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Make sure you see the Vatican the right way when you’re in Rome: with a private guide, following a well-honed itinerary to maximize your time at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Skip-the-line entry saves time on admission, and you’ll get the lowdown behind the Vatican’s key statues and art as you walk.

Spend less time waiting and more time gazing at the Sistine Chapel and other artworks of the Vatican Museums with this skip-the-line admission ticket that proves an obvious choice for time-pressed travelers. This flexible option allows you to choose a time slot to suit your schedule and includes multimedia video that brings ancient Rome to life. Plus, add another fascinating element to your day with either breakfast inside the Vatican, a ticket to Castel Sant'Angelo, or a panoramic bus tour.

Rome is full of historical landmarks and monuments, meaning knowing what to prioritize when sightseeing is a little daunting. Ideal for first-time visitors, this private tour covers the highlights from ancient times through the Renaissance. Visit the interior of the gladiatorial ring and Rome’s ancient forum, toss a coin into the Trevi, and step inside the Pantheon. Along the way, listen to your guide explain Rome’s expansive history.

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.

Discover some of Rome's most iconic attractions by prebooking your admission ticket and choosing a tour option that suits your sightseeing style. Opt to explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace on a self-guided audio tour, or benefit from the insight of a guide on a group tour. For a personalized experience of the ancient wonders, upgrade to a private tour that promises undivided attention.

Keeping children engaged while exploring historic landmarks can be challenging, but this kid-friendly private tour of the Vatican is designed for families. Save time with skip-the-line tickets and go directly inside the Vatican with a scavenger hunt, quizzes, and other games that keep kids engaged. See artwork by famous artists like Michelangelo and visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Basilica.

Covering the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Il Vittoriano, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona in a single outing requires careful routing across two distinct areas of Rome—and without a guide, significant time can be lost to research before you even begin. This private tour covers the route efficiently, and includes a visit to the interior of the Colosseum, a gelato break, and a guide who provides context at each stop.

Break down the vast Vatican complex into manageable pieces and take in the highlights in just a few hours on this private tour. Save time with skip-the-line admission and head straight to the Vatican Museums to the most important masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, and others, including the stunning Sistine Chapel.

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.

Enjoy a private tour of Rome's top attractions and avoid the fast pace of a large group. Cover the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, plus Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and other major landmarks in the historic center. Listen to insider commentary spanning thousands of years of history in the Eternal City, with plenty of time to ask questions. Customizable itineraries can be adjusted to suit your interests.

Tick off three blockbuster Rome attractions in just as many hours during this private tour to Castel Sant'Angelo, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Ideal for time-crunched travelers, the tour includes skip-the-line admission tickets. Learn about each site's history, spanning thousands of years, from your guide, while the private tour guarantees undivided attention.

The Colosseum is one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, but it isn’t always easy to visualize how the ruin looked in its heyday. Use multimedia tools to make the lives of gladiators come alive during this kid-friendly private tour. Listen to fun and upbeat commentary designed to appeal to families as you explore the millennia-old arena and the Roman Forum.

Enjoy an up-close way to experience one of Italy's top attractions—and see a perspective on Rome and Vatican City that few other visitors get to experience—on this private tour of St. Peter's Basilica. With just your guide for company, head into the storied church—a major pilgrimage destination for Catholic worshipers—and learn all about its rich history. Then, have the special chance to ascend to the Dome via 281 steps for sweeping, postcard-worthy views.

First-time visitors to Rome will love exploring the city’s highlights on a half-day walking tour. Enjoy the personal attention of your art historian guide as you visit the Trevi Fountain, Column of Marcus Aurelius, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and many other landmarks. See top attractions as well as some hidden gems and get insider tips from your guide. It’s a great way to get oriented in Rome.

Make the most out of your trip to Rome and save time and money with the Roma Pass and Omnia Vatican Card. This sightseeing package grants you access to two top attractions, a 3-day hop-on hop-off open bus tour, and discounts at more than 30 attractions in the city. Receive fast-track admission to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Enjoy access to Rome's public transport system with a guidebook and map included.

If you're looking for in-depth historical insight into ancient Rome, a private tour is the perfect alternative to shared excursions—many of which only skim the surface. With an archaeologist guide exclusive to your group, explore the Colosseum—including the arena floor—Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum, with plenty of time to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of the Eternal City's storied past.

Ancient Rome’s sprawling ruins can be difficult to navigate without context or prior knowledge. This private tour makes it easier to understand the highlights as an art-historian guide leads you through the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Hear the story behind the gladiatorial games and explore well-preserved remains, including temples, the Senate, and Palatine Hill, while learning how the ancient city once functioned.

Rome is brimming with history and culture: ensure you don't overlook any of it with this private guided tour. Follow your local guide through the most important monuments in the city, including the Arch of Constantine, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, and immerse yourself in the history of the gladiators inside the Colosseum.

Experience the glory of ancient Rome with this in-depth tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Follow your guide inside the Colosseum to marvel at this magnificent amphitheater. Learn about its history and architecture before moving on to the forum ruins. End your visit on Palatine Hill, where you can snap photos of modern Rome from above.

Specially suited for travelers short on time, this private skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums covers top sights in the iconic papal collections in just a few hours. Admire world-renowned masterpieces, from the iconic painted ceiling of the Sistine Chapel to the Raphael Rooms and the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps. Pre-booked, no-wait admission tickets let you breeze past the entrance lines, saving time for taking in the sights.

Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the magnificent Barberini Palace on this private 2.5-hour tour. Explore the grand 17th-century palace, marvel at its architectural wonders, and visit the gallery to admire paintings by masters such as Raphael, Caravaggio, and Holbein.

Get personalized insight into the world's most important collection of Etruscan art on a private tour of the National Etruscan Museum in Rome. Skip the entrance lines and head inside to see relics of the ancient civilization that predates the Roman Empire. Learn the background behind well-preserved pieces like the Pyrgi Tablets and the Veius Apollo statue with the help of your guide’s expertise and multimedia tools.

Explore the Vatican's noteworthy sights on this half-day private tour. An expert guide points out and explains the history of the pieces while you avoid lengthy queues with pre-reserved tickets. Marvel at wonders including Ancient Roman and Greek statues, Raphael’s Rooms, the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Basilica and Square. Take photos and enjoy your time at the Vatican.

If you're tired of boring tours where kids lose interest and crowds dampen your precious vacation time, this private family Colosseum tour saves the day. Inside the Colosseum, your expert guide captivates children with fascinating stories of gladiators. You'll then descend into St. Clement's Basilica's underground chambers to discover hidden Roman houses, ancient temples, and medieval artwork, discovering one of Rome's many secret worlds.