Rome in a Day: Vatican Museums & Colosseum Guided Tour

• Experience the absolute best of Rome on this incredible full-day tour with access to iconic spots like Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and more.

• Witness Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling and massive dome at the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica, and deep dive into history at the Colosseum.

• Enjoy breathtaking views from Palatine Hill and venture into the Roman Forum and learn about ancient Roman lifestyle from the professional guide.

• The tour is available in Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Italian and upgrade your ticket for a semi-guided private tour.

• Did you know? Julius Caesar's funeral took place inside the Roman Forum and his body was cremated at the site's east corner.

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What to bring

• All visitors must carry a photo ID for security checks.

What's not allowed

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues.

• Strict Dress Code: In order to enter St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums, one must abide by a dress code. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.

• Note that the following are not allowed inside Colosseum: large backpacks or pieces of luggage.

• Note that the following are not allowed inside Vatican Museums: suitcases, backpacks, containers, umbrellas, walking sticks (except those required by disabled visitors), tripods for cameras and video cameras, signage of any kind.

Additional information

• Please arrive at both the morning and afternoon tour meeting points on time. If your Vatican tour starts at 8am, please be at the Colosseum meeting point by 12:55pm. If your Vatican tour starts at 9am, please be at the Colosseum meeting point by 1:40pm.

• In case of unexpected closures of some of the areas inside the Museums, the guide may have to modify the itinerary slightly.

• Please note that you will be able to visit St. Peter’s Basilica on your own. Your guide will not take you inside, since direct access from Vatican Museum is not possible.

• St Peter’s Basilica is an active place of worship and may be closed without prior notice for religious events: in this case, the visit will be substituted by a visit to the Vatican Library.

• Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering venues. Guests with a pacemaker will need to show a certificate to bypass security screening

• Facilities: Cloakroom at Vatican Museums

• Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly after the purchase

• Please display the same on your mobile phone along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point

• If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

• Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled time of your tour in order to avoid any delays

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.