
Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 171 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car worth booking?
Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car is a 7-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from €131 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 171 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (171)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- €131 per person
Sightsee in Rome with a private driver-guide for a hassle-free tour that’s tailored to you. The 7-hour experience includes visits to the Colosseum, Roman catacombs, Appian Way, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and more. Learn about each site and hear tales of the ancient Romans as you travel in air-conditioned comfort around the city. Lunch and entry to the Colosseum is at your own expense. IF YOU WANT TO ENTER THE COLOSSEUM PLEASE ADVISE AT THE MOMENT OF THE BOOKING, and, according to availability, we will send you a link to prepay for the tickets
What you get
About this experience
Sightsee in Rome with a private driver-guide for a hassle-free tour that’s tailored to you. The 7-hour experience includes visits to the Colosseum, Roman catacombs, Appian Way, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and more. Learn about each site and hear tales of the ancient Romans as you travel in air-conditioned comfort around the city. Lunch and entry to the Colosseum is at your own expense. IF YOU WANT TO ENTER THE COLOSSEUM PLEASE ADVISE AT THE MOMENT OF THE BOOKING, and, according to availability, we will send you a link to prepay for the tickets
What's included
Included
- Private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private driver-guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- TICKETS TO THE COLOSSEUM. Let us know at the moment of the booking for 25 euro per person
- Tickets to the Catacombs (10 euro pp to be paid on site)
What you'll see and do
Pantheon
You will enter the Pantheon after the historical explanations of your driver.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Spanish Steps
Visit the hottest shopping area of the city of Rome and walk and down the famous trandy steps
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Catacombe di San Callisto
Visit the burial place of the early Christians, escorted through the tunnels by a guide that works for the Catacombs. It is not mandatory, you can always discuss alternatives with your driver
60 minutes here · Admission included
Trevi Fountain
Toss the famos coin into the fountain wishing to come back
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rome Private Excursions
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 171 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
171 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Guides in Italy
We had very good tours. All of your guides/drivers were extremely professional, helpful, knowledgeable, and fun. It made our whole Rome experience wonderful. We had been to Rome 4 times previously and still we saw new things and learned so much! The winery we went to (Tenuta Casanova) was exceptional in every way. I would highly encourage you to use it as your primary wine destination (we were initially taken somewhere else, and it wasn’t quite as nice). Thank you for your exceptional service
via Tripadvisor
The perfect day in Rome
Well I asked Claud AI for recommendations on Rome tours and Rome Private Excursions was the top recommendation. I am so glad I chose them. I only had 24 hours in Rome and really wanted to see as much as possible. Max was WONDERFUL. He provided so much information on Rome's history as we went from site to site. I learned so much and got to see so much more (with historical context) than I possibly could have seen solo. Highly recommend this tour operator. Communication was strong, pickup was effortless, and itinerary was 100% flexible based on my needs.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour
We did 2 tours with these guys while in Italy. Guides were top notch and shared lots of information while driving We would definitely use your guys again next time we come to Italy Thanks again
via Tripadvisor
Exceptional and knowledgeable tour drivers
We had 2 cars as our group was 9 people. Both tour drivers were amazing Guides were top notch and shared lots of information while driving We would definitely use your guys again next time we come to Italy. They were so friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. They would get you so close to where you want to go. They prearranged all of the skip the line passes for our tours. Took all the work out of our hands and made it seamless. Thanks again
via Tripadvisor
The Tops in Europe travel experiences
We have used Rome Private excursions on multiple occasions for many of their offerings over the past 15 plus years. Having used them for transfers in Rome, transfers between Rome and Sorrento, many tours in and around Rome and tours in Florence and the Tuscan countryside, we can attest to the fact that they are a 5 plus star organization. We would highly recommend them for all types of group whether small or large, individual or family. We have had the fortune of meeting and having Luca as our guide on several occasions and have personally experienced not only his passion for sharing his travel expertise but also making sure all of his RPE guides have that same knowledge and passion. Having traveled to 30 plus countries in Europe, Rome Private Excursions is in a League of their own’.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €131 to €727
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 60
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rome Private Excursions, who run 20 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.3.
See everything Rome Private Excursions runsWhy this scores 85
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Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car cost?
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Prices start at €131 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 Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 171 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car?
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Around 60 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car 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 Pizza & Gelato Class with Wine by Cooking Italy, Rome [4in1] Pasta Making_Tiramisù_Wine Tasting_Secret Cellar, Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car?
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Included: Private vehicle; Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Private driver-guide. Not included: Food and drinks; Lunch; Gratuities; and TICKETS TO THE COLOSSEUM. Let us know at the moment of the booking for 25 euro per person. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 395 listed pickup locations in and around Rome. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Rome. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Tour: Ancient Rome by Car?
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Across 171 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, organization. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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