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Rome Private Guided Tour 3 hr
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- Rome, Italy
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore the Vatican’s art or ancient Rome’s landmarks on a private 3-hour guided tour with tickets and a licensed local guide.
About this tour
Choose a private guided tour that brings Rome’s celebrated landmarks and stories into focus. Each option lasts three hours and pairs you with a licensed local guide for an intimate visit.
On the Vatican route, explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, with entry to St. Peter’s Basilica included when it is accessible. Your guide helps you navigate the vast collections and understand the history behind the art. On the Colosseum route, walk through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill as stories of ancient Rome’s power and drama unfold. Tickets are included for the selected option.
Rome Private Guided Tour experiences require advance planning: provide each traveler’s full name at booking and bring matching identification. For the Vatican route, dress with knees and shoulders covered. St. Peter’s Basilica may be unavailable on Wednesday mornings or close without notice; in that case, the visit focuses on the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Arrive promptly at the meeting point, since late arrivals cannot be accommodated. Choose the route that suits your interests and discover Rome with a dedicated guide.
Highlights
- Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with a private guide
- Walk through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on the Colosseum option
- Hear stories of the art, history, and drama behind Rome’s landmark sites
- Enjoy an intimate tour led by a licensed local guide
What's included
Included
- Private 3-hour guided tour of the selected option
- Licensed expert local guide
- Vatican option: entrance ticket to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
- Colosseum option: Colosseum entrance ticket and reservation fee
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips
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Important information
- Provide each traveler’s full name when booking; names on tickets must match a valid passport or ID
- Bring valid identification matching the name provided at booking for entry
- Arrive at the meeting point a few minutes early; late arrivals cannot be accommodated and are not refunded
- Entry times may change based on ticket availability; the provider will advise you of changes
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- Vatican option: cover knees and shoulders; shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed
- St. Peter’s Basilica may be unavailable on Wednesday mornings or close without notice; the tour will then focus on the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Wheelchairs, guests requiring special assistance, strollers, and baby carriages cannot be accommodated
- Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks
- Colosseum meeting point: Via del Colosseo 31, upstairs terrace in front of the Colosseum, by Caffè Roma
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
Each private tour option lasts 3 hours.
Which sites can I visit?
Choose the Vatican option for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, or the Colosseum option for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
What identification do I need?
Each traveler must bring a valid passport or ID matching the full name provided at booking.
What should I wear for the Vatican tour?
Cover your knees and shoulders. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed.
Where is the Colosseum tour meeting point?
Meet at Via del Colosseo 31, on the upstairs terrace in front of the Colosseum, by Caffè Roma.
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