Top Rome Half-day Tours - page 3

Peel back the layers of Roman history—quite literally—with a thrilling exploration of its underground tombs and chapels. Visit Roman Catacombs, home to stunning frescoes and thousands of centuries-old bones. Learn about early Christianity from your guide while meandering the endless darkened tunnels. Next up is the Capuchin Crypt, where you find the artistically displayed bones of 4,000 Capuchin monks.

See the secrets of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum on this small-group. With your knowledgeable guide, skip the long entrance lines at each attraction. Explore the Colosseum's underground chambers, which are off-limits to most of the public each day and discover Palatine Hill and the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum. Limited to just six people, this tour provides a more intimate experience.

The Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill are three of Rome’s most visited attractions, but visitors often spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. Maximize your time with skip-the-line access and marvel at the UNESCO-listed ruins of ancient Rome.

Experience Rome with all your senses on this delicious sunset walking and eating tour of Rome's Prati District. See Rome like a local, as you stroll the streets of Prati with your knowledgeable local guide, popping into different gourmet food stores to sample a plethora of foods. Visit some real hidden gems, as you snack on cured meats and cheeses, eat amazing pizza, and meet some of the artisanal food makers who give you recipes and food making tips. Group sizes are limited to 13 people, so book early to secure your spot.

Explore the landmarks of ancient Rome on a Segway tour with an experienced guide. On your own electric Segway, cruise by major Rome attractions like the Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Circus Maximus. Learn about the Eternal City’s 2,000-year-old ruins while you zoom along the streets, and stop by the Mouth of Truth, Rome’s legendary ‘lie detector.’ Limited to just eight people, this tour provides a small-group experience.

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums each day to see St. Peter’s Basilica, masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, and the Sistine Chapel. Get inside the UNESCO-listed complex to the general public on this tour that’s limited to a small group. Enter through a reserved doorway to skip the lines, and stay a step ahead of the large crowds on this carefully planned route that ensures you make the most of your time.

Explore Rome's top landmarks without the stress of getting lost on this private half-day tour with convenient pick-up from the doorstep of your accommodations. Booking a private tour not only ensures your guide’s full attention, but allows plenty of time for photos and stories at each stop on the itinerary, from the Colosseum to Trevi Fountain. On-board WiFi and bottled water are included for your convenience.

The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica can be intimidating for first-time visitor, both for the wealth of its art and for the vast area they cover. With this small-group tour, see the highlights with a guide for a comprehensive introduction to the Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica that won’t overwhelm. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore St. Peter's Square, and even climb the dome for views over Rome.

Spend a few hours exploring Rome’s Colosseum on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide, enjoy skip the line access to this nearly 2,000 year old amphitheater and learn about the spectacles and gladiatorial contests once held there. Visit the arena floor, then enjoy complimentary entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with a climb up the dome of St. Peter's Basilica with a guide. After getting sweeping views of Vatican City and Rome beyond, proceed inside for a guided tour of the church itself, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. This half-day tour takes place in the morning, before much of the crowds arrive at the Vatican.

Take in three of Rome’s top ancient sites without feeling overwhelmed by their wealth of history and architecture with this guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Explore with a guide for a deep dive into Roman history. Admire the Colosseum amphitheater before moving on to the villas and temples in the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Spend a few hours exploring Rome’s Colosseum on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide, enjoy skip the line access to this nearly 2,000 year old amphitheater and learn about the spectacles and gladiatorial contests once held there. Stroll through its arches and corridors before heading to the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Explore Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood at night, when the temperatures drop and tourist crowds disperse. Visit bars to sample wines and cocktails; stop at restaurants to taste cured meats and pasta dishes; and venture through charming back streets with your guide. Tastings round out at about four wines and an aperitif cocktail.

Rome is beautiful at night, with its illuminated buildings and lively cafes. With this tour, you'll get to see the city under a new light, quite literally, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle. After exploring the city, sample a selection of local cheeses and cured meats paired with Italian wine.

Enjoy skip-the-line access at Rome's most famous monument with this private tour of the Colosseum that includes pickup from your centrally located hotel. Explore from the underground level of the Colosseum and the amphitheater to see where gladiators, prisoners, and wild animals waited to face their fate in the arena. Then, continue to the Roman Forum and via Sacra to see ruins of temples and palaces. Upgrade your tour to include hotel drop-off and a tour of Palatine Hill.

Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Vatican with this semi-private morning tour that includes an American-style breakfast inside the Vatican’s Courtyard. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire famous sights like the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.

Explore Rome’s top ancient sites both above and below ground with this small-group tour that includes access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground, Gladiator’s Gate, and arena floor. Zip past the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and delve into this iconic site with your guide before moving on to the Roman Forum to admire its spectacular ruins. End with a stroll on the Palatine Hill where Rome was founded.

Avoid Rome’s heavy traffic and explore the city on fun and convenient golf carts. This small-group tour stops at top attractions including the Colosseum, Appian Way, and Circus Maximus while making room for lesser-known sights such as the Terrazza del Gianicolo, a public terrace with stellar panoramic views. The top highlight is a roughly 45-minute tour of the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus with a Vatican guide or priest.

Skip the crowded coach tours and discover the highlights of the Eternal City from a Vespa sidecar. Each motorcycle and sidecar fits two people (plus driver), so you can settle back with a friend or loved one as you cruise by attractions from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain. Tours include live narration via convenient headphones for crucial context on each site, plus a traditional Roman breakfast of cappuccino and cornetto.

This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.

Being able to discover Rome aboard an electric tuk tuk will make you experience the thrill of being able to arrive directly near the main points of interest in the city of Rome and being able to admire them in all their beauty, without effort or problems. You will be comfortably seated on a reliable and fun vehicle. Your driver will always be able to advise you on the best and will help you to live an unforgettable experience of your holiday in Rome.

Rome among the Romans! Explore Rome aboard our Deluxe Golf Cart, we will travel through small alleys while we show you the most genuine parts of this breathtaking city, stopping in historical residences, characteristic squares, romantic fountains and courtyards of the sixth century away from the typical tourist itineraries but in the heart of city. Obviously our main objectives will be the well-known landmarks of Rome, but avoiding the chaotic Roman roads. During the 4 hours we will visit the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Roman Forum, the Ancient Opera House and to conclude the tour we will explore the Colosseum. Since we have already bought tickets in advance, you can avoid waiting in line and enjoy the symbol of Rome in all its glory. Some parts of the city that we will explore can only be reached on foot in order to have an additional opportunity to get off and shoot as many photos as you want. Now all you have to do is have fun and relax!

Maximize time spent in Rome with this Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica tour, complete with skip-the-line access. Choose between several start times and learn about the Vatican Museum’s history and art from an English-speaking guide. Wander through the Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel before continuing on to see the opulent St. Peter’s Basilica.