Day Trips from Rome to Vatican City

There’s so much to see in Rome that creating a full itinerary can challenge even the savviest travelers. This private tour does the planning for you, covering the best of the city in one day of sightseeing with a private driver. Visit heavy hitters including the Vatican, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and other top sights—or ask for a custom itinerary focusing on less-visited sights and hidden gems.

See five of Rome's best sites in one convenient group tour. With your guide leading the way, visit the world-famous Colosseum, Palatine Hill, the Roman Forum, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums at Viale Vaticano — even if you're short on time. Audio headsets are available so you don't miss a word, check off a serious bucket-list day in the Eternal City.

Begin your evening with a pickup from your hotel or a central meeting point. Meet your professional driver and board a luxury van for panoramic tour. Follow a curated itinerary through Rome’s most iconic landmarks by night: the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain and the grand colonnade of St. Peter’s Square. Enjoy commentary through a radio system, allowing you to follow stories, legends and historical insights without missing a single word. Your journey culminates in the most Italian way possible, at the table. You’ll be welcomed at Ristorante NOA, an elegant Roman gem where gastronomy becomes art. Enjoy a multi-course dinner paired with carefully selected regional wines, each glass chosen to enhance the flavors and stories of the dishes. Your Sommelier and Guide will lead you through this sensory journey celebrating the soul of Rome through taste and Tradition.

This all-in-one Rome tour is ideal for those with limited time, covering both ancient and Christian Rome in a day. With your guide at the helm, begin at the Colosseum and immerse yourself in its rich history, as well as that of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. After lunch (own expense), head for Vatican City and admire the Vatican Museums' masterpieces, including Raphael’s Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.

Enjoy the best Rome has to offer with this private full-day tour! Visit all the must-see sights with a passionate, licensed tour guide at your own pace, including the Vatican Museums, the amazing Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica (only with the 8 hour option) and Square, the iconic Colosseum, the famous Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and much more...

With its wealth of art and architecture, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can be overwhelming for younger visitors. With this family-friendly tour, your engaging guide will bring the masterpieces of the museum and church to life. Take in the most important works in the galleries and Sistine Chapel and learn fascinating facts about their history and the artists who created them.

We have been offering detailed tours for years, always performed with the utmost respect for travelers and also for the city.

Exploring Rome’s top landmarks in one day can be difficult to organize on your own. This full-day tour combines the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with the Vatican Museums. Discover the Sistine Chapel with insightful commentary, and cover both ancient history and Renaissance art in one streamlined itinerary with skip-the-line access to save time.

Rome’s most famous attractions are spread out throughout the city, making it difficult to cover everything—especially with only a day to spare. Ideal for anyone looking for an in-depth overview of the Eternal City, this private tour whisks you to sights like the Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Square, and the Spanish Steps by car, allowing you to cover more landmarks than you would on a standard walking tour.

Experience Rome’s must-see attractions in one day with skip-the-line access. Begin with a comprehensive Vatican tour, including the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica (when it's open). In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the iconic Colosseum, Roman Forum, and other sites to learn about life during ancient Rome and gladiator battles.

Optimize your arrival day in Rome with this afternoon Vatican Museums tour plus evening guided stroll through the old town. Once you’ve arrived and settled in, meet your guide after lunch at the Vatican Museums to cover the collection plus the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in just a few hours. Afterwards, meet your second guide to take in the highlights of the historic center by night.

Rome is a large city, with sights spread across its historic center. Save time and cover more ground in a single day with this private driving tour. Set off directly from your hotel and learn about the city’s history and landmarks as you drive through the center, stopping to admire highlights like the Colosseum, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, and Trevi Fountain. End with priority admission to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, where you can visit at your own pace.

Squeeze in a half-day sightseeing tour of Rome's highlights between your arrival flight at Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and your cruise from Civitavecchia Port with this pre-cruise sightseeing tour by private vehicle. You’ll be picked up at the airport and taken into the Eternal City to spot landmarks like the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Then head to the port to catch your ship.

Maximize your Roman adventure with this thoughtfully designed full-day Rome tour. This immersive experience takes you to the Eternal City’s most iconic landmarks, including highlights like the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain. With an English-speaking guide and all major admission fees included, this tour ensures you savor Rome’s rich history, art, and culture in just one unforgettable day.

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.

Check off Rome’s top attractions, the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums, in a single day with this combination tour. Begin at the ancient amphitheater and end with a stroll through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. In the afternoon, meet with your guide for entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel to admire works by the top Renaissance artists. It's a seamless way to cover two of the city's highlights without juggling multiple reservations.

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stars • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if and when open) Lunch included in a typical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (if option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with : • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

When you have to travel between Rome Fiumicino Airport and Civitavecchia Port, opt for a private transfer service to skip the hassle of public transport. Convenience aside, this service also offers a tour of Rome on the way, so you can use your journey time to discover some of the Italian capital’s must-see attractions. Sights of the Rome Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter’s Basilica are included in the itinerary.

Discover Rome’s highlights without the fatigue of long walks on this guided golf cart tour through the historic center. Ride past major landmarks, including the Colosseum and other ancient sights, while your guide shares stories that bring the city’s past to life. Choose the extended 5-hour option to include a guided tour of the Colosseum, or simply enjoy a relaxed sightseeing experience that lets you see more of the Italian capital in less time.

Don’t hop on that expensive, crowded bus when you land in Rome. This private shore excursion from Civitavecchia eliminates those stresses—and guarantees timely return—with your English-speaking driver taking you to the Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, and major sights in an air-conditioned Mercedes, like Italian royalty. It’s fully customizable with timing and stops, so you’re guaranteed a fabulous day in the Eternal City.

Explore Rome, and check off its most important landmarks, at your own pace on a private driving tour. Let your personal chauffeur take the wheel of a private vehicle so you can take in views of the Eternal City as you effortlessly make your way to such historic landmarks as the Trevi Fountain and St. Peter's Basilica.

Spend Sunday in Rome just like a Roman with this private tour that combines two classic local experiences: a Papal blessing and a soccer match. See the Pope give a blessing in the Vatican City's St. Peter's Square then head to the Stadio Olimpico to watch the day's fixture. Throughout the experience, your guide provides insights into local history and culture.

Change up a typical Roman city tour with a stop at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on this full-day private tour. First, visit St. Peter’s Basilica and its square, then the Mormon Temple in Rome inaugurated in 2019. Continue to top landmarks including the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon while learning about their rich history.

Stacked with world-famous landmarks and a history that stretches across millennia, Rome can feel overwhelming for first-time visitors. Head straight to the highlights on a private tour that you can tailor to your interests. An expert guide brings the Eternal City's history to life and ensures you experience the very best of Rome—without having to plan a thing yourself.