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Combine a trip to some of Rome’s greatest sites in 1 day! Visit the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, and Roman Forum, all with an expert guide to enhance your experience.

Highlights

• Reserved access to the Colosseum & Vatican Museums for a seamless visit
• Explore Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill with an expert guide
• Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and see Michelangelo’s La Pietà
• Avoid the queues and crowds with reserved access and expert guides

Description

Discover Rome’s most iconic landmarks on this full-day guided tour of the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica—with reserved access to make the most of your time in the Eternal City. Morning: Ancient Rome & the Colosseum Start your journey at the world-famous Colosseum, where your reserved entry allows you to step directly into the grand amphitheater without long public wait times. With your expert guide, relive the epic battles of gladiators and emperors while exploring its massive arena and ancient corridors. Next, visit Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome, offering stunning panoramic views of the city. Continue to the Roman Forum, once the bustling heart of Roman civilization, where political debates, trade, and daily life thrived for centuries. Afternoon: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica After a break to enjoy some authentic Italian cuisine (own expense), head to Vatican City, home to one of the most impressive art collections in the world. Thanks to exclusive Partner Entrance access, you’ll bypass the regular lines and step directly into the Vatican Museums, saving valuable time during peak season. Inside, your expert guide will lead you through must-see highlights, including the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries and ancient sculptures. Then, enter the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s masterpiece, The Creation of Adam, adorns the ceiling. Conclude your tour at St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the most significant churches in the world. Admire Michelangelo’s breathtaking La Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin, as your guide shares the fascinating history behind these masterpieces.

Includes

Reserved access and tickets to the Vatican Museums Access to the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica Access and tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Expert English-speaking guide All entrance and reservations fees Dedicated headsets so you don't miss a thing

Important Information

• This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs. Comfortable shoes are recommended Some areas and venues may be subject to last-minute closures. In the event this occurs, you will be offered an extended tour, always keeping with the advertised total length All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum & St Peter's Basilica. If we do not receive the full customers names, we will cancel the booking. Every customer is required to carry a valid ID that matches the name on the ticket, or an entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund