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Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver - from Your Hotel

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| Rome, Italy
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from $874.10 per group (up to 3)

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Colosseum
Spanish Steps
Piazza Venezia
Roman Forum
Trevi Fountain
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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This popular day tour of Rome is carefully designed to offer you the opportunity to explore and experience Rome’s most famous ancient monuments, incredible churches, famous piazzas, and the famous squares.

There is a lot of territory to cover in a single day in order to see so many of Rome’s most popular sites. To maximize sightseeing and minimize time lost walking and getting from one place to another, this chauffeured tour is an excellent choice for day tours of Rome.

Experience Rome in the comfort of your private deluxe vehicle as your English speaking Driver introduces you to Rome’s fascinating culture, history, delicious flavors, and hidden secrets that are here waiting for you to enjoy.

Your professional Driver will meet you up at your hotel lobby or place of accommodation at 8:00 AM, and you will be returned back to at approximately 4:30 PM.

REQUIRED INFO TO BOOK:
Hotel Name, Address in Rome

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees and Entry tickets
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your professional English speaking chauffeur will meet you up at your hotel lobby or place of accommodation at 8:00 AM

What To Expect

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Foro Romano

From the top of the Capitol Hill you have the vantage point view of the entire Roman Forum, a stunning portion of the Palatine Hill, and the Coliseum in the distance. This is also a very popular spot for amazing photographs and group photos, so make sure you have your cameras handy.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pantheon

The Pantheon, Rome's ancient temple once dedicated to all the Roman gods. In 6th century it became a church and burial place for Italy’s royalty like King Vittorio Emanuele II, King Umberto I and Queen Margherita, and notable artists like Raphael. NOTE that it is possible that the Pantheon might start charging admission tickets. There is no information made available yet.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Trevi

Tradition has it that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they will be assured a return to Rome, two coins will lead to a new romance and three will ensure a marriage. Nearly 3,000 Euros are thrown into the fountain daily and are collected at night. The money is used as charity to subsidize a supermarket for Rome's less fortunate.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spanish Steps

The name Spanish Steps earned its name after the Spanish Embassy that was permanently located there in 1647, and it was later transformed into the Spanish Embassy to the Holy See.Below the staircase is an early 1600’s Baroque fountain, “Fontanna della Barcaccio”, or “The Fountain of the Old Boat”, a type of shallow boat particularly used for carrying wine to the port of Ripetta.At the top of the elegant 18th century winding stairway is the French church of Trinità dei Monti.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Navona

As you enter this bustling plaza, a symphony of sights and sounds envelops you. The air crackles with the joyful chatter of locals and the melodies of street musicians, their tunes floating through the open space like whispers of a forgotten era. Laughter and animated conversations fill the air, painting a vivid tapestry of Roman life. Your gaze is immediately drawn to the centerpiece of the piazza, the majestic Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, the Fountain of the Four Rivers. Its sculpted figures, representing the great rivers of the world, stand proudly amidst cascading water, frozen in a moment of eternal motion. The sparkling spray catches the sunlight, casting a shimmering spell upon the entire square. Piazza Navona, a place where dreams intertwine with reality, beckons you to become part of its ever-evolving story.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Square

Enjoy a stroll through the spacious square that welcomes you with its enormous embracing colonnades. St Peter’s Square is located in front of St Peter’s Basilica. The vast elliptical square was designed by the famous Gian Lorenzo Bernini for the purpose of allowing the greatest number of spectators to see the Pope give his blessings. Surrounding the square like embracing arms are the classic 4-column deep Tuscan colonnades surmounted by 140 statues of saints. In the center of Saint Peter's Square is the 84-foot tall Egyptian obelisk dating back to 2500 BC in Heliopolis. The obelisk was brought to Rome by Emperor Caligula in 37 AD.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside The Walls

Saint Paul Outside the Walls, Basilica Papale San Paolo Fuori le Mura in Italian, is one of the major basilicas in Rome, Italy. It is one of the four papal basilicas and is considered one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the city. The basilica's majestic columns stand tall, reaching towards the heavens, as if offering a bridge between earth and divine realms. Carved reliefs, weathered by centuries, adorn the entrance, narrating tales of martyrdom and devotion, their intricate details a testament to the skilled hands of artisans long gone. Every corner of the basilica holds treasures to be discovered. Marble columns rise like sentinels, their smooth surfaces bearing witness to the touch of countless pilgrims who sought solace within these sacred walls. Portraits of popes, their wise and weathered visages, silently observe, reminding all of the unbroken bond between the papacy and the faithful. Mosaics, painstakingly crafted, depict scenes of celestial majesty.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver – from Your Hotel?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver – from Your Hotel?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English Speaking Professional Driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • Admission fees and Entry tickets.
  • Tour Guide / Walking Tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver - from Your Hotel is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Day Tour in Rome with Driver – from Your Hotel 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 2024
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Once 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.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English Speaking Professional Driver
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees and Entry tickets
  • Tour Guide / Walking Tour

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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