
Rome by Night Private Walking Tour
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5.0/5
Based on 203 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Rome by Night Private Walking Tour worth booking?
Rome by Night Private Walking Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $60 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 203 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 (203)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $60 per person
A panoramic tour that will provide an incredible introduction to the city, an overview of the history of Rome. Starting from the Colosseum, discover all the details about life in the Ancient Roman times. Walking by the
What you get
- Local guide
- Professional guide
About this experience
A panoramic tour that will provide an incredible introduction to the city, an overview of the history of Rome. Starting from the Colosseum, discover all the details about life in the Ancient Roman times. Walking by the Imperial Road, learn the history of the city including its legendary foundation. Enjoy the majesty of the Trajan Column, one of the most original symbols of Rome. Climb the Capitol Hill, with the square designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti, and take the chance to have a picture from the panoramic terrace in front of the Roman Forum, with the led lights creating a suggestive atmosphere. From there, move to the City Centre, passing by Argentine Square, the place of the murder of Julius Caesar, in order to admire the Pantheon, the ancient Temple of All Gods, and Navona Square, symbol of the Baroque style in Rome. All monuments will be visited from outside.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
Roman Forum
walking by the ruins of the Roman forum we will have the opportunity to understand the history of Rome, starting from the mythological foundation by romolous, to the fall of the Roman Empire. we will discover all those figures that made the history of rome grandious.
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Trajan's Forum
Many were the great emperors that made rome a great Empire, one of those is emperor Trajan, that enlarged the Roman empire conquering Romania. Here we will see his celebrating coloumn: the Trajan Coloumn.
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Piazza del Campidoglio
The best example of Renaissance architecture: Piazza del Campidoglio. Created by Michelangelo, we will walk in the square admiring the style and the decorations designed by the master. From here we will enjoy too and incredible view over the Roman Forum, that with the night lights, will look gorgeous.
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Area Sacra di Largo Argentina
Walking by this archeological area, we will discover the real place of the murder of Julius Caesar, the Roman hero. We will understand the reasons that made this man, one of the most famous figures of the ancient history.
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Pantheon
The best preserved building fo the ancient Rome: the Pantheon. thanks to this building we will learn about Roman engineering, architecture and religion.
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Piazza Navona
The example of the Baroque Roman style: Navona Square. Decorated by the best artists of those times, Bernini and Borromini, will give us the opportunity to talk about Art history, artists and life in rome, back in those times.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
In front of the Metro Station COLOSSEO, line B, ground floor
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Close to the square there are two taxi stations.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rome Guides
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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 203 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
203 verified traveler reviews for Rome by Night Private Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Vincenzo is wonderful!
Our tour guide was wonderful. His name is Vincenzo! He was knowledgeable and kept us engaged. Wonderful man! Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
YOU WILL REMEMBER THIS EXPERIENCE FOR LIFE
If I would have had the possibility to rate it 7 I would have done it. Last night was an extraordinary experience of a fascinating tour in the most beautiful city in the world. The endless passion and knowledge of Rome by Vincenzo captures you and keeps you awake for five entire hours. You get so well connected with the ancient city that you have the impression that Rome belongs to you and you belong to Rome during this time. It is not just a waking guided tour, but much more. History is intertwined with curiosities, past is connected with present (and future), buildings with people, bad with good, … a roller coaster of knowledge and feelings.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
It was an incredibly informative and entertaining tour! You get to know all the secrets that no history book tells you. Highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
A must do!
This was definitely one of our best experiences in Rome! You walk to different landmarks around Rome and learn so much history. It helped us appreciate our sightseeing so much more. We also saw things that we never would have known about if it weren't for the tour at night. Our guide was excellent!
via Tripadvisor
Vincenzo was excellent, made our time in Rome amazing
From the moment we emailed with Vincenzo he was excellent. His communication and flexibility were fantastic. We landed in Rome and hit the ground running. He was always high energy, upbeat, engaging for our entire family and made the tours memorable and fun. I can not recommend Vincenzo enough to anyone who is visiting Rome.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 71
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rome by Night Private Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Rome by Night Private Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Rome by Night Private Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Rome by Night Private Walking Tour 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 203 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 Rome by Night Private Walking Tour?
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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 Rome by Night Private Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rome by Night Private Walking Tour?
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Around 71 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rome by Night Private Walking 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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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.
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