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The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill make up the heart of Ancient Rome, and shouldn’t be missed—but unless you’re an archaeologist, deciphering the ruins can be tricky without explanations. During this half-day tour, spend time exploring each site alongside a guide who can fill you in on ancient history—or an audioguide, if that’s what you prefer. Combined admission tickets are included for seamless sightseeing.

If you’re short on time in Rome, get an in-depth introduction to one of the city’s most interesting ancient buildings—the Pantheon—on an express group tour. Get an inside peek at the building that was once a Roman temple but is now a Christian sanctuary. Listen to Rome's founding myths, including the story of Romulus and Remus, as you explore the interior and exterior of the Pantheon.

Most Colosseum tours take you only into the stands and don't offer a second perspective of the amphitheater. Step onto the Arena Floor with a guide, then head up to the first and second levels for views across the ancient structure. The tour finishes at Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, with stories of Rome’s games and battles throughout.

The Colosseum is one of Rome’s notable landmarks—but understanding its history is difficult without a guide. On this small-group tour, listen to stories of emperors and gladiators as you tour the ancient amphitheater. Then visit the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to gain further insight into the city's ancient history. This tour comes with different upgrades, so you can customize your experience to suit your budget and interests.

The Vatican Museums attract millions of visitors every year—and have the daily crowds to match. On this early-morning, small-group tour, enter the sprawling collection just after opening time, and experience highlights such as the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and fresco-painted Sistine Chapel without feeling rushed. Finally, take in masterpieces from Bernini and Michelangelo in St. Peter’s Basilica, with skip-the-line entry offered to save time.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food shapes Roman culture and sample food and wine from vendors across the city.

Skip the hassle and delays of the train and see two of Tuscany's top cities in a single day on this full-day tour from Rome. Save hours with direct transportation to Pisa and Florence via bus. See Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and other Florentine landmarks. The tour leader will lead you to the center and give you time on your own to explore.

Discover the sacred and artistic treasures of the Vatican on a group tour led by an art historian guide. Avoid waiting in long lines with included priority admission tickets, and see some of the most important masterpieces in the Vatican Museum’s immense collection—including Michelangelo’s awe-inspiring frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Learn the stories behind the art through your guide’s commentary, and finish at the beautiful St. Peter's Basilica.

Secure your visit to the Colosseum before you even arrive in Rome with this guided tour, which includes prebooked entry tickets. Even better, it includes access to the reconstructed Arena Floor, usually off-limits to the public. After visiting the ancient gladiatorial arena, head to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where your guide recounts Rome’s founding story.

Reaching Pompeii from Rome on your own means sorting trains and connections, and the ruins are vast enough to lose your bearings once you arrive. Join a guided tour to handle both, with transportation from Rome and a route straight to the site's highlights. From there, you can shape the day: add a crater hike, a walk at Mt. Vesuvius, extend your time in Pompeii, or upgrade to include lunch.

Visit the historic vacation homes of Rome's elite on a Rome-to-Tivoli day trip—no need to navigate buses or trains. Tours Tivoli’s two UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins, and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens.

Cover the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in just a few hours on this tour of ancient Rome—perfect for travelers in a time crunch. With a guide, enter the Colosseum and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians as tales of the brutal games ring in your ears. Stroll amid the ruins of the Roman Forum, then discover layers of Roman history on Palatine Hill.

The Vatican Museums are among the world's largest museums, 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 without the constraints of 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 on your schedule.

As one of the world's most famous landmarks, the Vatican draws lines that often exceed three hours. Spend less time waiting and more time gazing at the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling with a skip-the-line admission ticket, which is an obvious choice for time-pressed travelers. This flexible option lets you choose a time slot that fits your schedule.

Seeing the Vatican and ancient Rome in one day means booking separate tickets and crossing the city between them. Follow a guide through the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, then transfer to the city center for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain. Prebooked admission to the Vatican and the Colosseum is included, with free time for lunch in between.

Rome’s catacombs lie outside the historic center, making them awkward to reach by public transport. From Piazza d’Aracoeli, take a guided tour of the tunnels where early Christians buried their dead and gathered to worship. Choose an option to add the Capuchin Crypt with an audio guide or the underground Trevi Fountain district.

Simplify seeing Pope Leo XIV deliver his weekly address at Vatican City during this group experience. Leave the planning and organization to your guide, and follow them through the crowds to a prime location as you learn about the tradition of the papal audience. A provided headset ensures you hear your guide clearly amid the crowds.

The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill hold layers of history that are hard to piece together without context. This guided tour walks you through all three with a guide on hand to explain what you're seeing. Choose from a standard group tour, a small-group option, Arena Floor access at the Colosseum, or an evening exterior walk.

Explore the ancient Appian Way without worrying about traffic or public transport on this small-group tour from central Rome. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from the Circus Maximus to the catacombs, where you can explore the underground labyrinths with your guide. Then, hop on your electric-assist bike and pedal past ancient tombs, aqueducts, and the Italian countryside.

Discover one of Rome’s most food-centric historic neighborhoods and eat like a local on this guided tour of Trastevere. Sample a variety of Roman specialities, from traditional cookies to pasta alla carbonara, accompanied by local wines. Your foodie guide shares insider tips and stories behind each dish, offering an immersive cultural walk through the neighborhood's vibrant streets. Perfect for foodies and those who like to learn about a city through its food culture.

Explore the Colosseum’s underground chambers and gladiator passageways on a tour of sites 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.

Skip the line and immerse yourself in the wonders of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Wander through artistic treasures, including the Gallery of the Maps and the stunning Raphael Rooms, while your guide brings these masterpieces to life. Finish with an unforgettable visit to Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel to admire the breathtaking ceiling.

Cover the highlights of the Vatican in a single day with this complete tour that touches on the top sights inside the vast complex. Begin by taking an elevator ride to the top of St. Peter’s dome to take in sweeping views over Rome, then descend to visit the basilica and explore independently. Continue to the Vatican Museums with your guide to take in the most important masterpieces, ending in the Sistine Chapel.

Discover the priceless treasures in the Vatican Museum’s art collection—and visit Vatican City's most important landmarks—on this introductory tour. Upon arrival, skip the long lines and head right inside the Vatican Museums. See Michelangelo’s world-famous Sistine Chapel, venture to the Tapestries Gallery, and uncover other museum highlights. Headsets are included so you can hear your guide’s commentary clearly as you explore.