Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Fountains and Squares Private Tour





Description
Even with only one day to explore, you'll see the very best of the city and tick off Rome's top spots from your bucket list.The capital of one of the world’s most powerful ancient empires, Rome is a fascinating place that has inspired people to visit it for millennia. With its breathtaking buildings and monuments, incredible works of art, small-town charm, leisurely pace of life and world-renowned cuisine, the Eternal City is worth a visit at least once, though it would take a lifetime to see all it has to offer.
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Itinerary
Immerge yourself in history exploring the Colosseum the symbol of the Eternal City. Here you can relive the history of Rome with its gladiators, public demonstrations such as hunting reenactments and plays based on the classical mythology.
Then walk through the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra while your guide will bring back nearly 3000 years of history to life. The Roman Forum was the center of the political, business and religious life of Rome over a thousand years, the throbbing heart of what was to become the largest political power the world had ever seen.
Experience a personal tour of the Vatican's collection with your own private, licensed guide at your side. Described as one of the best experiences in Rome, this tour takes you on a journey of discovery. Revere priceless masterpieces of the Renaissance together with sculptures and mosaics from antiquity. All in the papal collection. All waiting for you to discover them. Taking a private tour means you can customize your time in the Eternal City's epicenter to include exactly what you want. The Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums' mind-blowing collection await you, but so too do Bernini’s stunning sculptures, the Raphael Rooms’ unforgettable frescoes, the stirringly beautiful Flemish artworks of the Gallery of Tapestries, and the hauntingly lifelike statues of the Gallery of the Candelabra
Regarded as Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel is a jaw-dropping attraction you must see at least once in your lifetime.The Sistine Chapel is one of the greatest treasures of the Vatican City, of Rome and of the world in general. It is known as much for its decoration, as for being the temple in which popes are chosen and crowned.The construction of the building was between 1473 and 1481 during the mandate of Pope Sixtus IV, to whom it owes its current name. What grabs the attention in the Sistine are the frescoes that completely cover the walls and the ceiling. Some of the most important artists who worked in the chapel are Botticelli, Perugino, Luca and Michelangelo.Without any doubt, The Creation of Adam is the best-known image from the Sistine Chapel. It is located in the central part of the vault and represents the story from Genesis in which God gives life to Adam.Located over the high altar Michelangelo’s other masterpiece, The Final Judgment.
You will then stop at one of our favorite Roman restaurants in the historical center to experience authentic Italian cuisine. After lunch discover Rome’s highlights and the most famous tourist sights with your guide by your side. Even though only having one day to explore, you’ll see the very best of the city and you will be able then to tick off Rome’s top spots from your bucket list. You will see the Spanish Steps, the iconic Trevi Fountain where you can throw in your coin to guarantee your return to Rome, the Pantheon, one of the best preserved temples of the ancient city and Piazza Navona, built on the ruins of the Emperor Domitian's stadium and now embellished by Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at 8.00 at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Security checks is obligatory for everyone entering Vatican City and Colosseum
- Dress code requie for the Sistine Chapel: knees and shoulders must be covered
- A small amount of walking is involved
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological area of Roman Forum
- Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking
Reviews(6)
Bring comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to learn a lot. The team helped us gain a wonderful understanding of the culture and richness of Rome.
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We hope to welcome you back soon. Elena
We loved it. Saw some amazing historical sights. Our guide was very energetic and enjoyable. I would recommend this tour and definitely our guide again.
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We will share this with our team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.
Rossana took great care of us while in Rome. We enjoyed all the extras like the hidden rooms in the Vatican Museum.
Thank you very much for this 5 star review! We loved being of service to you and hope we can meet you and your husband again soon! Arrivederci :)
Rosanna is unparalleled in the private tour experience she provides for her guests. She thinks of all the details so you can relax and enjoy your time. Her driver arrives in a climate controlled comfort to whisk you from place to place. Of course Rosanna already has all the tickets allowing you to begin your adventure in the capable hands of a true historian. The experience is tailored to the interest of each group and Rosanna can relate to teens and young adults in a funny and charming manner drawing them into the experience using pop culture references and insights.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us! We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to meet you again in the future! Arrivederci 🇮🇹
An incredible experience. The stories and sheer depth of information made the trip! I could not imagine trying to fully understand these sites without the amazing guides, they felt like friends not lecturers.
We are so grateful for your 5-star review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community. Hope to meet you soon again.
Rosa was amazing!! I had blast and was very informative! Definitely will recommend for friends and family!
We are so grateful for your 5-star review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community. Hope to meet you again soon!



