1-Day Rome: Vatican & Colosseum Tour
Overview
Discover the very best of Rome in a single, full-day experience that brings together the city’s most iconic ancient and Renaissance landmarks. Begin your journey at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, where you’ll step back into the heart of Ancient Rome. Depending on the option selected, enjoy the convenience of a small-group tour with transportation or make your way independently to the meeting point as indicated on your voucher.
After the morning visit, enjoy free time for lunch at your own pace (not included), before continuing to the Vatican area in the afternoon. Explore the Vatican Museums, admire Michelangelo’s masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel, and conclude in St. Peter’s Square.
Please note that this itinerary is designed to cover a wide range of highlights in one day and follows a fast-paced schedule. It is ideal for travelers who want a comprehensive overview of Rome’s must-see attractions and are comfortable with a full and active day of sightseeing.
What's Included
- Visit inside all of the attractions
- Wireless Audio Headsets
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and Drinks
- Transportation
Meeting Location
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
What To Expect
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Parco di Colle Oppio
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Colosseum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Palatine Hill
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vatican Museums
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- If you have a pacemaker you will need to show a certificate, otherwise you will not be admitted without being screened
- The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Passport or valid ID is mandatory on the tour day.
- It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen during the summer
- Heightened security may cause delays
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Customers must adhere to the assigned guide throughout the tour. External guides cannot be added to the group after purchase.
- Appropriate attire is required for religious sites. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Archaeological areas involve walking on medium to hard surfaces
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the attraction
- Please note that the Vatican Museums are an active place of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.
- Access to the Vatican Museums is allowed only with the assigned guide. Guests who leave the group or skip this part of the tour will lose all tour services and tickets, with no refund.
- The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica are active religious sites. Access may be restricted, modified, or closed without notice due to religious events, papal audiences, maintenance, or special ceremonies, including during the Jubilee Year. These changes are beyond our control.
- If the Sistine Chapel is not accessible, no partial refund will be provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Visit inside all of the attractions.
- Wireless Audio Headsets.
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-speaking guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
- Food and Drinks.
- Transportation.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 1-Day Rome: Vatican & Colosseum Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- If you have a pacemaker you will need to show a certificate, otherwise you will not be admitted without being screened
- The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 1-Day Rome: Vatican & Colosseum Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Visit inside all of the attractions
- Wireless Audio Headsets
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and Drinks
- Transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- If you have a pacemaker you will need to show a certificate, otherwise you will not be admitted without being screened
- The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Passport or valid ID is mandatory on the tour day.
- It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen during the summer
- Heightened security may cause delays
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Customers must adhere to the assigned guide throughout the tour. External guides cannot be added to the group after purchase.
- Appropriate attire is required for religious sites. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Archaeological areas involve walking on medium to hard surfaces
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the attraction
- Please note that the Vatican Museums are an active place of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.
- Access to the Vatican Museums is allowed only with the assigned guide. Guests who leave the group or skip this part of the tour will lose all tour services and tickets, with no refund.
- The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica are active religious sites. Access may be restricted, modified, or closed without notice due to religious events, papal audiences, maintenance, or special ceremonies, including during the Jubilee Year. These changes are beyond our control.
- If the Sistine Chapel is not accessible, no partial refund will be provided.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
