Top Rome Seasonal & Special Occasions

Take a break from simply eating Italian food and learn how to recreate two classics yourself. Join a local chef at a neighborhood restaurant near Vatican City for hands-on instruction in making fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch. The small-group format provides more personal guidance, while wine, Prosecco, and soft drinks complement an experience that combines practical cooking skills with a relaxed meal.

The Colosseum in Rome is the city’s headline ancient attraction, but the daytime heat and crowds can take the fun from a visit. This express evening tour of the Colosseum offers after-hours access to the underground tunnels, arena floor, and first level of the amphitheater, all while hearing the gladiator stories and Roman history from a guide.

Step away from the crowds in Rome's historic center, and explore the lesser-known neighborhood of Prati, on this group walking and tasting tour. Discover locals-only gourmet shops and eateries you're unlikely to uncover on your own, and sample a wide variety of specialties. Feast on artisan charcuterie and cheeses, pizza by the slice, pasta dishes, and Italian wine as you learn about the city's culinary culture.

Take advantage of your time in Rome and go a step beyond simply eating pizza and gelato by taking a cooking class. Whether you’re confident in the kitchen or consider yourself a beginner, improve your skills with insights from a professional chef. Get access to premium toppings during this hands-on workshop.

Immerse yourself in Roman history and learn information you’d unlikely encounter on your own on this small-group tour of Rome’s underground. Explore the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella and learn about its history. Then, visit the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla (depending on the day), home to stunning frescoes and thousands of centuries-old bones. Learn about early Christianity from your guide while meandering the endless darkened tunnels.

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.

Enjoy an evening of opera and traditional Neapolitan folk music with this performance that pairs The Three Tenors with the Mandolin Orchestra of the Neapolitan Mandolin Academy. Listen to famous arias plus rollicking Neapolitan classics like “O’ Sole Mio” and “Funiculì Funiculà” accompanied by mandolin, cello, and grand piano that takes place in the historic Church of St. Paul's Within the Walls.

There’s only one way to explore Rome, and that’s in style. On this vintage tour, ride through the city in a Fiat 500 or 600 cabriolet, whizzing along ancient streets for an unforgettable adventure. Catch views of epic landmarks like the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and so much more. Adult travelers will also enjoy a complimentary drink to end the adventurous day with a touch more luxury.

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.

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

Learn to make pizza, and either tiramisu or gelato, by hand with a professional chef in Rome. Use top-quality, local ingredients to create delicious, traditional pizza, then pop your culinary creations into a woodfired oven to crisp to a golden brown. After cooking, enjoy your pizza alongside tiramisu or gelato, paired with a selection of wines to complement your meal.

Vatican Museum crowds peak at midday, making it a chore to visit this vast collection. On this morning tour, beat the crowds with early access to the galleries, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Kick off with a buffet breakfast in the Vatican Courtyard, then head into the Vatican Museums before the crowds arrive. Take in renowned sights including the Sistine Chapel in a peaceful environment before ending in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Get to know Rome's popular Trastevere neighborhood through its food and wine—and discover bites and restaurants you'd otherwise miss—on this half-day walking tour. With just a small group for company, visit local-favorite venues for multiple tastings, including cheese, ham, pizza, pasta, and aged balsamic vinegar. Explore Trastevere’s cobblestone streets between sampling local wines and beers. Save room for the tour’s final bite: traditional gelato.

Sorry, selfies, there’s no room for you here. With this professional photoshoot in Rome, go home with fabulous photos, no matter the occasion—whether you’re getting engaged or you’re simply celebrating your trip. Several packages are available to meet your needs and budget, ensuring you get the memories you’re looking for.

Foodies will love the chance to learn to make some favorite Italian dishes, including pasta from scratch, ravioli, and tiramisu. Immerse yourself in Italian culture through its food, and learn more than you would just by eating these dishes at a restaurant. The group class takes place at a local restaurant, so you can get a behind-the-scenes look at how Italian restaurants run. Every participant gets their own workstation and will sit down at the communal table to eat their delicious creations afterward.

Rome’s dining scene is vast, making it hard to find truly memorable spots without local insight. This small-group tour helps you skip tourist traps and discover standout eateries in Trastevere. Sample 10 Roman specialties including a full pasta meal, pizza, gelato, plus Italian wines, local beer, or non-alcoholic drinks, all while exploring one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods with an in-the-know guide.

Discover Tuscany on a full-day trip from Rome that combines history, gastronomy, and spectacular scenery. Alternating guided experiences with free time in both Civita di Bagnoregio and Pienza means you’ll have the best of expert curation and independent exploration—with a driver to handle the winding roads. During a three-course lunch of Tuscan cuisine, you'll sample local wines alongside regional dishes few tourist menus feature.

After a great stay in Rome, arrange for a stress-free ride to Rome Fiumicino Airport with a private, customizable transfer service. Meet your driver at your Rome city hotel and relax on the journey to the airport without worrying about rental car drop-off or hauling luggage onto public transport. Receive personalized attention in a private vehicle for up to eight passengers.

Set your own sightseeing schedule with the help of a guide on this Vatican Museums tour, which comes with optional upgrades. With a vast collection on display, knowing where to start when visiting the Vatican for the first time is daunting. Let your guide lead you to the highlights, along with visting the Sistine Chapel. Choose to continue your tour by adding on St. Peter's Basilica or the Colosseum.

Rome's Villa Borghese houses a dazzling collection of sculpture and painting, attracting thousands of visitors. Avoid the long queues and spend more time amongst the masterpieces in this small group guided tour. Start with Bernini's Apollo and Daphne, one of its best-loved sculptures, and navigate the gallery's 20 rooms, learning about works from the likes of Caravaggio and Raphael.

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.

Eat your way through Rome—and discover sights and bites you wouldn't otherwise encounter—on this small-group sightseeing and culinary tour. Follow your guide to the city's history-saturated Jewish Ghetto, Campo Marzio, and Campo de' Fiori, spotting major landmarks as you go. Along the way, taste a range of Roman specialties, such as Jewish-style fried artichokes, Roman pizza, cured meats, gelato, and espresso.

Learn to make pasta by hand with a professional chef-instructor for a truly memorable experience in Rome. Your small-group cooking class takes place in a private location in a traditional Roman neighborhood and covers the basics of creating incredible Italian pasta. Nibble on light appetizers and sip on prosecco as you begin to prepare the pasta meal. Or, opt for the pizza-making class to prepare your own pie.