Best of Rome: Colosseum and Vatican in One Day

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience the very best of Rome in just one unforgettable day. Begin your journey at the Colosseum, at your own peace. Continue through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, exploring the ruins of temples, arches, and palaces that shaped Ancient Rome. After a break, step into the artistic wonders of the Vatican Museums, home to centuries of masterpieces, including the celebrated Gallery of Maps and Tapestries. Your tour concludes in the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes will leave you speechless.

What's Included

Priority entry tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Priority entry tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Self Guided tour
Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Transportation between sites

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 14, 00184 Roma RM, Italy Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts. The location is in front of the old gladiatorial school, Ludus Magnus.

End point

St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City Your tour will conclude at the iconic St. Peter’s Square, where you can continue exploring Vatican City at your own pace.

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Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    ColosseumStep inside Rome’s most iconic amphitheater and learn about the gladiators, emperors, and spectacles that shaped its history.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Walk among ancient temples, basilicas, and arches in what was once the political and social heart of Rome.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Explore the legendary birthplace of Rome with panoramic views over the Forum and Circus Maximus.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Vatican Museums

    Discover one of the world’s greatest art collections, including works by Raphael, Caravaggio, and ancient Roman treasures.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Admire the ornate Renaissance corridors decorated with stunning maps and tapestries.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Sistine Chapel

    End with Michelangelo’s masterpieces, from the Creation of Adam to the Last Judgment.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
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