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Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $228 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 200
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 10 days before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Discover Rome Tours
- Meeting point
- Vatican Museum :One of our representative there at the meeting point near Viale Vaticano, 100 opposite side of Vatican Museum entrance, Infront of "Caffe Vaticano" with the sign "Find Rome Tours.
Description
Visit the iconic Colosseum, walk through the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, then explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with a licensed guide. How the Combo Tour structured: The two visits are not consecutive. Its structured with one part in the morning and one in the afternoon, with free time in between for lunch and travel. Vatican Museums Tour (Guided): approximately 2.5 hours. Includes skip-the-line entry and a guided visit of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Free Time: approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes available to have lunch independently and to travel from the Vatican to the Colosseum (the distance between the two sites is about 3.5 km). Transportation is not included. Colosseum Tour (Guided): approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Includes a guided tour of the Colosseum. After the guided portion, your ticket allows you to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill independently.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:30 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $228
- Child (ages 5–17)
- $171
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Colosseum
Walk through the heart of Ancient Rome. Visit the Colosseum, where gladiators once battled, explore the ruins of the Roman Forum, and climb Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of the city.
Vatican Museums
Explore one of the world’s greatest art collections inside the Vatican Museums. Wander through galleries filled with ancient sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and priceless cultural treasures from all over the world.
Sistine Chapel
End your Vatican visit in the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Admire Michelangelo’s legendary ceiling frescoes and “The Last Judgment” in a space that blends spiritual depth with artistic genius.
What's included
Included
Entry ticket to the Vatican Museums
Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person & reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Headset to hear clearly in crowded areas
Access to the Sistine Chapel
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Tips
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $228 is 24% below the typical $300 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,084 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
10+ days before100% refund
0–10 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour take?
Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $228 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 11:30 AM.
How much does Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–17 pay from $171, adults from $228.
Can I cancel Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 10 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Vatican Museum :One of our representative there at the meeting point near Viale Vaticano, 100 opposite side of Vatican Museum entrance, Infront of "Caffe Vaticano" with the sign "Find Rome Tours. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 200 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Colosseum + Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Discover Rome Tours.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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