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Rome in 1 Day: Vatican & Colosseum Guided Tour – Choose Your Option

By Gray Line - I Love Rome
8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is £153 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Expert-guided tours of Rome’s iconic sites
  • Personalised experience with diverse group sizes
  • Optional transport and morning hotel pick-up
  • Included admission to both attractions
  • Make the most of your time in Rome with this combo tour

Activity location

  • The Eternal City's very best: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and Vatican Museums, plus the Sistine Chapel
    • Metropolitan City of Rome Capital
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup (if you selected the option with Hotel Pickup)
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Vatican & Colosseum Regular Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes9h 30m
    9h 30m
  • English

  • Maximum 20 participants

  • Admission Ticket to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Square (Morning) and Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (Afternoon)

  • Guided Tours

Meeting Point for the Vatican Museum (Morning): Piazza Risorgimento, at Bar L'Ottagono. Arrive 15 minutes before the start time, look for the I Love Rome logo.

Meeting Point for the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (Afternoon): Colle Oppio Park, Via delle Terme di Tito, corner of Via Nicola Salvi. Arrive 15 minutes before the start time, look for the I Love Rome logo.

The selected time refers to the first tour in the package. No transport included: Please follow the provided instructions to reach the meeting points.

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
£152.88 x 1 Adult£152.88
Total
Price is £152.88
Until Tue, 7 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English-speaking guide
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    Guided Tour inside all of the attractions
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    Wireless Audio Headsets
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    Comfortable coach transfer between sites (if option selected)
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    Hotel pick-up in the morning (if option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission to the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport (if not selected when booking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel drop-off

Know before you book

  • Provide first name and surname for all reservations.You should provide complete names to prevent potential refusal. Passport or valid ID mandatory on the tour day.
  • Tours with hotel pick-up option if selected: our Team will contact you the day before to inform about the pick up from your hotel. Please, be ready in the lobby as per indications.
  • The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues.
  • Customers must adhere to the assigned guide throughout the tour. External guides can't be added to the group after purchase. Access to the Vatican Museums requires escort by the assigned guide.
  • If you selected the meeting poin option : follow the instructions provided in the voucher to reach out the guide and your group at the meeting point or contact us to confirm time and location.
  • Appropriate attire is required for religious sites. Avoid sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats.
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums are an active place of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.
  • Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Tours with hotel pick-up option if selected: kindly note this option does not include hotel drop-off
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Step into the heart of Rome on an unforgettable journey through its most iconic landmarks – the Vatican and the Colosseum. Whether you're a history buff or a first-time visitor, this combined tour offers the perfect blend of art, culture, and ancient ruins. Choose your adventure from three fantastic options:

Vatican & Colosseum Guided Tour (Regular Group)
Begin your day at the Vatican, exploring world-famous treasures like the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Square with a larger group (up to 20 people). After a break, the tour continues in the afternoon at the Colosseum, where you'll walk through the ancient amphitheatre, stepping into the arena where gladiators once fought. No transport is included, so you’ll enjoy a scenic walk between the two iconic sites.

Colosseum & Vatican Small-Group Tour (Max 10 Participants)
For those seeking a more intimate experience, this tour offers a small group (max 10 participants), perfect for detailed insights and personalised attention. Start your journey in the Colosseum, where your guide will lead you through its artistic wonders. Then, head to the Vatican Museum to dive deeper into the Christian history, with a more relaxed pace and extra time to soak in the stories. This option also excludes transport, allowing for more flexibility in your exploration.

Colosseum & Vatican Small-Group Tour with Hotel Pickup and between-site transport (Max 10 participants)
If you wish to make your day as smooth as possible, this option includes hotel pickup, so you’ll be whisked away in comfort straight to the Colosseum, where your small group tour begins. After walking on the steps of the Ancient Roman people, you’ll travel between sites in style with transport included, heading to the Vatican Museums for an unforgettable exploration of the Christian artworks that keep fascinating the whole world. The small group size (max 10 participants) means you’ll have more personal interaction with your expert guide, making this the ultimate stress-free Roman adventure.

Whichever option you choose, you’ll dive straight into the heart of Roman history with an expert guide, helping you uncover the secrets and stories of these magnificent landmarks. From awe-inspiring art to jaw-dropping ruins, you’ll experience the magic of Rome like never before.

Location

Activity location

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    The Eternal City's very best: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and Vatican Museums, plus the Sistine Chapel
    • Metropolitan City of Rome Capital
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Pickup (if you selected the option with Hotel Pickup)
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy
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    Vatican Tour - Piazza Risorgimento (Bar - Caffetteria L’Ottagono, 400 metres from the nearest Metro A stop, Ottaviano)
    • Piazza del Risorgimento
    • Roma, Lazio, Italy
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    Colosseum Tour - Colle Oppio Park - Via delle Terme di Tito, corner of Via Nicola Salvi, inside the park
    • 1 Via delle Terme di Tito
    • 00184, Roma, Lazio, Italy