Top Rome Attractions & Museums

There are plenty of high-quality Rome attractions and museums to choose from. Looking at ratings and reviews given by previous customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
• Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, & St. Peter's Basilica
• Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, & St. Peter's | Small Group
• Skip-the-Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, + Optional Basilica
• Colosseum Underground Semi-Private Tour with Roman Forum & Gladiator Arena

Rome attractions and museum prices vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you're looking for high-quality experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best experiences to book now: 

• Rome: Entrance Ticket to the Pantheon With Option
• Rome's Iconic Ancient Temple: Pantheon Fast Track Entry Tickets
• Skip-the-Line Ticket In Pantheon
• Rome: Pantheon Skip-the-Ticket-Line Entry
• Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works

Yes, guided tours of Rome's attractions and museums are worth it—expert guides handle all the logistics and will share insights that you'd never discover on your own, whether about gladiator battles, papal history, or Renaissance masterpieces. Many tours include perks like headsets for clear commentary and round-trip transportation, plus you'll skip queues that can often stretch for hours outside Rome's most famous attractions.

Per one customer who booked the Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Guided Tour, "Our guide Fabio was excellent. [He] made explaining the historical significance of both the Colosseum and the Roman Forum interesting and engaging. There was a lot of walking on the tour but I would definitely recommend it. This was one of our favorite things we did in Rome."

Before booking a Rome attractions and museums tour, read descriptions carefully to understand what's included. Even if a tour visits an attraction, it may not cover all areas; for example, some Vatican tours include St. Peter's Basilica, while not all Colosseum tours visit the arena and underground areas. Consider group size, as these can vary from intimate 6-person experiences to larger 30-person tours. For the latter, check whether an audio option is included to make sure you can comfortably hear your guide when on the tour. Finally, be sure to book well in advance, especially during peak season.

To fully enjoy visiting Rome’s attractions and museums, wear comfortable shoes as you'll be on your feet for hours exploring all those ancient ruins and museum galleries. Bring a water bottle and stay hydrated, especially during summer when temperatures can soar. Dress respectfully by covering your shoulders and knees if visiting religious sites, the Vatican, or churches. Keep your valuables secure, as pickpockets can operate in crowded tourist areas.

Even if you're short on time, you can find fun Rome activities to fit your schedule. Here are some of the best Rome attractions and museums to enjoy in an hour or less:

• Skip-the-Line Tickets—Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Entry Ticket to IKONO Roma: Immersive Experience

• Welcome To Rome Experience

• Ticket to Piazza Navona Undergrounds Stadium of Domitian

• Pantheon Roma Fast-Track Entry Tickets