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When in Rome, take a trip to the Vatican City—the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and home to some of the world's most beautiful artworks. Instead of being tied to a crowded, shared group, embark on a private tour of the city-state to learn all about the artifacts you see. Walk through the ornate Vatican Museums, see inside the Raphael Rooms, and be stunned by the Sistine Chapel.

Ensure your arrival into Rome is straightforward and stress-free by arranging a private transfer ahead of your trip. When you hop off your train at either Rome Termini or Rome Tiburtina railway station, simply join up with your private driver, settle into your comfortable, private vehicle, and enjoy an effortless journey direct to your central Rome hotel

St. Peter’s Basilica is one of Rome’s most visited sites. This tour offers priority entry to avoid crowds, a visit to the papal crypt, and a climb to the dome’s summit for panoramic city views. Admire Michelangelo’s “La Pietà” and other highlights while your guide shares the basilica’s rich history. Headsets are provided for clear commentary throughout the experience.

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. Learn the stories behind the art through your guide’s commentary and enhance your understanding of the art.

The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms, St. Peter's Basilica, and St. Peter's Square cover a significant amount of ground—and without skip-the-line access and a guide to navigate between them, a visit can easily become more about managing queues and logistics than taking in what's on display. This private tour includes skip-the-line access to all five areas, with a guide leading the way and providing context throughout.

Skip the hassle of navigating Rome’s busy streets and piecing together transport with a flexible sightseeing pass that brings top landmarks like Vatican City, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon into one easy route. With the freedom to explore at your own pace and onboard insights to add context, this experience removes planning stress while helping you make the most of your time.

See Rome's key sights along with its lesser-known hidden gems on this e-bike tour of the city. With your local guide and small group, pedal past ancient landmarks, admire shopping streets, explore bustling squares, and visit historic churches. Perfect for those who enjoy combining physical activity with sightseeing when on vacation.

Many of Rome's most visited sites present real accessibility challenges, and planning a route that works for visitors with limited mobility takes research that isn't always straightforward. This private tour is designed around accessible routes, with entry to the Colosseum via dedicated ramps, followed by the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. A private guide leads the way throughout, keeping the pace comfortable for all members of the group.

Set on the bank of the Tiber River, Castel Sant’Angelo is one of Rome’s most impressive sights. With this entry ticket, enjoy more time to explore the interiors with the insights of an audio tour via your smartphone. Learn about the history and architecture of Emperor Hadrian’s Mausoleum and the legend behind its name as you visit at your own pace.

Explore the sacred city-state of Vatican City on this private tour with skip-the-line admission. Avoid the long lines to enter the holy walls and jump right into the history and artifacts with your guide. Visit the Vatican museums including the Gallery of Ancient Roman Sculptures and the Room of Muses, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Explore the Vatican without spending hours waiting in line thanks to skip-the-line access. This Vatican guided tour helps you navigate the vast collections with ease, offering insights you might miss alone. Visit highlights such as the Gallery of Maps and Pinecone Courtyard, then continue to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica—making this one of the most complete Vatican museum tours available.

Explore Rome during the twinkling evening hours, and without breaking a sweat, on this small-group Segway tour. Hop on your electric 2-wheeler and cruise past attractions such as the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Stop for plenty of photo ops, and learn the stories behind the sights from a guide.

Only one Roman monument has stood the test of time almost unchanged: the Pantheon. Explore this remarkably well-preserved ancient relic — built in AD 125 — with an archaeologist, going far, far beyond guidebook-level knowledge. You’ll hear the stories of Roman architects and engineers, saints and emperors, politicians and soldiers, and leave having experienced a time-traveling adventure.

If you have only a limited time to explore Rome's ancient sites, make this most of it with this guided tour of the Pantheon. Discover the history and secrets of one of ancient Rome's best-preserved monuments and (optionally) extend your tour to farther explore the surrounding squares and churches.

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica every day to see Renaissance masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, as well as the Sistine Chapel. Secure skip-the-line access to this popular UNESCO World Heritage–listed complex and learn more by touring with a guide. Personal audio headsets also ensure you can hear your guide clearly as you tour.

Discover some of Rome’s most panoramic views on tour without worrying about breaking a sweat on a guided tour by electric-assist bicycle. With your safety-conscious guide, pedal up several of the hills of Rome, including Aventine, Capitoline, and Janiculum hills. See the Circus Maximus, ride through Trastevere, and enjoy the beautiful vista from the Janiculum, before heading to St. Peter's Square, and a number of other extraordinary sights.

Explore Rome’s iconic landmarks in style on this small-group Vespa sidecar tour, complete with live narration via headphones for an immersive experience. Visit highlights such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon, while enjoying a traditional Roman breakfast of a cappuccino and cornetto. With a professional driver and guide, this unique tour offers a fun and hassle-free way to discover the Eternal City.

Trade the crowds of the Eternal City for the countryside of Umbria without the hassle of renting a car on this day trip from Rome to Assisi and Orvieto. With a guide, ravel by coach first to Orvieto, a hilltop town known for its Gothic masterpiece, Orvieto Cathedral. Have lunch near Lake Trasimeno, and then visit the town of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the home of St Francis of Assisi.

Experience Rome your way with this exclusive private and fully customizable tour, featuring a licensed guide and chauffeur in a Mercedes van or golf cart. Visit iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Trevi Fountain, with your guide providing in-depth insights at each stop. Perfect for travelers seeking flexibility, this tour can be tailored to your interests and includes hotel, train station, airport, or port pickup.

Take a Rome hop-on hop-off tour by open-top bus, and spend time city sightseeing as you travel past attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican City. Relax aboard the double-decker Rome tour bus, listen to the audio commentary, and hop on and off at any of the stops. Select a sightseeing ticket that’s valid for the same day, 24, 48, or 72 hours, or two panoramic night tours.

Uncover Rome’s dark past on a nighttime walking tour filled with ghostly legends and unsolved mysteries. Wander through winding alleys and piazzas under the cover of darkness, where illuminated landmarks take on an eerie glow. Enjoy sinister storytelling from your guide and visit sites like Campo de’ Fiori, Castel Sant’Angelo, and the house of Rome’s most notorious murderer.

This small-group walking tour includes hidden gems like the Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola, known for its painted ceilings. Start at Trajan's Market—home of the Museum of the Imperial Forum—and continue to the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and other top sights. Your guide ensures time for photos and coin throwing at the Trevi Fountain.

The Colosseum is one of Rome's most-visited attractions but many travelers miss the chance to learn about the ancient site when visiting alone. This guided tour ensures that you get the most out of your visit by taking you inside the Colosseum in the company of a guide who brings its history to life. Afterward, continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for further immersion in Ancient Rome.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.