Top Rome Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Rome's major sights are spread out across the city, and walking between them can eat up much of your vacation time. On this private half-day tour, a driver zips you between them in an electric golf cart, from the Colosseum to the Spanish Steps. Step out for photos as your guide shares the history behind each stop.

Reaching Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast from Rome by public transportation is stressful and time-consuming. Shave hours off your travel time and visit both the ancient ruins and the top two towns on the coastline in a single day with this private day trip. Enjoy hotel pickup and transport directly to Pompeii to explore at your own pace, then move on to Sorrento and Positano to sightsee, shop, and dine.

Beat the crowds by visiting the Vatican first thing in the morning with this private tour of one of Rome's most popular attractions. You'll get picked up from your hotel and head straight to the Vatican, with skip-the-line admission. See the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums, full of famous masterpieces of Renaissance and religious art.

Experience a particularly picturesque side of Rome—and bypass the worst of the city's daytime crowds—on this evening walking tour. With just your private guide for company, spot some of the city's most famous monuments, all illuminated after dark, including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and more. Along the way, discover sights and stories that you'd miss if exploring alone.

Explore one of the top 10 highlights of Rome's sights with an expert guide. Descend in the dark maze of the Catacombs and discover a remote world 16 meters underground. Zip outside the city center with private transport and be downtown again in just 90 minutes. Enjoy a thorough and worry-free guided experience of the Roman Catacombs with an affordable-private tour. Explore the accessible part of the endless labyrinth of underground burial chambers laid out on 4 levels.

Rome has a vibrant food scene, but the city's vast size means most tours can only introduce you to the cuisine in a single neighborhood. Cover more ground with this private golf cart tour to taste delicacies across the city without getting footsore. Sample sweet and savory specialties—including pastries, pasta, pizza, and gelato—plus Italian wine and espresso, and learn about Rome’s culinary culture and history from your guide.

Lively piazzas are the heart of Roman life and home to some of the city’s most magnificent architecture. On this private walking tour, admire the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers and Fountain of Neptune in Piazza Navona, climb the Spanish Steps in Piazza di Spagna, and stroll around Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Venezia.

Maximize time in Rome and see all its highlights in just half a day when you book this private tour aboard an open-air golf cart or an electric Fiat convertible. Get picked up at your hotel and zip through the Eternal City to see top landmarks including the Pantheon, Campo de'' Fiori, and the Trevi Fountain. Customize the private tour according to your individual interests and choose between main attractions or off-the-beaten-path places.

Designed for those who want to see pieces of Rome aside from the most-visited attractions, this private tour takes you away from the crowds but still introduces you to historical sites with fascinating stories. Enjoy driving a little bit outside the city for another perspective on Rome, and check out a favorite local neighborhood. Booking this tour allows you to avoid the hassle of finding your own way around town so you can relax on a pre-planned journey.

Discover the Eternal City as the Romans do on a 3-hour Vespa tour. You can ride solo, with a friend, or enjoy a personal driver as you traverse the city streets like a local.  The comprehensive tour takes you past all of Rome’s main attractions, including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Saint Peter’s square. Along the way, learn about the monuments from a convenient audioguide.

The line to enter Rome's popular Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can stretch for hours, taking a serious bite out of your sightseeing time in the city. Bypass the wait and head straight inside at the time you choose with this pre-booked skip-the-line admission ticket. Once inside, explore the galleries, Raphael Rooms, Pinecone Courtyard, and Sistine Chapel to marvel at some of the world's most famous masterpieces at your own pace, without the hassle of keeping up with a guide and a group.

Step into the world of ancient gladiators and emperors on this self-guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with access to the arena floor. Avoid the hassle of large groups and dive straight into the action with an immersive audio guide. Step onto the Colosseum’s arena floor and soak up history at every turn amongst the ruins of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

It’s easy to get lost in Trastevere’s maze of trattorias—but this small-group food tour does the hard work for you. Join a local to discover the flavors, stories, and traditions that define Roman cuisine. Sample classic dishes like suppli (a fried rice croquette), carbonara, and porchetta (roast pork), paired with regional wines, as you explore one of Rome’s most atmospheric neighborhoods at a relaxed evening pace.

There's no reason your trip to Rome has to miss out on the rest of Italy's fabulous sites. With this partly custom private tour, your driver picks you up directly from your Rome accommodations for a direct drive to the world-famous Pompeii archeological site. (A private guide can be arranged upon request.) From there, jet off to the Amalfi Coast, taking in the exquisite views from Sorrento or Positano—your choice.

Take a private tour of Rome's top attractions, including skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, for a more luxurious experience without the big tour crowds. A private driver takes you around the city's most popular districts so you can see landmarks such as the Pantheon, Colosseum, and Roman Forum, or whatever sites interest you. Upgrade your tour to include a private, officially licensed guide to join you at the Vatican or for the whole day.

See Rome through the eyes of a local on this private, customizable walking tour. Enjoy total flexibility to tailor your route to your interests or leave it to your guide to shape an enlightening introduction to the city. Get recommendations for must-visit spots and hear about Rome's culture, history, and daily life.

Go beyond Rome to Venice, without the hassle of planning how to get there and what to prioritize, with this private day trip. With round-trip high-speed train transportation and a private tour guide included, you can fully relax and focus on enjoying the experience. As you take in the city, pass by highlights including Saint Mark’s Square, the Grand Canal, the Bridge of Sighs, and more.

Discover Rome’s ancient and Renaissance histories, even if you're short on time, with this combination tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Vatican Complex. Leave the planning, logistics and organization to your guide, as you enjoy an itinerary that includes archaeological ruins, religious masterpieces, and free time for a leisurely lunch (not included).

Cover Rome’s most famous ancient ruins in just a few hours—and leave all the planning and logistics to someone else—on this hassle-free private tour. Head into the Colosseum to admire its soaring seats and discover the arena floor where gladiators once battled. Learn all about its history and design from your guide. Then, continue on to the temples and squares in the Roman Forum before finishing at the Palatine Hill.

Visit three of Rome's ancient highlights, all in a single tour—and enjoy the most personalized way to explore the city—on this private tour. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, as your guide provides deep insight into the history and cultural significance of these ruins. Perfect for first-timers and history lovers seeking an immersive experience in discovering Rome's ancient legacy.

Hunt for treasure at the Catacombs of Rome with this family-friendly private tour. Created with kids in mind, the itinerary uses a treasure hunt format to introduce your family to the wealth of archaeological finds at the catacombs site. Solve puzzles and scout out clues as you explore the tunnels, passageways, and even the Capuchin Crypts.

Long lines and confusing signage can start your Vatican Museums visit off on the wrong foot. Save hours and take the guesswork out of visiting one of the world’s greatest art collections with this skip-the-line ticket that includes a host service to help you navigate past the throngs and to the correct entrance door stress-free. Head directly inside the galleries to marvel at works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and other masters.

Rome is a massive city, and seeing all of its sights on foot can be challenging. Instead, cruise through the Eternal City as the locals do–on a classic Vespa scooter as a passenger. Stop to admire and pose against iconic landmarks, including the Colosseum and the Pantheon, and explore vibrant piazzas like Navona and Campo de Fiori. With each shot captured by your photographer guide, you create souvenirs to cherish.

Dive into the darker side of Rome on this ghosts and crimes of Rome night walk, where the city’s shadowy past comes alive under moonlight. Trace the footsteps of infamous figures like Julius Caesar and Emperor Nero while uncovering stories of witch trials, haunting executions, and chilling murders. Wander through Rome’s most haunted sites for a spine-tingling look at the history most visitors never get to see.