Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour
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Is Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour worth booking?
Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour is a 8-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $138 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 1,159 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (1,159)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $138 per person
Experience Rome's top attractions—the Vatican and the Colosseum—on this full-day guided tour. With an expert guide, enjoy exclusive, reserved entry to the Vatican Museums and explore its magnificent artistic treasures, i
What you get
About this experience
Experience Rome's top attractions—the Vatican and the Colosseum—on this full-day guided tour. With an expert guide, enjoy exclusive, reserved entry to the Vatican Museums and explore its magnificent artistic treasures, including Michelangelo’s extraordinary frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. After some free time for lunch (at your own expense), continue to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Take a guided tour of the stunning amphitheater and explore the evocative ruins of the Forum.
What's included
Included
- Guided Tours of Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Vatican Museums, St Peter's Basilica
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Audio headset so you can always hear your guide at the Colosseum & Vatican
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transfers between the two tours
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Meet your English speaking expert guide for a tour of the historical heart of Ancient Rome. Dominating the center of the Eternal City, this ancient arena puts modern stadiums to shame. As you stroll through the vast walls of the Colosseum your guide will recount the gruesome spectacles, battles, and politics that played out here.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
The heart of the Roman Republic that inspired many modern democracies. The Roman Forum was once home to a bustling marketplace and was viewed as the pinnacle of the city.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Palatine Hill
Then your tour continues to the Palatine Hill, where Rome originated in a battle between two brothers. You’ll be taken from the origin of ancient Rome to its hub. In the continued company of our expert guides, you'll traverse the slopes of Palatine Hill, listening to tales of myth and history that echo through the ages. No other tour takes you so close to so much of the history, significance, and fabulous riches of Rome.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Vatican City
After your Vatican tour, enjoy some free time to sample authentic Italian cuisine (at your own expense) before crossing the border from Vatican City back into Rome for the second part of your tour.
120 minutes here
Vatican Museums
With your friendly guide, enter the ornate Vatican Museums through an exclusive partner entrance. Unlike the more than 200 tour operators offering standard entry, we provide you with special access through this Partner Entrance. This allows you to start your visit promptly, saving up to four hours during peak season and giving you more time to explore the beauty of the Museums.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Sistine Chapel
Once inside, you and your small group will enjoy all the highlights of the Vatican with an expert guide by your side. The tour takes in a treasure trove of artistic wonders, from masterworks such as Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescos and La Pietà in St. Peter’s Basilica to the precious relics, paintings, and tapestries adorning the museums’ gilded galleries. Throughout the tour, your expert, English-speaking guide will share fascinating insights only a local could know.
20 minutes here · Admission included
St. Peter's Basilica
After your Sistine Chapel visit, continue with your guide to St Peter’s Basilica to explore the symbolic heart of the Catholic church. Learn about its history and see more Vatican art including Michelangelo’s La Pietà, which was sculpted when the maestro was only 24 years old. Gaze at the baldachino by Bernini, and then say goodbye to your guide in St Peter’s Square. Keep in mind that St Peter's Basilica and St Peter's Square might be unavailable on Wednesdays due to the weekly Papal Audience. As an alternative, you'll be offered an extended itinerary within the Vatican Museums.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Colosseum Tour AM- meet at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Vatican Tour PM- meet at Via Tunisi, 4 - 00192 Roma. At the bottom of the steps across the street from the Entrance of Vatican Museums. *More info under the 'Before you go' section
Meeting point
Rome
Vatican Tour AM- meet at Via Tunisi, 4 - 00192 Roma. At the bottom of the steps across the street from the Entrance of Vatican Museums. Colosseum Tour PM- meet at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". *More info under the 'Before you go' section
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Colosseum Tour AM- meet at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Vatican Tour PM- meet at Via Tunisi, 4 - 00192 Roma. At the bottom of the steps across the street from the Entrance of Vatican Museums. *More info under the 'Before you go' section
Ends at
Vatican Tour AM- meet at Via Tunisi, 4 - 00192 Roma. At the bottom of the steps across the street from the Entrance of Vatican Museums. Colosseum Tour PM- meet at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". *More info under the 'Before you go' section
Options you can book
Full Day Colosseum & Vatican
Visit the Colosseum in the morning followed by Vatican Museums in the afternoon. Starting point: Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Full Day Vatican & Colosseum
Visit the Vatican Museums in the morning followed by the Colosseum in the afternoon. Starting point: Via Tunisi, 4, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Wonders Ltd
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum & St Peter's Basilica. If we do not receive the full customers names, we will cancel the booking. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
- Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum & St Peter's Basilica
- Please note there will be approximately 2-4 hours free time between the two tours, depending on the selected time. You have to make your own way from your morning tour to the afternoon tour. There is plenty of time to travel either by taxi or metro.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,159 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
1,159 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful
Leo was amazing well know and very kind
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour
Both Lorenzo from Vatican and Maria Luisa from colosseum tour were entertaining and informative. Great tours. They found shade in very hot day.
via Tripadvisor
Got lost many times
These were great tours. The only issue I had was on one of our tours the lady did not use the flag so we were constantly getting lost and trying to find her. This really took away from the expirience. Also it was windy and hard to hear her.
via Viator
Do NOT book with City Wonders
We booked the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum with the full day experience. We did not set foot on The Roman Forum at all . Plus, the scheduling on our tickets was wrong and we wasted a significant amount of time at the beginning of the tour. When I contacted the company, they have basically called me a liar and denied our partial refund. The guide spent more time in a book than actually showing sites. It was extremely disappointing and I would strongly recommend not booking through City Wonders at all! Additionally, once I filed a complaint with Viator, they blocked me from leaving a review.
Response from the operator: Hi susanlN9466KQ, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We understand your frustration regarding the delay at the start of the tour and your concerns about the itinerary. The tour sometimes operates in reverse with Forum and Palatine Hill first, followed by the Colosseum visit. The Roman Forum is included in this experience, so we're sorry that you felt this part of the tour was missed. We also regret that the guiding style was not what you had hoped for. Regarding your refund request, our team reviews all cases based on the information and reports available to ensure a fair outcome, and we're sorry that the resolution was disappointing to you.
via Tripadvisor
Oldies, but Goodies
Ursus loves his Roman history, and we loved being on his tour so we could try to appreciate it as much as he did. It was a HOT afternoon, and we covered a lot of territory (Palatine Hill, Forum, and Colosseum) in just under 3 hours. I felt bad for Ursus when several people left the tour early. Even though it was hot, I still find that disrespectful. Ursus kept the group together and on-task despite the crowds and the lack of shade. Our group learned a lot and were in awe of what the Romans built (and destroyed). Not only beautiful, but fascinating!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $138 to $298
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 406
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $138 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 1,159 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour?
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Around 406 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day: Colosseum, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Guided Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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