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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.

Getting to Civitavecchia Port from Rome usually involves a long ride on a regional train—plus a taxi ride from your hotel to the station. Skip the hassle of getting around by public transportation with this deluxe one-way transfer service. Ride in your own private, chauffeured vehicle door-to-door. Transfers can be booked all week long, with departures timed to your cruise schedule.

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.

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with this guided climb to the top of St. Peter's dome. After taking in the views across the city, proceed inside for a tour of the Basilica, the museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Learn more from what you'll find in a guidebook from your guide, as they take the lead in navigating the extensive collections of artworks and artefacts on display.

Sights in Rome are spread out, making a bus tour ideal—but long, cramped rides are a recipe for restlessness. Ideal for independent-minded travelers, this hop-on-hop-off bus tour lets you get down and explore whenever and wherever you wish. When booking, choose from a wide range of pass options, from half-day or single-route trips up to multi-day durations. Enjoy unimpeded views and listen to audio commentary in 12 languages.

Few places in the world wow you like the lost city of Pompeii. And while it's on just about every traveler’s bucket list, getting there has complications. With this tour, you can avoid the stress of planning your visit from Rome: You'll reach Pompeii via high-speed train and leave all the details to your guide. After a fully guided skip-the-line tour of the archaeological site, enjoy wine tasting and a farm-to-table lunch at a vineyard on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius before returning to Rome.

Explore the landmarks of ancient Rome, and cover more ground than is possible on foot, on a small-group Segway tour. Cruise by major Rome attractions including the Roman Forum, Aventine Hill, and Circus Maximus. Learn about the Eternal City’s 2,000-year-old ruins while you zoom along the streets, and stop by the Mouth of Truth, Rome’s legendary ‘lie detector.’

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 plays a part in Roman culture, and enjoy sampling food and wine at various vendors in the city.

Save time and energy when visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with this guided tour. Instead of getting overwhelmed knowing what to priortize, let your guide lead you to the collection's highlights. Learn about history, art, and architecture as you make your way through the galleries. Upgrade to a small-group or private tour for a more personalized experience, or choose to add access to St. Peter's Basilica.

Dig into history in a fun way on this small-group tour of the iconic Colosseum and Roman Forum with an entertaining guide who specializes in tours for families with children. During the explorations, your guide keeps kids (and parents) engaged with games, quizzes, and multimedia activities. Upgrade for a private tour customized for your kids' ages and interests.

Pompeii and Herculaneum are among the world’s most important Roman archaeological sites, but the ruins can be hard to interpret to the untrained eye. Experience the extraordinary archaeological wonders with a professional archaeologist on this hassle-free small-group tour. Learn about the history and architecture of these two cities buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Choose the departure option that best suits your travel plans and enjoy a seamless visit with admission tickets included.

Make the most of your time at Rome's Colosseum with exclusive access to the arena floor—something most visitors miss out on. Go beyond the guidebooks to hear the behind-the-scenes history of fighters, spectators, and more. Next up, climb ancient stone steps to get sweeping views of the amphitheater from above—just like they would have done in ancient times.

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.

Finding space at popular local restaurants in the evening can be difficult in Rome. This small-group food tour explores Trastevere and includes priority access to notable venues. Walk between tastings with your guide while sampling DOC prosecco, traditional Roman recipes, street food, classic pasta dishes, and more. Along the way, receive insider tips on where and how locals eat, making it easier to navigate Rome’s dining scene during the rest of your stay.

Hop on a vintage Vespa for an evening tour of the Eternal City. First stop: Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum. After a brief stop for gelato and coffee (included), the tour continues with stops at the Mouth of the Truth,  Circus Maximus , Palatine Hill, Saint Peter's Square, and the Gianicolo Hill. An experienced guide does the driving so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

Venture outside Rome’s historic center to take in ancient sights that many tourists miss, all on this electric-assist bike tour along the Ancient Appian Way. See ruins like the Aurelian Walls, Circus of Maxentius, and Roman aqueducts, all the while cycling with ease through the countryside. Choose between two different-length tours to suit your schedule. The longer tour includes a guided visit to the 2nd-century catacombs.

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.

Save precious vacation time when you book this tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome with either an audio guide or a tour guide, so you don't miss out on valuable information. Even better, it includes access to the reconstructed Arena Floor, usually off-limits to the public. After visiting the ancient gladiatorial arena, proceed to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, to recount the story of Rome’s founding.

Save time and hassle on your Rome vacation with prebooked access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided group tour. Learn more about Italian culture, art, and history as you explore the museum’s wings and galleries—including the Pine Cone Courtyard and Raphael Rooms. Choose to upgrade your tour to include entry to St. Peter's Basilica and/or a smaller group size.

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.

Cover the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in just hours with this tour of the sights in ancient Rome. With a guide, head into the Colosseum to walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians as tales of the brutal games ring in your ears. Stroll amid the ruins of the Roman Forum, then discover layers of Roman history on Palatine Hill.

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.

The Vatican attracts millions of visitors every year—and have the daily crowds and lines to match. On this tour, experience the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and Raphael Rooms without feeling rushed: Skip the entrance lines with guaranteed priority access, and explore in the comfort of a small group. In addition, your guide provides earphones to ensure you can hear everything clearly.