frascati. Then, embark on a tour of the ancient wine-making town: your first stop is the historic center, which you explore for about an hour. Afterward, visit a winery for three wine tastings, and return to a Frascati for little shipping and a lunch of local delicacies such as roasted pork, focaccia, and biscotti—fresh from an antique wood-fired oven.

The Jewish Ghetto and Campo de’ Fiori neighborhoods are synonymous with traditional Roman cuisine, but dodging tourist traps and finding authentic eats can be a challenge. Enjoy seven tasty food stops—paired with wine, beer, and soft drinks—during this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Listen to stories about the Eternal City’s rich history along the way, capped off by dinner among the ruins of an ancient Roman theater.

Go beyond just sampling pasta in Roman restaurants and learn how to cook it yourself with a local chef guide. Begin with a visit to a gourmet shop before heading to the workshop. Spend time learning how to make pasta and tiramisu from scratch, with the benefit of hands-on instruction. Then sit down with your group to enjoy your creations, accompanied by local wine or Prosecco.

The Catacombs of Rome are a popular attraction—bypass the long lines outside with this exciting excursion. This tour also gives you skip-the-line access to the Capuchin Crypt and Basilica San Martino ai Monti, making it a great pick for travelers short on time. See Rome's mysterious side with a guide who knows the history well, so you can get more out of your visit.

Take advantage of your time in Rome and learn the secrets to making two of the most beloved Italian dishes: pasta and tiramisu. Meet your chef and instructor at a local neighborhood restaurant and learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch and authentic tiramisu. Pick up new skills and techniques in the kitchen, then feast on your handiwork, paired with free-flowing prosecco and wine.

Tour the iconic Colosseum and other sites of ancient Rome at its most atmospheric, and when the crowds thin out, on this evening tour. Learn about the ruins of the Roman Forum seen from the Piazza del Campidoglio, before entering the amphitheater after closing hours. Gain deeper insight into the arena from your guide, and if you've upgraded, enjoy access to the often-restricted arena floor so you can feel the energy of the space where gladiator battles were fought.

Tick off more highlights of Tuscany in less time—and enjoy a more personalized way to travel—on an activity-packed day trip great for first-time visitors. With just your guide (or small group, if option selected) for company, zip between highlights from Siena and Monteriggioni to San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Benefit from the included transit and your guide's insider knowledge along the way, and even enjoy a wine tasting and lunch.

Step into the kitchen of a passionate and friendly chef for a fun pasta and gelato cooking class near the Vatican. Alongside a small group, master the art of making homemade fettuccine and tomato sauce, as well as delectable gelato using fresh ingredients and basic kitchen tools. Delight your taste buds with appetizers, fantastic wine and beer, water, and soft drinks, and enjoy everything you prepare with new friends of all ages.

Learn how to eat and drink like a local during this small-group dinner crawl through Rome's trendy Trastevere neighborhood. Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden gems and locally-loved, in-the-know eateries. Understand the history of Roman cuisine and meet the people behind the city’s famed gastronomy. Taste several traditional dishes along the way, from pizza and pasta to cheeses, Italian wine, and gelato.

Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace with this self-guided audio and AI video tour. Simply download the app on your phone, plug in your own headphones, and explore. Wander the main floors of the ancient amphitheater before continuing on to the nearby ancient sites. Upgrade for access to the restricted arena floor, or to add on a VR experience.

Dive into Rome's famous cuisines and explore the trendy Trastevere neighborhood on this small-group nighttime food tour. Visit bars to sample wines and cocktails; stop at restaurants to taste cured meats and pasta dishes; and venture through charming back streets with your guide. Enjoy several tastings plus wine pairings and an aperitif cocktail.

Escape Rome, and visit two UNESCO World Heritage-listed wonders in one day, all without the hassle of driving or planning an itinerary yourself. Leave the challenging coastal roads to a professional as you focus on the beautiful scenery of the Amalfi Coast, and dive deep into ancient Roman history by touring Pompeii with an archaeologist guide. Enjoy free time in Sorrento or Positano to sightsee, shop, and dine (own expense) before returning to Rome.

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica every day to see Renaissance masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, as well as the Sistine Chapel. Secure skip-the-line access to this popular UNESCO World Heritage–listed complex and learn more by touring with a guide. Personal audio headsets also ensure you can hear your guide clearly as you tour.

The Vatican Museums are a must-visit attraction in Rome, but the long lines and massive size can take a big bite out of your sightseeing time in Rome. Maximize your day on this express group or small-group guided tour that includes skip-the-line entry and a quick 2-hour visit. Head straight to the museums' highlights and Sistine Chapel to cover the top works with guide insights to better understand their history and significance.

Traveling in Rome when you follow a gluten-free diet can be a challenge, especially if you aren’t fluent in Italian. Make things easier on yourself by touring with a private guide who can help avoid accidentally eating hidden gluten. Visit family-run businesses, some of which have been around for centuries, to taste treats and sip wines, all without worry.

Instead of juggling multiple bookings, make your visit to Rome easier with a combination tour that checks off three historic sites in one seamless experience. Begin with a guided tour of the Colosseum—once the stage for epic gladiator battles—before heading to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to learn about ancient politics and daily Roman life.

Home to the world’s largest private portfolio of artwork, the Vatican is a must-see for visitors to Rome, and the best way to explore it is with a guide. Learn about the highlights of Vatican City with an expert guide, visiting the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's incredible frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, and ending at St. Peter's Basilica.

If you’re short on time but want to make the most of your visit to Italy, experience the famous Tuscan countryside with this full-day tour from Rome. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, stopping to stroll through the UNESCO-listed hilltop village of San Gimignano. Visit a winery in the famed Chianti region for a tour and tasting with appetizers, and explore the well-preserved medieval city of Siena.

Finding a genuinely local dining experience near major landmarks can be challenging in central Rome. This guided dinner pairs a multi-course meal at a family-run restaurant with insight from a food specialist and sommelier. Enjoy regional dishes, from fresh pasta to traditional desserts, each matched with a complementary wine. After your meal, step outside to see the Pantheon illuminated at night.

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.

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.

Visiting the Colosseum on your own can mean you miss out on fascinating insights. On this guided tour, learn about gladiator contests, powerful emperors, and the engineering behind the ancient structure as your guide adds clear context to what you see. Afterward, continue exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace, with the freedom to spend more time where you’re most interested.

Visit one of Italy's most famous regions, Tuscany, and sample some of its famous wines on this full-day tour from Rome. Travel through the Tuscan countryside and visit the medieval town of San Gimignano. Your tour also includes stops at two wineries where you enjoy guided tastings of Tuscan wines along with local snacks.