Top Rome Tours by Duration in 2026 - page 2

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.

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.

Discover the Vatican complex without the daytime crowds on this small-group or private early-morning tour. Enter with your guide first thing, as they take you around the museum's vast collections and to its highlights. Explore the papal art collection, including the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Pinecone Courtyard. Visit Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel before ending at St. Peter’s Basilica.

Most tours of Ancient Roman ruins offer one sightseeing option or, at most, two. This tour option offers different packages to explore the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Choose the package that best suits your travel plans, whether it's the small-group option, access to the arena floor or underground dungeons, or an express-length exterior stroll around the Colosseum to capture photos.

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.

With so many spread-out sights, Rome can become a tiring place when you’re sightseeing. This golf cart tour cuts out both the fatigue and the heavier traffic, efficiently shuttling you around the key sights of Rome like the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon, with a sweet treat at the end—a gelato.

Check off two of southern Italy’s UNESCO-listed destinations in just one day on a private tour from Rome. Explore Pompeii and walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch (own expense) with a view in Positano. Enjoy free time to explore and browse unique handmade shops, and also visit Amalfi or another waterside village.

Rome is a sprawling place and visiting its sights on foot can be challenging. Explore the Eternal City comfortably and during the most picturesque time of day with this small-group, after-hours golf cart tour. Take in must-see monuments like the Piazza di Spagna, the Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum, dramatically illuminated and refreshingly free from crowds. Stop to enjoy a closer look and snap photos along the way.

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 shapes Roman culture and sample food and wine from vendors across the city.

Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are two headliners in southern Italy, but visiting both in one day by public transportation is virtually impossible. On this day trip, save hours with round-trip transport directly from Rome, leaving you time for a guided tour of Pompeii's ancient ruins and a stroll through Positano to sightsee and shop before the return drive to Rome.

Explore the Vatican like never before with skip-the-line priority access and a guide leading your small group. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking galleries of the Vatican Museums, marvel at the Sistine Chapel's iconic frescoes by Michelangelo, and, if open, visit the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Basilica. Ensure you don't miss any of the highlights by booking a tour.

The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica are must-visit attractions in Rome, but navigating the vast collections alone can be daunting. With this guided tour, save hours of time with skip-the-line admission tickets. A guide ensures you see the gallery highlights in just a few hours. View major works by Raphael, Michelangelo, and other masters, marvel at the Sistine Chapel, and also get access to the enormous St. Peter’s Basilica.

Visit the historic vacation homes of Rome's elite on a Rome-to-Tivoli day trip—no need to navigate buses or trains. Tours Tivoli’s two UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins, and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens.

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel without spending hours in line on this comprehensive tour, which includes skip-the-line entry and visits to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Navigate the vast halls, artwork, and history with a guide who offers special insights into collections you would likely miss on your own.

Not all visitors to the Colosseum get to see all of its areas. This guided tour provides access to parts of this ancient arena that are usually off-limits. Choose to explore either the arena floor or the underground during this guided experience, or discover the Colosseum at your own pace. After your visit, continue onto the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and gain deeper insight into Ancient Roman life.

The Colosseum is one of Rome’s notable landmarks, but its history is hard to understand without a guide. On this small-group tour, learn about the emperors and gladiators who once walked its floors. Then, visit the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to gain further insight into the city's ancient history. This tour comes with different upgrades, so you can customize your experience to suit your budget and interests.

Cycling along the ancient Appian Way is a must for fans of history and nature, but reaching this off-the-beaten-track location —and figuring out where to rent a bike—can feel daunting. This half-day e-bike tour supplies all the equipment you need. Plus, a tasty lunch or late-afternoon aperitivo is included, depending on which option you pick. The longer tour also includes a guided visit to the Catacombs of San Callisto.

Centrally located near Barberini Station, the Capuchin Crypts are one of Rome’s most popular religious sights, while the Roman Catacombs are just outside the city. With this tour, visit both ancient burial sites and the Mouth of Truth in just a few hours without stressing about transportation. Travel with a fun tour guide who gives historical context to some of Rome’s most unusual attractions.

The Vatican Museums are one of Rome’s highlights, but with millions of travelers vying to get inside, wait times are long. Skip the lines and go straight to the remarkable art and architecture, including the Sistine Chapel, on this small-group guided tour. End by entering St. Peter's Basilica via a reserved access corridor and marvel at the church's highlights.

The Vatican Museums draw long lines—and long wait times—but this guided tour helps you bypass the crowds with handy skip-the-line access. Check out the vast array of galleries and spend time in the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica—all while a guide provides commentary and shows you highlights that you might miss on your own.

Taste your way through Rome like locals do on this small-group food tour of the Trastevere neighborhood. Your guide will take you to four carefully selected eateries in the historic neighborhood where you can sample authentic Roman dishes, from street food and cured meats to baccalà and gelato. You'll also sit down for a meal at a restaurant and drink wine and beer.

Rome’s ancient sites can take hours to navigate on your own, but this small-group tour helps you see three highlights efficiently. Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a guide leading the way. As you explore, hear stories of gladiators, emperors, and daily life while exploring the ruins where ancient Rome once thrived.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.

Head inside the Vatican Museums before the celebrated collection opens to the public during this private, early-access three-hour tour. Get a first-hand peek at iconic artworks from Raphael and Michelangelo, including the frescoed ceilings of the Sistine Chapel. Admission tickets and optional audio headsets for larger groups are included. Spanish and Portuguese guides are available upon request. Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible.