Top Rome Historical Tours - page 3

Spend your time in the exhibits, not waiting in long lines, with skip-the-line entrance tickets for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Gain entrance quickly so that you can view Michelangelo's masterpieces on this self-guided tour. Explore the sprawling complex at your own pace and see masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Da Vinci.

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.

Visit the Colosseum with priority access so you don't have to waste time in the typically long ticket line. Once inside, see the floor of the amphitheater where the gladiators once fought, learn about the construction, and hear stories about life in Ancient Rome from a guide. Booking this tour means you don't have to worry about getting around this large and crowded site independently.

Experience an insider’s view of the Vatican Museums on this 3.5-hour, small-group tour. First, skip the line at the Vatican Museums’ entrance, and head in to explore its main exhibits. Your guide tells you little-known facts along the way that many other tour guide don’t know. Visit the Hall of Maps, the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Sistine Chapel. Plus afterward, skip the lines at St. Peter’s Basilica, too.

The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are two landmarks rarely left off any Rome itinerary, but visitors can spend more time queuing outside than exploring inside. This private tour offers pickup from your centrally-located hotel and skip-the-line access to both—and upgrades for hotel drop-off and access to the Arena Floor.

Check off two UNESCO-listed wonders on this full-day tour from Rome—the mighty ruins of Pompeii and the idyllic Amalfi Coast. First, discover the relics of one of ancient Rome’s most important cities as you walk around Pompeii and stand in awe before the world’s oldest surviving Roman amphitheater. Then, soak up the scenery along the Amalfi Coast and stop for lunch (own expense) in the picturesque fishing village of Positano. This small-group tour is limited to 18 people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Visit the historic vacation homes of the Roman elite on a Rome to Tivoli day trip. The full-day guided excursion includes tours of Tivoli’s two UNESCO-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens.

Discover the best of the Vatican on this comprehensive small-group tour. Avoid the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and make the most of your time in the sacred city-state. Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel over three hours and listen to informative commentary from your guide. See masterpieces from Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, and more as you tour the complex with a maximum of 20 guests.

Explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your leisure and avoid the long lines with this skip-the-line admission ticket. Spend more time admiring the world-famous art as you are escorted inside through a dedicated no-wait Vatican Partner entrance. Once inside, independently explore galleries like Raphael’s Rooms and, of course, the Sistine Chapel with its iconic frescoes by Michelangelo.

Get your bearings in the Eternal City and see the top sights in just a few hours with this highlights walking tour. Set off with your guide from just outside the Roman Forum and stroll into the heart of Rome's 'centro storico' to marvel at landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Trajan's Baths. Learn about the city's history and architecture from your guide before ending in magnificent Piazza Navona.

This small-group walking tour stands out by vising the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola, a lesser-known church just steps from the Pantheon noted for its painted ceilings. Start at Trajan's Market—home of the Museum of the Imperial Forum—and continue to the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and other top sights. Your guide ensures there’s enough time for photo stops and throwing a coin in the Trevi Fountain.

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.

The Vatican is widely considered among Rome’s (and Italy's) top attractions, but the long queues can make visiting a challenge. On this guided tour, save valuable sightseeing time with skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. That should leave you with peace of mind and more time for exploring three of Rome's most fascinating attractions.

Take advantage of the cooler temperatures and fewer crowds after sunset and stretch your sightseeing hours into the night with this evening walking tour of Rome. Admire landmarks like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vittoriano dramatically lit and stroll through the trendy Monti neighborhood, one of the oldest in the city. Listen to dark tales from Rome’s long history and discover a secret scenic spot known only to locals.

Bypass the long lines and get fast-track entry to the Colosseum during this tour of the millennia-old Roman landmark. Listen to stories of Rome's ancient gladiatorial battles, then move on to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for additional guided visits. Audio headsets are provided so you can move freely while listening to live commentary.

To dig deep into the history and art of St Peter’s Basilica, explore the church on a walking tour with a Vatican guide. From St Peter’s Square, walk to the basilica. Inside, listen to stories about the popes, pilgrims and Renaissance art masters who have left their marks on this iconic Catholic site, whose Michelangelo-designed dome dominates the Rome skyline.

Discover the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a walking tour of Ancient Rome. With your guide and group, you’ll visit the historic amphitheater with a skip-the-line ticket to bypass the long general entrance line. Learn about the gladiatorial battles that took place inside the arena, then head outside for a walk around Palatine Hill and the ruins of the Roman Forum.

Save time, and head straight to the Vatican’s most popular sights and attractions, on this seamless and speedy tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times, and meet your guide. With skip-the-line tickets, you’ll beat the crowds and head straight into the Vatican Museums. Discover the Sistine Chapel at your own pace, and follow your guide directly to the museums’ other highlights.

Few places in the world will wow you like the lost city of Pompeii. It’s on just about every traveller’s bucket list, yet getting there has its complications. We’ve removed all the logistic stress of touring Pompeii from Rome by high speed train with this all-inclusive, value-packed day trip so that you can leave the details to us and enjoy the trip of a lifetime. After a fully guided skip-the-line tour to Pompeii, enjoy a wine tasting and farm-to-table lunch at a nearby vineyard on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius before heading back to Rome.

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.

Check off Rome’s ancient treasures in just hours with this skip-the-line tour that includes access to the restricted arena floor. Stand where gladiators once battled and learn about the history and design of history’s greatest amphitheater, plus explore the tiers of seats before moving on to the Forum. Admire the ruins of temples and squares dating from the height of the Roman Empire and pause to snap photos from above.

As the capital of Italy, Rome is a big and bustling place and its sights are spread out. On a private tour by golf cart, you’ll zip around the streets with ease to take in the ancient sights and attractions in less time. Decide which landmarks you want to check off, then set off on your tour to enjoy the sights as your driver handles the logistics.

Don’t just stop at the well-known attractions of Rome, check out the Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus, too. These time-honored sites are rich in history and offer a glimpse into how the Ancient Romans spent their free time. You’ll explore with a guide, hearing tales of bathing and chariot races, and finding photo spots that many visitors to the city miss.