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Rome Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour 6 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 4.8 out of 10

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  • Rome, Italy
  • 6 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Vatican, Colosseum and ancient landmarks on two guided Rome tours in one day, with a small group capped at 18.

About this tour

Spend a full day among Rome’s defining landmarks, from the Vatican’s remarkable art to the ancient heart of the city. This Rome Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour pairs two guided walks, with time between the morning and afternoon visits to make your own way across town.

Begin with a 3.5-hour Vatican tour through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, with a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica when open. In the afternoon, join a 3.5-hour Colosseum and Roman Forum walking tour. Along the way, your guide brings the city’s history into focus as you visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Headsets are provided when needed, and the group is limited to 18 for a more personal experience. Entrance fees for the Vatican Museums, Colosseum and Roman Forum are included.

The Rome Vatican, Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour makes it easy to see many of the city’s essential sights in one day. Bring matching photo identification, arrive early for the afternoon meeting point, and get ready to experience Rome from antiquity to the Renaissance.

Highlights

  • Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica with a guide
  • See the Colosseum and Roman Forum on an afternoon walking tour
  • Admire Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona
  • Cover Rome’s major sights in two guided tours in one day
  • Enjoy personal attention in a small group of up to 18

What's included

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Headsets when needed
  • Entrance fees for the Vatican Museums, Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Complimentary admission for children 5 and younger

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport between the Vatican tour and the Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour

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Important information

  • Provide the full names of all travelers when booking; missing names on the voucher may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Each traveler must bring a valid passport or ID matching the name provided at booking
  • The second tour meets outside Colosseo metro station, upper level, in front of Caffè Roma at Via del Colosseo 31
  • The afternoon tour starts at 1:45 p.m.; arrive 15 minutes early and look for a tour leader holding a Rome Your Way sign
  • St. Peter’s Basilica may be closed on Wednesday mornings for the weekly Papal Audience
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness; service animals are allowed

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The combined tour lasts 390 minutes, or 6 hours and 30 minutes.

What sights are included?

The itinerary covers the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, Pantheon and Piazza Navona.

What is the group size?

The small-group tour is limited to 18 people.

Where does the afternoon tour meet?

Meet outside the Colosseo metro station on the upper level, in front of Caffè Roma at Via del Colosseo 31. Arrive 15 minutes before the 1:45 p.m. start.

What identification is required?

Each traveler must bring a valid passport or ID that matches the name provided at booking. The voucher must list every traveler’s full name.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.31 from 59 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Rome
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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 4.8.

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