Top Rome Half-day Tours

Discover the Vatican on a group tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums with an expert guide. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide, who brings the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo and finish your tour visiting St. Peter's Basilica. Choose from several departures, or upgrade to a small-group tour.

The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill are the most important ancient sites in the city, but visiting on your own can be overwhelming. With this tour, save time with skip-the-line entry and take in the highlights of these three fascinating sites with a guide. Learn about the history and architecture of the Colosseum before moving on the civic and religious buildings in the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Avoid the long entrance lines at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill during this skip-the-line tour of the sights in ancient Rome. With a guide, head into the Colosseum to walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians as tales of the brutal games ring in your ears. Stroll amid the ruins of the Roman Forum, then discover layers of Roman history on Palatine Hill.

Take the stress out of waiting in long visitor lines by going on this Colosseum tour that includes skip-the-line entry. Explore areas of the Colosseum not accessible to regular ticket holders, and see the underground level, the Arena,and the Roman Forum. Along the way, your tour will be brought to life with guide commentary through headsets. Options available for small group guided tours.

Experience the iconic Colosseum without wasting time at the entrance. Join our guided tour of ancient Rome, where you'll delve into the history of this amphitheatre with an entertaining guide who shares stories of thrilling gladiator battles. Afterward, explore the Palatine Hill to discover the origins of Rome before concluding your journey at the Roman Forum to witness its ancient ruins. For a more immersive experience, consider upgrading to a small-group or semi-private tour that grants access to the arena floor where gladiators fought for their life!

The Catacombs of Rome are a popular attraction—bypass the long lines outside with this Roman Catacombs and Crypts Skip-the-Line Small-Group Tour. This tour also gives you skip-the-line access to Capuchin Crypt and Basilica San Nicola in Carcere, making it a great pick for travelers short on time. See Rome's mysterious side with a guide who knows the history well so you can get more out of your visit.

Experience over 2,500 years of history on a private tour through Rome’s beautiful historic district. Roam the streets of this city in a comfortable, covered, street-legal golf cart following a custom itinerary based on your interests. This family-friendly sightseeing tour offers a narrated journey of the palaces, monuments, churches, fountains, and statues of your choice that define the rich heritage of Italy's capital. Each itinerary is customized to your preferences, not all sights listed below can be visited in one tour.

See the highlights of Vatican City ON this skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Join a knowledgeable guide for a visit to the incomparable Vatican Museums—home to one of the most extensive and impressive art collections in the world. Admire the Raphael Rooms and take in the incomparable frescos of the Sistine Chapel.

Rome’s Colosseum is one of the most famous Roman monuments in the world, but with four million annual visitors, lines can be long in peak season. This tour ensures a hassle-free visit with skip-the-line entrance; access to the Arena and the gladiator stage; plus a walking tour of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.

With so many spread-out sights, Rome can become a tiring place when you’re sightseeing. This golf cart tour cuts out both the fatigue and the heavier traffic, shuttling you efficiently around the key sights of Rome like the Trevi Fountain and St. Peter’s Basilica. Gelato is included for an extra perk.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum skip the line sharing tour. Have fun discovering Roman history and Gladiator combats! Visit the Colosseum with an enthusiastic guide who will reveal many stories and anecdotes on Roman emperors and Senators. You will visit the Colosseum, go to the Palatine Hill to see the ruins of the Palace of the emperor Domitian,see the panoramic view of the Circus Maximus and then walk to the Roman Forum where triumphal Arches and temples are still standing as a symbol of the power of Ancient Rome. Like a time machine you will go back to Roman times! this tour includes skip the line tickets and a friendly storytelling guide who will bring Roman life back to life!

See the Colosseum on a guided tour that gives you special access to enter the amphitheater on the arena, the same entrance that gladiators once used for their battles. This also allows you to skip the line at the main public entrance. Once inside, explore the ancient landmark with a guide, and then head outside to tour the archaeological area of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Select your preferred tour time when booking.

Save time when you visit the Vatican Museums by prebooking this Vatican Museums Half-Day Skip-the-Line Tour. This tour lets you bypass the ticket lines and head inside to see its most impressive exhibits such as the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. It’s a great choice for travelers who are short on time but still want to see the collection of the Catholic Church.

Rome’s blockbuster sights are spread far across the city, so visiting them all by foot or public transportation is a challenge. With this golf cart tour, zip past the snarled traffic and take in the top ancient sites and Renaissance treasures in just a few hours. Stop to admire the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and other famous landmarks plus customize the itinerary to include the attractions that most interest you.

Short on time? Check off Rome’s best bits on a whistle-stop tour of the city – the ideal way for first-time visitors to get their bearings. Explore lively Piazza Venezia and Piazza Navona and admire views of the mighty Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Capitoline Hill. Hop off along the way to throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, snap photos of the Spanish Steps, or marvel at the Pantheon. This small-group tour is limited to just 8 people, ensuring plenty of attention from your guide.

Taste your way through Rome's street food scene on this gourmet walking tour. Sample a variety of street foods, such as zucchini flowers, suppli, pastries, and pizza, while taking in the impressive scenery of historic Rome all around you. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors to Rome and for foodies who want to learn more about Roman cuisine.

See the best of Vatican City on this small-group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Skip the long lines at the Vatican and go straight to the remarkable art and architecture, including galleries, the Julius II apartments, the Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. This intimate Vatican tour is limited to six people for a personal experience and individual service from the guide, and includes all entrance fees.

See the Eternal City come to life after dark on a half-day, small-group tour of Rome at night. Kick off your evening over pizza in a classic Roman restaurant, then see the ancient sites and monuments with dramatic illumination. Take in the soaring arches of the Colosseum and the shadowy pillars of the Pantheon, then take a leisurely stroll through Piazza Navona to three picture-perfect fountains. Pause to throw a coin into the Trevi fountain and savor a cup of local gelato before returning to your hotel.

Hop on a vintage Vespa for an evening tour of the Eternal City. First stop: Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum. After a brief stop for gelato and coffee (included), the tour continues with stops at the Mouth of the Truth,  Circus Maximus , Palatine Hill, Saint Peter's Square, and the Trevi Fountain. An experienced guide does the driving so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

A true must-do for history lovers, this Appian Way small-group e-bike tour from Rome provides you with all the equipment you need to bike the road and stop by its main ancient highlights. Ride down the road and pass through the Parco dell’Appia Antica to see many ancient Roman aqueducts. Your guide tells you about the heights of the Roman Empire, as well as its fall.

Admire Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel without the crowds and enjoy skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums a full hour before opening on this small-group tour. Easily navigate the vast museums, seeing the highlights of the papal art collection, including the Raphael Rooms, and Gallery of Tapestries, the Pinecone Courtyard. Then, marvel at the beauty of the Sistine Chapel before ending at St. Peter’s Basilica.

The Vatican Museums attract millions of visitors every year and have the crowds and lines to match. On this tour, experience the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and Raphael Rooms without feeling rushed. Explore in the comfort of a small group and hear your guide clearly with the provided earphones.

Tour the amphitheater and other sites of Ancient Rome under the atmospheric cover of darkness during this evening tour. Learn about the ruins of the Roman Forum seen from the Piazza del Campidoglio, and enter the Colosseum after the daytime crowds have disappeared and the temperature has dropped.