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Description
Discover the two most important attractions of the capital city of Italy - Rome: the Colosseum, an oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, and the Vatican Museums - public art and sculpture museums in the Vatican City. Get to know all about the origins, cultures and traditions of this city including gladiator fights, animal hunts etc. Other stops inclue Imperial Palace, Circus Maximus, the Candelabra Gallery and many more.
Highlights
- Vatican Museums
- The Candelabra Gallery
- The Imperial Palace
- Colosseum Of Rome
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- For the first part of the tour, see the 7 new wonders of the world, the Colosseum. Recognizable symbol of the power and the dimensions of the old empire; also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, its construction took place between 70 and 80 d. C. and hosted shows of various types. Learn how it was a stage for gladiator fights, public executions, animal hunts and less bloody performances by acrobats and magicians.
- Then, the spectacular Roman Forum, the center of Roman public life, which contained the most important structures of daily life, such as temples, sanctuaries, markets, royal residences and basilicas and visualize how Roman life was and how the current ruins would have appeared thousands of years ago.
- Walk to the Palatine, where the Imperial Palace is located: from one side, appreciate the Forum and, from the other, the Circus Maximus, where the chariot races once took place.
- Listen to the legend of how the hill gave birth to the founders of Rome, Romulus and his brother Remus.
- Learn then the tragic end of its history and the event that led to the creation of the Eternal City. Knowing the history and legends of ancient Rome and following in the footsteps of the emperors will make this experience an unforgettable cultural trip that you will treasure forever.
- Head afterwards to the Vatican Museums: with more than 1,400 galleries are some of the most important and largest museums in the world. They have a great variety of splendid galleries, excellent Roman and Etruscan collections, and much more.
- This fantastic group tour is designed to be entertaining while you discover the fascinating history and works of art preserved in the Vatican.
- Explore the highlights of the Museums such as the Candelabra Gallery, where you can admire the rich collection of Roman sculptures, the Tapestry Gallery and the Gallery of Maps, along with many other art treasures, including sculptures, paintings and architecture.
- Admire the extraordinary Sistine Chapel, the masterpiece of Michelangelo, in its entirety. Access the Basilica of St. Peter's through a special entrance reserved exclusively for the official guides and their groups.
What's Included
Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a small group.
Skip-the-line admission and entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel with skip- the - line access to St. Peter’s Basilica.
Skip-the-line admission and entrance to the Vatican Museums.
Live tour commentary.
English speaking Italian tour guide.
What's Excluded
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop off.
Lunch.
Transfer from the Colosseum to the Vatican.
Gratuities.
Know before you go
Visitors with walking disabilities can not opt for a group tour either- as it is virtually impossible to keep up with our tour guide. In this case, we highly recommend choosing the option of a private and more personalised tour. Our tour guide can adapt to your circumstances and choose a more comfortable route by avoiding stairs and go at a pace most adapted to your needs.
Discounts apply for children from the age of 6 to 17 years. Children under the age of 6 are free and do not need to be mentioned when booking a tour with us online. All children need to be in possession of a valid ID with proof of age and a copy of it, to show up once at the counter.
There is no dress code for the Colosseum. We generally recommend wearing comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat for hot summer days.
Modest dress code is required to enter the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both, men and women. If you fail to comply with these dress requirements, you may be denied entry. Wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended for Rome in general.
Please note that there is no storage room at the Colosseum. We recommend not bringing heavy items such as backpacks or bags. The lighter the better.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 4 | EUR 110 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 1 To 4 | EUR 95 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |