VIP Best of Rome in 1 Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in English
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Lake Bracciano, Italy
- 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Even if you don't have a ton of time in Rome, you can see the highlights in just a day during this small-group shore excursion. After portside pickup, hop into a tour vehicle and you'll be whisked off to see the city's top attractions. You'll enjoy an intimate atmosphere and plenty of attention from your guide as you travel.
- Small group of just eight people or fewer
- Learn about Rome through guided commentary
- Port pickup and drop-off included
- Small group ensures an intimate atmosphere
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Exclusive tour with no more than 8 passengers per vehichle
- Licensed tour guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
- Civitavecchia PortPiazza Vittorio Emanuele, 19, 00053 Civitavecchia RM, Italy
Pickup details
Pick up is dockside. Do not take a shuttle. Your driver will be waiting for you on the pier, holding a sign with your name on it. Please be ready 10 minutes before departure time. Pickup time is usually between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM, please contact the supplier for to confirm the exact time.
Operating hours.8:00 am
Itinerary
Civitavecchia Port (Pass By)
1
Colosseum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Arch of Constantine (Pass By)
2
Circo Massimo
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Palatine Hill
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Colle Capitolino
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II (Pass By)
5
Pantheon
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
Trevi Fountain
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
St. Peter's Basilica
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
8
Monumento a Garibaldi
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- As you're driving around, our drivers will share facts and history of the places and monuments to be visited. Note that drivers in Italy are not permitted to share information once you have exited the vehicle, nor can they accompany you on foot.
- This is a shared service with minimum participation required for the tour to run. There is the possibility of cancellation after confirmation if we don't have minimum numbers. In this case, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- This is a shared tour and you will be expected to maintain the pace of the group. If you have limited mobility, we suggest booking a private tour.
- The order of the sights may change due to traffic, road conditions, etc.
- Being a shared tour, it's important to respect the time allotted at each stop by your driver. We kindly ask that you return to the vehicle at the appointed time so that we can stay on schedule.
- Children 0-5 years old must seat properly inside the vehicle. Please specify this detail if you have a child in the group so we can provide for a car seat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 45 reviews
Christina_H, May 2026
Experience could have been better. Our driver/guide did not offer any history information and/or didn’t communicate about a location/site until we were practically past it. Didn’t realize we missed a few things around the coliseum until we had left because he wasn’t forthcoming with information. Where he took us for lunch was amazing. Then we were only supposed to be at St. Paul’s cathedral for an hour, he said 2 hours. We didn’t want to wait 2 hours as we just wanted a pic outside, had no interest in going in, but the other group with us did. So, we took and paid for a taxi to take us back to port. Next time we do a tour like this, we will do it with just our group. We spent more time today waiting for the other people in our van than we were at some sites. For what we paid, should have been more accommodating for both groups. This was supposed to be a highlights tour, not a detailed tour of sites.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We would like to clarify that the service you booked was a Shared Small Group Tour, which follows a fixed itinerary and schedule designed to accommodate all guests in the group. For this reason, the route, stops, and timing cannot be customized according to one individual traveler’s preferences.
As described in the service details, our English-speaking driver provides live commentary onboard during transit between stops. While the driver is not a licensed walking guide and therefore cannot accompany guests on foot at each site, they do provide clear instructions and orientation before guests explore independently.
Regarding the stop at St. Peter’s Basilica, the timing at each location may vary slightly depending on traffic, group pace, and operational conditions on the day. Since this was a shared experience, the schedule also needed to accommodate the interests of all participants in the vehicle.
We understand that shared tours may not be ideal for travelers seeking a more personalized pace or the flexibility to skip certain stops. In that case, a private tour would indeed be the more suitable option, as it allows full customization of the itinerary and timing based solely on your group’s preferences.
We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed the lunch stop. Your comments are valuable and help us continue improving our service.
Douglas_B, Apr 2026
Our guide was wonderful, she was an excellent driver and got us to all the Hot spots as well as some unique off the track places. It was marvelous.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback and for choosing DriverinRome Tours and Transportation!
We are truly delighted to hear that you had a marvelous experience and that your guide made the day special for you. It’s wonderful to know she was able to combine both the must-see highlights and some unique off-the-beaten-path locations, while also ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will certainly be shared with her and the rest of our team. Feedback like yours is a great motivation for us to continue delivering memorable experiences for all our guests.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future for another unforgettable tour in Italy!
Warm regards,
DriverinRome Tours and Transportation Team
Randall_L, Apr 2026
Our tour guide Loretta is great. She is very informative, a great driver and look out for the safety of her guests. Loretta went beyond her way to show us a couple more tourist area.
Overall everyone in the group were very impressed with Loretta and appreciate her.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind feedback!
We’re truly glad to hear that you had such a positive experience with Loretta. She is indeed a valuable member of our team, and it’s wonderful to know her professionalism, driving skills, and attentiveness to guest safety made your tour enjoyable and comfortable.
We also appreciate your mention of the extra stops she included—she always strives to make each experience as memorable as possible.
Your feedback means a lot to us and will certainly be shared with Loretta and our team.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another tour with DriverinRome Tours and Transportation!
Patti_K, Mar 2026
It was a small group tour with eight people plus driver Fabio was wonderful and informative. We got to see a lot of the city of Roma.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your small group tour of Roma and that Fabio made your experience informative and memorable. It was our pleasure to show you around the city, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Italy soon!
Mike_L, Mar 2026
This is an amazing way to see the highlights of Rome when you have very unlimited time in this magical city! Our guide, Valentino, was so knowledgeable about the history of Rome that it was like having a true education along the way. We learned so much and he was so flexible. There was a major marathon happening in the city, the day of our tour, but he pivoted and still try to get us to the major attractions. Valentino made this tour extra special!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed exploring Rome with Valentino and that his knowledge and flexibility made your tour extra special.
Rome can indeed be full of surprises, and we’re glad Valentino was able to navigate the marathon and still ensure you experienced the city’s highlights. Your kind words will definitely be shared with him!
We hope to welcome you back on another adventure in Rome soon.
Linda_R, Oct 2025
Amazing tour of the Highlights of Rome. We were able to see beautiful Fountains, churches, St Peters Square, a unique Italian lunch, with an exceptional tour guide. Loretta was an amazing driver and paid attention to the needs of our eight tour members. Her ability to drive through and navigate through the tiny streets of Rome was awesome! Highly knowledgeable - would recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Highlights of Rome Tour and had such a memorable experience exploring the city’s beautiful fountains, churches, and St. Peter’s Square.
We’re especially delighted to know that Loretta made your day extra special with her exceptional driving skills, knowledge, and attentive care for your group. She truly embodies the passion and dedication we strive for at DriverinRome.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable adventure in Italy! 🇮🇹
Warm regards,
The DriverinRome Team
Corinthian_V, Aug 2025
This is an amazing way to see Rome, especially if you have a limited amount of time. Our driver made sure know when we needed to return to the port, and kept us on-time throughout the trip. He got us as close as possible to the various locations, and kept us aware of how much time we could spend at each location. He was extremely knowledgeable about Rome, its history, and seemed to truly enjoy showing people his amazing country!
This is a semi-guided tour. He gets you as close to each location, provides a lot of historical information, and his advice on what to look for to make the most of that particular location. He stays with the van, as most places do not allow vehicles to stay at the locations best to drop off/pick up, so you are able to explore each location and he picks you back up and heads to the next.
To quote our driver “You need a lifetime to see all that is in Rome!”, and he is certainly right. But if you only have a day, this is the best way to get around and see as much as possible!
Thank you Claudio!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review of your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that your day in Rome was both seamless and memorable.
Claudio will be especially pleased to know that his knowledge, timing, and thoughtful guidance made your visit enjoyable and stress-free. We couldn’t agree more with his words — “You need a lifetime to see all that is in Rome!” — and we’re glad he helped you experience as much as possible in the time you had.
We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and for choosing DRIVERINROME for your adventure. It was our pleasure to be part of your journey, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future.
Warm regards,
The DRIVERINROME Team
JUSTIN_H, Aug 2025
This was an incredible tour and our guide was absolutely fantastic. This trip was completely tailored to see all the things that were important to us but with extra highlights recommended by our guide.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an incredible tour and that your guide made the experience both personalized and memorable. It’s wonderful to know that the itinerary not only covered what was most important to you but also included extra highlights recommended by our guide.
Your feedback means a lot to us and inspires our team to continue creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another journey with DriverinRome!
Warm regards,
The DriverinRome Team
Josh_C, Aug 2025
The van was spacious, air-conditioned, and comfortable. The tour hit all of the highlights and was the perfect amount of time. Ricardo was amazing, his knowledge was wonderful, and only surpassed by his kindness. I highly suggest requesting him.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us and that the van provided the comfort you needed throughout the day.
We’re especially thrilled to know that Ricardo made such a positive impression with his knowledge and kindness — he will be so happy to hear your kind words. We truly believe our drivers make the experience special, and we’re glad you felt the same.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure with DRIVERINROME in the future!
Warm regards,
The DRIVERINROME Team
Deanna_D, Jul 2025
Matt was an excellent driver and guide for our day in Rome. He got us extremely close to many of the top attractions. Although there wasn’t time to really go inside any, if you only have one day and would like a highlight or overview of the city, this is an excellent option.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a great day in Rome with Matt. He truly knows how to make the most out of a short visit and ensure our guests experience the highlights of the Eternal City in comfort and style. We'll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback to him!
If your travels bring you back to Italy, we’d love the opportunity to welcome you again—perhaps with a bit more time to dive deeper into the treasures of Rome.
Grazie mille and safe travels!
Elizabeth_D, Jun 2025
Matteo was great. Timely and ensured we saw the major sites. If you only have one day to see Rome this is a great way to do it. Free time to explore a bit with information provided during the drives.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us!
We’re thrilled to hear that Matteo made your day in Rome enjoyable and memorable. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the balance of guided information and free time to explore—it’s exactly what we aim to provide for our guests with limited time in the Eternal City.
We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Italy!
Julie_P, Jun 2025
We had Vlad on this experience and I would highly recommend him and his company! He was on time, communicated throughly and effectively and was very accommodating the entire day. Made us lunch reservations and recommended a great local restaurant that was delicious!! We had an amazing day! Would absolutely go on another tour with Vlad! My kids loved him too!!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us!
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing day with Vlad. He truly is one of our best—thoughtful, knowledgeable, and always going the extra mile to make sure every guest feels comfortable and well taken care of. We’re so glad you enjoyed the local restaurant he recommended and that your kids loved him too!
We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable adventure with DRIVERINROME.
Wishing you all the best on your continued travels!
Warm regards,
DRIVERINROME Team
Kwok_C, May 2025
Constinel was fantastic as he was extremely courteous and knowledgeable about all the sites we visited. He took us as close to the sights as possible so that we would not have to walk. We will absolutely book with driverinrome again.
Kathleen_T, Nov 2024
We had a very nice/informative travel guide who took 8 of us in a Mini van. He negotiated the crazy traffic with ease. Made a point of dropping us off the closest we could possibly get to each location.
Tour buses cannot not get thru certain areas, so tourists have to walk much further in an already packed day. The ability to do that saved so much time. You will not be able to "enter" any of the biggies, Vatican, Coliseum, etc. You do get to wander around the properties. He also took us to a lovely little restaurant for lunch (where he is clearly friends with the owner) they had a table ready and food was served quickly. Many things are under construction/restoration. I feel like we got a great taste of Rome in a very short time frame. I
PatriciaJ_E, Nov 2024
This is a must-do excursion! Fabio, our host driver, was fantastic. He was interesting and informative. We went to so many interesting places, and on the stops where we got out of the van to wander around, he was always careful to communicate the places where we would meet up again. The trip was amazing. No worries about getting back to the ship on time for port departure, Fabio made the process seamless. My husband accidentally left his cell phone in the van after we were dropped off at the port to rejoin the cruise. I texted Fabio, and he promptly responded and came back to the port to deliver the phone. Thanks, Fabio. You are the best driver ever.
Liane_H, Sep 2024
Thank you Fabio for a fabulous tour of the best in Rome. Our cruise ship changed “all on board” time from 5pm to 2.30pm 😩 Fabio did his quickest tour ever but I had a great experience. Do yourself a favour & book with Driver in Rome - they are the best. Thank you again Fabio & also the lovely family group of 6, who accompanied me 🙏
Sarah_W, Jul 2024
Great small group tour that showed us several gems in the city that I had never heard of. Very knowledgeable and helpful!
ANA_C, Jul 2024
David was our tour guide on this amazing excursion in Rome....his enthusiasm and knowledge of Rome was made the tour an outstanding experience. But it was his passion for his ancient city that took this tour to another level of excellence!! David is the Best VIP Tour Guide!!!
Ray_F, Jul 2024
Visiting the sites, learning about Roman traditions and history. The guide was extremely passionate and knowledgeable about his country.
Terre_Z, Apr 2024
Fabio was the best part of our day! He was kind & caring and continually surprised us with treats!! He made lunch reservations for us, located frequent WCs visits, gave great information and even used a microphone in the van!!
Dina_P, Jun 2023
Our group of 6, in addition to another couple, shared a taxi/van to a few sights in Rome-the Coliseum, the Vatican, and the fountain. It was very crowded everywhere and traffic was terrible, this left us very little time at each sight. Our driver shared a lot of good information with us during the drive but because of parking situations he had to drop us at the sights without guiding us at the sights (he had to stay with the car). Overall it was a good experience but next time we would just go to one or two destinations and take time to tour the inside.
JAMES_S, Jul 2022
Then number of sites visited. The narration for each visited sites was fantastic. Also saw sites I never expected.
Ian_H, May 2022
Excellent tour. Professional and friendly. Pick up was easy and efficient. Drop off was same. Tour was well explained, lots of info, and hit all the right spots. Driver was excellent and timing suited us great
PennyH, Apr 2022
This was a fantastic trip!!! We were on a cruise and I knew about Viator. So I booked this trip. Soooo much better than the cruise boat where there are so many people and you end up waiting on folks all day. Plus we were taken almost to the sites and dropped off. Saved a lot of time from having to walk from place to place!
Response from Host, May 2022
Hello Penny,
We're glad that you had a fantastic trip with us! I would say that a small group is better as we can maximize your time and bring you to the amazing places in Rome.
Appreciate the feedback, if you know someone planning to go to Rome, please mention us so they will have a fantastic trip too!
Elizabeth_L, Aug 2025
Word WOW. Our guide, Matt, knows Rome well. It has presented us with interesting tourist attractions, without abandoning us to places for too long. We had time to visit everything. I highly recommend it.
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Response from Host, Sep 2025
Bonjour,
Merci infiniment pour votre magnifique retour ! Nous sommes ravis d’apprendre que vous avez passé un excellent moment à Rome avec notre guide Matt. Son objectif est toujours de partager ses connaissances tout en s’assurant que nos invités profitent de chaque site sans se sentir pressés ni abandonnés.
Votre recommandation nous touche beaucoup et nous motive à continuer d’offrir des expériences inoubliables. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir de nouveau pour d’autres découvertes en Italie !
Avec toute notre gratitude,
L’équipe DRIVERINROME
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