Best of Rome Highlights: Vatican Museums with Sixtine Chapel and Colosseum Tour in Small Group

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Descrição geral Begin your unforgettable day in Rome with a guided visit to the renowned Vatican Museums, home to centuries of artistic and religious treasures. This immersive tour also includes the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where you’ll stand beneath Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling and experience one of the most spiritually and artistically significant sites in the world. This exclusive journey through Vatican City, the world’s smallest independent state, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness masterpieces that have shaped Western culture.

After your exploration of the Vatican, the tour continues with a deep dive into the legacy of Ancient Rome. Walk in the footsteps of emperors as you visit the Colosseum, the largest ancient amphitheater ever built and a symbol of Roman engineering and entertainment. With expert commentary from your historian guide, you’ll gain unique insight into the gladiatorial games and public spectacles that once captivated thousands.

Next, explore the ruins of the Roman Forum, the political and commercial heart of ancient Rome. As you wander through its timeworn columns and sacred temples, you’ll relive the grandeur of the Roman Empire and discover the stories of those who shaped history.

The journey concludes at the Palatine Hill, the most central of Rome’s seven hills and the legendary birthplace of the city. From here, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Forum and the surrounding archaeological landscape—a perfect ending to a day filled with discovery, culture, and timeless beauty.

This expertly guided tour offers an enriching blend of Vatican wonders and Roman heritage, designed for travelers seeking a complete experience of Rome’s most iconic landmarks in one seamless itinerary. Whether it’s your first visit or a return to deepen your knowledge, this tour promises lasting impressions and a deeper appreciation of the Eternal City. Informação Adicional Clients are required to be at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Tours will start at the exact scheduled time. Please take this in consideration when arranging your travel schedule. No delays are tolerated and will not entitle you to any refund, not even a partial onePlease dress respectfully for the Sixtine Chapel: make sure your shoulders are covered, and avoid shorts that are too short. If needed, disposable ponchos are available for purchase at the entrance for just €1This tour runs rain or shineAll our tours have guaranteed departures, with no minimum of clients neededPlease always specify child age in booking request. Children/Teens under 18 MUST ALWAYS be accompanied by an adultWe do love pets, but for safety reasons and museums regulations, we regret to inform you that pets are not allowed on our tours, activities and cooking classesGuests with wheelchair accessibility needs will find difficulty with this group tour. In order to ensure a barrier-free tour with alternative routes, please book the private version of this tourPlease note that the itinerary inside the Vatican Museums may vary, depending on restrictions decided by the museum board. The guided tour will culminate at the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Your guide will provide you with directions on how to reach St. Peter's Square, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the best route to take, if you want to reach it on your own. The guide will not accompany you inside the Basilica, allowing you to spend additional time there at your own paceEntry to the Vatican Museums is based on strictly timed tickets. For this reason, late arrivals cannot be guaranteed accessAll visitors must have a photo ID for the security checkThe Vatican Museums imposes a mandatory dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered, otherwise you will not be able to enterFor security reasons, power banks are not permitted inside the Vatican Museums. Please leave them at the designated deposit area at the entrance, where they will be securely stored and available for collection at the conclusion of your tour Important Notice: Jubilee Year 2025 - As 2025 is the Jubilee Year, a period of major religious celebrations and events, tour schedules may be subject to changes beyond our control due to decisions by the Holy See and Jubilee initiatives. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding regarding any adjustments that may ariseIn light of recent events, please note that the Sistine Chapel will be closed to visitors starting Monday, April 28, 2025, in preparation for the Conclave. This closure will remain in effect until the conclusion of the papal election. All other areas of the Vatican Museums remain open to visitors, including the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Maps, and the Raphael RoomsShorts, big bags and liquid bottles will not be allowed inside the museumsThere is always a compulsory security check which may cause some delays in entering the ColosseumParticipants must have their physical ID card or a valid passportPlease note that the departure time of this tour is subjected to change, awaiting further information from the Colosseum managementPlease note that the itinerary of the tour may vary according to the day scheduling you may visit first the Colosseum than the Roman Forum or viceversaAPRIL to OCTOBER 24th: the duration of the combo is of 9 hours (including 2h30min break to move from Vatican to Colosseum on your own)Rest of the year: the duration of the combo is of 7 hours (including 1h15min break to move from Vatican to Colosseum on your own)COMBO Tours are 2 or more Single tours combined, with a special discounted price. Unless otherwise stated, at the end of each single tour participants are required to reach the meeting point autonomously for the following tour Inclui Licensed English speaking guideGuided tour at Vatican museumsSkip-the-line access tickets to the Vatican Museums and Sistine ChapelGuided walking tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum with Ticket EntrySmall Group up to 25 people Não Inclui Hotel pick-up and drop offTransportationColosseum Arena EntryTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther unspecified service Política de cancelamento Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided. Ponto de Encontro Between January and February the meeting points are:
- 7.45 am VATICAN MUSEUMS: Viale Vaticano 100 (meet our tour leader on top of the stairs next to Caffè Vaticano, find us holding a white sign and the provider's logo)
- and then COLOSSEUM 1.30 pm: meet our tour leader in front of the “Arco di Costantino”, looking at the Colosseum from the short side of the arch

Between March and December the meeting points are:
- 7.45 am VATICAN MUSEUMS: Viale Vaticano 100 (meet our tour leader on top of the stairs next to Caffè Vaticano, find us holding a white sign and the provider's logo)
- and then COLOSSEUM 3 pm / 1.30pm (from October 26 to December 31, 2025) -: TOURIST HUB & COOKING SCHOOL | ROME Via Quattro Novembre, 139 00187 Rome