Rome in a Day:Vatican, Sistine Chapel Colosseum & Historic Center
Overview
This tour combines your must-do Rome experiences into one full day. Delve into the very essence of Roman history, culture, art, and architecture on this incredible walking tour, which introduces visitors to Rome’s best-known sights. Visit the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and the historic center of ancient Rome. Skip-the-line into the Museums and the Sistine Chapel, all in the company of an expert local guide.
What's Included
- Gallery of Maps
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Trevi Fountain
- View of The Roman Forum
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Pantheon (exterior)
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Piazza Navona
- Small group of 18 guests maximum
- The Sistine Chapel - fully guided
- Fully Guided Tour Inside The Colosseum
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
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Vatican City
What To Expect
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Piazza Navona
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pantheon
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fontana di Trevi
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Venezia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Largo Corrado Ricci
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Colosseum
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Roman Forum (pass by)
Vatican City
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Sphere within a Sphere (pass by)
Sistine Chapel
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Please note that this is a walking tour with a quick bus transfer from Central Rome to the Vatican.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
- The sites are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Due to the religious nature of the Vatican Museums, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Vatican.
- Walks is an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
Filter by:
- Gallery of Maps.
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
- Trevi Fountain.
- View of The Roman Forum.
- Transportation to Vatican Museums.
- Pantheon (exterior).
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums.
- Piazza Navona.
- Small group of 18 guests maximum.
- The Sistine Chapel - fully guided.
- Fully Guided Tour Inside The Colosseum.
- Local English-speaking guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
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 Rome in a Day:Vatican, Sistine Chapel Colosseum & Historic Center is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Rome in a Day:Vatican, Sistine Chapel Colosseum & Historic Center 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
- Gallery of Maps
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Trevi Fountain
- View of The Roman Forum
- Transportation to Vatican Museums
- Pantheon (exterior)
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Piazza Navona
- Small group of 18 guests maximum
- The Sistine Chapel - fully guided
- Fully Guided Tour Inside The Colosseum
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Please note that this is a walking tour with a quick bus transfer from Central Rome to the Vatican.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
- The sites are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Due to the religious nature of the Vatican Museums, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. You can bring extra covering (scarves, etc) to put on just before entering the Vatican.
- Walks is an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
