Rome in 1 Day Exclusive Private Tour | Best of Rome in one Day

6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy a special daily sightseeing tour of the Roman historical center, admiring the city's main attractions, including the Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, Saint Peter's Square, and many other notable sites.

Your private driver will take you on a 3-hour sightseeing tour across the historical center of Rome in a private, air-conditioned car or minivan. Your tour will continue to Emperor Hadrian’s Mausoleum (external visit) and the legendary Ponte Sant'Angelo, where you can enjoy a fantastic view of the Castello Sant'Angelo and the astonishing Saint Peter's Square with its superb Colonnade.

Afterwards, enjoy a beautiful view of Rome from Janiculum Hill and see the Circus Maximus. After a 1-hour break for lunch (not included), you will have a 1-hour private skip-the-line tour of the symbol of the Ancient Roman world: the Colosseum.

What's Included

60/75 minutes Professional art historian guide Colosseum Private Guided Tour and Tickets
Hotel pickup and drop-off from city center only
Headsets to hear the guide clearly for groups over 6 people
Private chauffeured sightseeing tour with an English Speaking Driver
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Guide for the Sightseeing tour
The driver is not a Tour Guide
Roman forum & Palatine hill

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotels, B&Bs, apartments, and vacation rentals within the city center only. For locations outside the city center, pickup and drop-off can be arranged upon request and may incur an additional fee.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Piazza Di Spagna

    Admire the beauty of the enlightened Spanish Square, one of the most famous squares in Rome. Located in the heart of the roman historical city centre, the square hosts fascinating and incredible masterpieces. In the middle of the square rises the famous Barcaccia Fountain, dating to the beginning of the baroque period, sculpted by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and his father. At the same time, the square is crowned by the impressive Spanish Steps, an imposing 135-step staircase decorated with many garden-terraces, splendidly adorned with flowers in spring and summer. The sumptuous, aristocratic staircase, was designed so that the scenic effects increase more and more while approaching to it, as typical feature of the great baroque architecture.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Piazza Navona

    Discover Navona Square. This huge square, once used to performed incredible battleship, hosts scuplture and architectrural masterpieces such us Bernini's Four River Fountain and Borromini's church Santa Agnese in Agone. It is considered to be the most beautiful and elegant baroque squares.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Trevi Fountain

    Take a stop to admire the Trevi Fountain, that is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world, even appeared in several iconic movies like "La Dolce Vita" and "Roman Holiday". The great night-time lighting highlights the gorgeous decorating sculptures of this baroque masterpiece, creating a magical and romantic atmosphere. Belonging to the fountain is the legend whereby throwing a coin in the fountain you will ensure your return in Rome.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Pantheon

    Enjoy an external visit of the Pantheon, which was built as a temple to all the gods of Olympus. This temple is famous worldwide for its incredible dome which is the largest in the world since ancient times.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Campo De' Fiori

    LUNCH BREAK

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    St. Peter's Square

    Enjoy a panoramic view of the astonishing Saint Peter Square with its superb Colonnade.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Terrazza del Gianicolo

    Afterwards, enjoy a beautiful view of Rome from Janiculum Hill and see the Circus Maximus, the site of the Roman chariots races, with its evocative views of the sprawling ruins of the Emperors’ Palaces on Palatine Hill. Take then a short lunch break (about 1,5hrs - not includedin the price).

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Colosseum

    Step back in time with an exclusive private tour of the Colosseum, the most iconic symbol of the Roman Empire. With your licensed local guide, skip the long lines and uncover the fascinating history behind the gladiators, emperors, and spectacles that once thrilled ancient crowds. Explore the Colosseum’s first and second tiers, admire the Arena floor where battles took place, and hear captivating stories that bring the past to life. Your private guide will tailor the experience to your interests, making every moment informative and engaging. Continue your journey through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, walking among the ruins where ancient Rome’s political and social heart once stood. This private experience ensures exclusive attention, flexible pacing, and a deeper connection with one of the world’s greatest historical sites — a must for history lovers and first-time visitors alike.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Castel Sant'Angelo

    Continue your promenade along the Tiber River Bank and enjoy an external visit of the Holy Castle, one of most ancient building in Rome.Built as Hadrian’s tomb, it was transformed in the middle ages into the fortress of the popes. Now a days is one of the most iconic monuments in Rome. After that take a short break 1 hour an half break for lunch (not included)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A small amount of walking is involved for the 60/75 minutes Private Guided Tour of the Colosseum
  • PICK UP FROM YOUR HOTEL/ACCOMMODATION OR OTHER AGREED SPOT IN THE CITY CENTRE ONLY. IF OUT OF THE CITY CENTRE, PICK UP AND DROP OFF RATE TO BE ARRANGED ON REQUEST .
  • Dress code is smart-casual
  • The order in which the sites will be visited may vary depending on the availability of entry
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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