Top Rome Holidays - page 4

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.

The long lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can take hours out of your sightseeing day. Optimize your time with this exclusive fast-track ticket that includes an audio guide to the vast museum complex. Enjoy stress-free escorted entry and explore the galleries and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel at your own pace while the audio guide brings the collection's history and details to life.

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.

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.

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.

Checking off several of Rome’s major sights in a single day isn’t easy, but this two-for-one package keeps things running smoothly. After meeting your guide and group, start your day with a comprehensive tour of the Vatican, visiting the museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Then, after a short break for lunch (own expense), tour the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum.

Create authentic Italian dishes in this small-group, pasta-making masterclass, located right by Rome’s Colosseum—a hands-on alternative to restaurant reservations. With guidance from a local chef, learn to make traditional ravioli and the ultimate tiramisu. Discover the history of Italian cuisine before sitting down to a tasting session to enjoy your creations alongside unlimited wine and panoramic views of the Colosseum.

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.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.

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.

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.

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.

Avoid shuffling after a large tour group and explore the acclaimed Borghese Gallery at your own pace with skip-the-line admission. Breeze past the lines at the entrance and spend longer inside the museum admiring masterworks from artists such as Raphael, Canova, Caravaggio, and Bernini. Plus, get access to a digital audioguide, and learn more about the Renaissance art on display than you possibly could from just reading panels.

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.

Check out the Colosseum’s underground chambers and gladiator passageways on a tour of the sites that are normally off-limits to the general public. With a guide, you also visit the arena floor to see where the gladiatorial action took place. The experience ends with a chance to explore the Roman Forum on your own, viewing temples and arches as you follow the footsteps of ancient senators and emperors.

The Vatican Museums are among the largest museums in the world and with over five million annual visitors they can get incredibly crowded. This self-guided tour is ideal for those who want to take their time and not be restricted by a guided tour. Save time with fast-track, skip-the-line entrance tickets, browse the galleries at your own pace, and visit the magnificent Sistine Chapel at a time that suits you.

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.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

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.

Take a trip through Italy’s wine countries without leaving the capital city with this wine tasting at a family-run “enoteca” wine shop just steps from Campo de’ Fiori. Sample six different sparkling and still wines paired with artisan charcuterie, cheeses, and other gourmet snacks as your sommelier host explains the history and terroir of each.

Get out of Rome for the day and enjoy the Tuscan countryside without needing to spend the night—ideal if you’re short on time. Visit vineyards with beautiful views over the ancient landscapes, sit down to a 3-course meal at one winery restaurant, and get the chance to sample a variety of local wines. Receive personalized attention from your guide, too, as this is an intimate small-group tour.

Learn how to make a traditional Roman-style pizza from scratch during this small-group pizza workshop. Get hands-on instruction from an authentic Roman pizza chef—from dough preparation to preparing the toppings—and discover time-honored techniques that have been passed down for generations. Top it all off with a bite of your homemade masterpiece paired with antipasti and wine or beer.

Learn to cook classic Roman dishes during a group cooking class held inside a local restaurant near the Vatican. Instead of just dining out, step into the kitchen to prepare fresh fettuccine, stuffed ravioli, and tiramisu, with guidance that helps you recreate the recipes at home. After cooking, sit down with your group to enjoy your meal with unlimited wine, plus additional courses prepared by the chef.

Learn to craft three classic Italian spritz cocktails—Aperol, Hugo, and Limoncello—then pair them with fresh, handmade pasta and sauces in a small-group cooking class near the Colosseum. Mix drinks, roll pasta, and cook alongside a local chef, choosing between carbonara or a vegetarian cacio e pepe. Designed for food lovers seeking authenticity, this intimate, hands-on experience lets you skip the tourist traps and savor real Roman flavors in the heart of the city.