VIP Best of Rome in 1 Day Guided Sightseeing Tour in English
Description
With a maximum of eight passengers, this shared shore excursion is a great way to see Rome like a VIP and save money at the same time. Pick-up and drop-off at the ship. Get the most out of your touring day with our professional and fun English-speaking drivers.
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Itinerary
This VIP Shared Shore Excursion to Rome features an dockside pick-up and drop-off, a professional English-speaking driver, and a maximum of 8 passengers. After an 80-minute drive from the pier, you'll begin your tour of The Eternal City.
Two thousand years of fascinating history come alive at Colosseum, the Ancient Roman arena where the Gladiator fights took place. The Colosseum is an amazing feat of engineering and a testimony to the engineering brilliance of Ancient Rome.
The Arch of Constantine is one of several triumphal arches of Ancient Rome, sitting on the plaza just outside the Colosseum. Its location was significant in ancient times, linking the area of the Roman Forum to the major entertainment and public bathing complexes of central Rome.
The Circus Maximus was the largest stadium in ancient Rome, famous for chariot races (remember the movie "Ben Hur"?) An elongated, elliptical track with a central island, Circus Maximus could seat 250,000 people, one-quarter of Rome's population in ancient times.
Archaeological findings show that the Palatine Hill was inhabited as far back as the tenth century BC, but it's glory days were at the time of the Roman Empire, when this was basically the Beverly Hills of Rome. Roman nobility had their homes here, including the Emperor, who could watch the chariot races from his palace.
The Capitoline Hill is the smallest and most important of the seven hills of Ancient Rome. As the political and religious heart of Rome, the Capitoline Hill became a symbol of Rome's reign as Caput Mundi, capital of the world. Today, we can appreciate the elegant piazza designed by Michelangelo during the Renaissance. From the back side of the hill, you can enjoy an incredible view of the Roman Forum.
Officially known as the Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II, the enormous white marble monument that dominates Piazza Venezia was built as a tribute to the first king of a united Italy, Victor Emmanuel II.
Built more than 1800 years ago, the magnificent Pantheon still stands as a reminder of the great Roman Empire. The name Pantheon refers to the building's original function as a temple to all the gods. The structure is famous for its handsome coffered dome, an amazing and mystifying work of architecture and engineering, with a gigantic oculus in the center. KINDLY NOTE: Viewing the Pantheon from the exterior is free. As of July 2023, a ticket is required to visit the interior. The ticket costs 10 euros per person. If you'd like to go inside the Pantheon, please request that we make a reservation for you.
Believe it or not, Trevi Fountain is still fed by an ancient aqueduct -- the Aqua Virgo, constructed in 19 BC. The elaborate Baroque fountain by Bernini, a masterpiece of mythical figures in travertine, is the most recognizable fountain in the world.
St. Peter's Basilica sits across the Tiber River from the historic centre of Rome. The location is highly symbolic; this was the site where Saint Peter died a martyr and where he was buried in 64 AD. The massive church, with its beautiful dome designed by Michelangelo, houses many works of art, including Michelangelo's most famous Pietà. At this stop, you will have time to view the church and piazza from the exterior; we will not enter the basilica.
The verdant Janiculum Hill is dotted by monuments to Garibaldi and his makeshift army, who fought fierce battles in the struggle for Italian unification on this spot in 1849. The Italian hero is commemorated with a massive monument in Piazzale Giuseppe Garibaldi, while his Brazilian-born wife, Anita, has her own monument about 200m away in Piazzale Anita Garibaldi. Anita died from malaria, together with their unborn child, shortly after the siege.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up is dockside. Do not take a shuttle. Your driver will be waiting for you on the pier, holding a sign with your name on it. Please be ready 10 minutes before departure time. Pickup time is usually between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM, please contact the supplier for to confirm the exact time.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- As you're driving around, our drivers will share facts and history of the places and monuments to be visited. Note that drivers in Italy are not permitted to share information once you have exited the vehicle, nor can they accompany you on foot.
- This is a shared service with minimum participation required for the tour to run. There is the possibility of cancellation after confirmation if we don't have minimum numbers. In this case, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- This is a shared tour and you will be expected to maintain the pace of the group. If you have limited mobility, we suggest booking a private tour.
- The order of the sights may change due to traffic, road conditions, etc.
- Being a shared tour, it's important to respect the time allotted at each stop by your driver. We kindly ask that you return to the vehicle at the appointed time so that we can stay on schedule.
- Children 0-5 years old must seat properly inside the vehicle. Please specify this detail if you have a child in the group so we can provide for a car seat.
Reviews(56)
Our driver was excellent, but I was disappointed that this really was not a guide of tour. We ask a lot of questions, but the two people in the front seat really got all of the information in the rest of us. Couldn’t hear very well. The driver certainly knew where to take us in Rome, which was wonderful. I would just encourage that they share more information in terms of the places, history, etc..
We had a wonderful time. We saw all the sights and evan extra ones. We had plenty of time at each site and did not feel hurried. Costinel was very knowledgeable and took us to the sites and waited for us. He was a great guide! We had lunch and Evan stopped to have gelato. I highly recommend this tour and tour guide
This is the only way to see Rome in one day, with a personal driver! Constantine was fabulous. He knew the streets of Rome like the back of his hand, had great parking at every stop! Did not rush us and explained all the history at our stops Our friend with us wanted to find the Episcopal Church where her parents were married back in the 40's and he knew exactly where it was and let us visit Picked out a nice lunch stop and even took me for affogato! At the end, he took us to a hill that overlooked all of Rome, fantastic experience
This is a super tour, especially since we had one day in Rome and we were at the cruise port. Matt was a wonderful guide. He picked us up ship side and communicated well before so we knew what to expect. We were in a very comfortable van with 3 other couples. Matt skillfully drove and told us about the stores, he would then let us out to explore. We had such close access to everything. He had the group decide how to deal with lunch. We all wanted him to take us to a good Italian restaurant. It did not disappoint. We saw everything listed on the tour and a few extras. We ate a wonderful lunch and he took us to a great gelatto place before getting us back to the ship with lots of time to spare. This was a great excursion!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with DriverinRome Tours and Transportation! We’re delighted to hear that Matt made your one day in Rome so special, from picking you up ship side with clear communication to guiding you comfortably through the city’s highlights. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the flexibility of exploring, the authentic Italian lunch, and even a stop for gelato before returning to the ship with plenty of time to spare. We truly appreciate your enthusiastic recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable adventures!
Marco was friendly and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, he arrived almost 30 minutes after the time we were told to be there and the office was difficult to get a hold of so we were all worried about where the driver was.
Thank you for sharing your experience with DriverinRome Tours and Transportation. We’re delighted to hear that Marco’s friendliness and knowledge made your tour enjoyable. We sincerely apologize for the delay in his arrival and for the difficulty reaching our office, as we understand how concerning that must have been. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and we’ll use it to improve our communication and punctuality. We truly appreciate your patience and are glad Marco was able to provide a great experience once the tour began.
Loved our day with Fabio! Perfect for the short amount of time we had in Rome. Informative and very enjoyable. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful words about your day with Fabio! We’re thrilled to hear that he made your short time in Rome both informative and enjoyable. Providing memorable experiences, even on tight schedules, is something we take pride in, and it’s great to know Fabio delivered just that. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in the future!
I can not speak highly enough about Luccio and this experience! We were met at the dockside beside our cruise ship and Luccio brought us to the most amazing viewpoints around Rome. He was able to park right beside all the main attractions that we wanted to visit (the Colosseum, the Forum, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Vatican, the Pantheon and he also brought us to other places that we had never even heard of before) and gave us time to go and look around, meeting us at the car with iced water and air conditioning, which was worth it's weight in gold in 40 degree heat! He was extremely professional and knew every little side street around Rome. He also brought us to a lovely, family-run Italian restaurant for lunch, away from all the other tourists... delicious! I really, really appreciated everything you did for us Luccio, thank you so much! It was a pleasure and a privilege to be shown around your hometown with you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful and detailed review of your experience with DriverInRome Tours and Transportation! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day exploring Rome with Luccio. It sounds like he went above and beyond to make your experience comfortable, enjoyable, and stress-free—from finding convenient access to the major attractions to keeping you refreshed with iced water and air conditioning during the heat. We’re especially happy to hear that you enjoyed the local family-run restaurant and discovered some lesser-known places along the way. Luccio will be thrilled to know that you appreciated his knowledge of Rome and his efforts to show you the city like a local. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Luccio. Thank you again for choosing DriverInRome and for your heartfelt appreciation of his service. It was truly our pleasure to be part of your Roman adventure, and we hope to welcome you back to Italy again in the future! Warmest regards, The DriverInRome Tours and Transportation Team
Fabio was an exceptional tour guide whose passion for Rome and its history was unparalleled He made our trip so interesting and the whole family loved every moment- managing to see many of the historic places in Rome in only a few hours leaving from Civitavecchia from cruise ship Highly recommended Fabio and his company
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Fabio made your Rome experience so memorable. His passion for Rome and its history truly shines through, and we’re happy to know that he was able to share that passion with your whole family while helping you see so many of Rome’s historic highlights in just a few hours from Civitavecchia. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Fabio. He will certainly appreciate knowing that his efforts helped make your family’s day so enjoyable. Thank you again for recommending DriverInRome Tours and Transportation. It was our pleasure to be part of your cruise vacation, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Rome in the future! Warmest regards, The DriverInRome Team
Perfect with a small bus and we were only 4 people. Knew a lot about Rome
Tack så mycket för er fina feedback! Vi är glada att höra att ni uppskattade den bekväma minibussen och att ni hade en trevlig upplevelse med oss. Det är också roligt att höra att vår chaufför kunde dela med sig av sin kunskap om Rom och göra turen ännu mer givande. Tack för att ni valde DriverInRome Tours and Transportation. Vi hoppas få välkomna er tillbaka till Rom i framtiden! 🇮🇹
This was amazing! We got to see all of the things! Loretta our driver was incredible and very knowledgable! The pickup and drop off was very easy
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience and were able to see all the highlights of your tour. It's especially rewarding to know that Loretta made your journey even more enjoyable with her knowledge and excellent service. We're also glad that the pickup and drop-off process was smooth and convenient. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Italy!
