Rome Tour with Drive Guide in Rome
Rome, Italy

Rome Tour with Drive Guide

Outty Ranking 59 4.8 · 5 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $190

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Is Rome Tour with Drive Guide worth booking?

Rome Tour with Drive Guide is a 8-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $190 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (5)
Duration
8 hours
From
$190 per person

Full day (8 hours)including transfer Official licensed Driver Guide. Pick up you and to lead thorought the day in Rome.. First step colosseum Where you have possibility to visite inside (ticket not included). OUR GU

What you get

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

About this experience

Full day (8 hours)including transfer Official licensed Driver Guide. Pick up you and to lead thorought the day in Rome.. First step colosseum Where you have possibility to visite inside (ticket not included). OUR GUIDE DRIVER OPERATES INSIDE THE VEHICLE GIVING YOU HISTORICAL AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE CITY'S HISTORICAL PLACES, GIVING YOU THE FREEDOM TO BE ABLE TO ENTER THE VARIOUS HISTORICAL SITES OF THE CITY FREELY, THE CONTRIBUTION IS OF A SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OF ROME.

What's included

Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Circo Massimo

    The Circus Maximus was a chariot racetrack in Rome first constructed in the 6th century BCE. The Circus was also used for other public events such as the Roman Games and gladiator fights and was last used for chariot races in the 6th century CE

    20 minutes here

  2. Complex of the Victorian Ala Brasini

    The Vittoriano, formal name Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II (Monument to Victor Emmanuel II ), also called Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland ), is a monument built in Rome, Italy, between 1895 and 1927, in honour of Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of a unified Italy. It is located in Piazza Venezia.--

    30 minutes here

  3. Trajan's Forum

    This forum was built on the order of the emperor Trajan with the spoils of war from the conquest of Dacia, which ended in 106.[1] The Fasti Ostienses state that the Forum was inaugurated in 112, while Trajan's Column was erected and then inaugurated in 113.

    30 minutes here

  4. Trevi Fountain

    The Trevi Fountain (Italian: Fontana di Trevi) is a fountain in the Trevi district in Rome, Italy, designed by Italian architectNicola Salvi and completed by Giuseppe Pannini and several others. Standing 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide,[1] it is the largest Baroquefountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain has appeared in several notable films, including Roman Holiday, Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita, the eponymous Three Coins in the Fountain, The Lizzie McGuire Movie, and Sabrina Goes to Rome.[2] --

    30 minutes here

  5. Spanish Steps

    Piazza di Spagna, at the bottom of the Spanish Steps, is one of the most famous squares in Rome (Italy). It owes its name to the Palazzo di Spagna, seat of the Embassy of Spain to the Holy See. Nearby is the famed Column of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Maria.

    25 minutes here

  6. Piazza Navona

    Piazza Navona (pronounced [ˈpjattsa naˈvoːna]) is a public space/plaza in Rome, Italy. It is built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian, built in the 1st century AD, and follows the form of the open space of the stadium.[1] The ancient Romans went there to watch the agones ("games"), and hence it was known as "Circus Agonalis" ("competition arena"). It is believed that over time the name changed to in avone to navone and eventually to navona.--

    20 minutes here

  7. Pantheon

    The Pantheon (meaning "Temple of all the gods") is a building in Rome. It was originally built as a temple to the gods of Ancient Rome, and rebuilt about 126 AD during Hadrian's reign. Today, it is not known what gods were included. The Pantheon is the best preserved of all Roman buildings

    20 minutes here

  8. St. Peter's Square

    Saint Peter's Basilica, the world's largest church, is the center of Christianity. The imposing structure was built over a span of more than one hundred years by the greatest Italian architects of the era. The church is built on Vatican Hill, across the Tiber river from the historic center of Rome.

    30 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Options you can book

  • Rome tour with driver guide

    From Civitavecchia Pickup included

  • Shore excursions from port of Civitavecchia with Drive Guide

    Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
pt, en, it, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 8 travelers per booking
Operated by
Carratonitours

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

5 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

2 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Organization

2 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Food and drink

2 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Small groups

2 mentions

The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

Photo opportunities

1 mention

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Traveler reviews

5 verified traveler reviews for Rome Tour with Drive Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Patricia_N · July 2025

Rome with Michelangelo!

Our driver, Michelangelo, was amazing! He had a wonderful sense of humor and was very personable. He always dropped us off close to the sights. He took great care of us, and made excellent recommendations for lunch and for what to see in Rome. He made it so fun for our young girls (he even played special music for them). We would highly recommend him!

Response from the operator: Thank you very much !! We are happy when you are happy!!!!

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CSun210 · June 2022

You will see it all!

We had a cruise stop in Rome and because it was my first time there, and I have been fascinated by ancient civilizations since I was a girl, I wanted to see everything I could in the very limited time I had. Luckily, Mauricio and his Mercedes made it happen. No one can believe the amount of things we packed into a 7-hour visit. And, these weren’t just drive-bys. We went into 2 churches, walked around the Coliseum and inside the walls of the Vatican, climbed the Spanish steps, threw a coin (sweet Mauricio gave us each one since we had only bills!) into Trevi Fountain, had a cappuccino at a sidewalk cafe, and stopped for pictures at almost every place we saw. We didn’t do anything that required reservations or extra cost, we just went for a ride with Mauricio and with his expert guidance, we covered enough of Rome to feel like we spent two days there! What an amazing city!! Mauricio is very professional, knowledgeable (born in Rome so he knows the history and the shortcuts!), and he offers an incredible value because he covers so much ground, yet you never feel rushed. Also, like the best guides, he takes you to a local restaurant where someone speaks English and gets you seated and taken care of. 100% will call him again when I’m next in Rome, because believe me, I will return!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much! it is a pleasure to make you happy! Grazie!!!

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meidykelly · December 2018

The Best Driver Guide You Could Find !!

Two words to describe Mr. Mauricio from Carratoni Tours - EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE !! :) We went on a 7- Day Western Mediterranean Cruise with NCL to celebrate our dad's 70th birthday at the end of October and there were 14 of us (10 adults, 4 kids). Since there are so many of us, we were contemplating whether we should book the Excursion from the ship (to make sure that we won't be late and left behind) or if we should use some other companies where they offer excursions in private/ smaller group. A family friend told use about Carratoni Tours and they were very happy with the service, so we decided to give it a try... We booked 2 vans (7 people for each car). Booking was super easy (you can do through email or whatsapp) and Mrs Yamamoto was very helpful and always replied to any questions that we have quickly. They also could provide us with booster seats for the smaller kids! We booked our shore excursions from Port Livorno, Civitavecchia and Naples. Sadly the day before we arrived at Naples we had a very bad weather that has caused the ship to skip that port completely. I was able to reach Mrs Yamamoto online and cancel the tour for that port at the last minute with no problem! And since we arrived at the next port (Civitavecchia) a day early, I was also able to book an extra day tour with them! Whether you know where you want to go or even if you don't, Mr Mauricio will arrange everything for you! There is no special Tour Guide (if you need one in some places, let them know and they can help!) but he is the best driver guide you could ask for with lots of knowledge and information! He will give you recommendations to places to go, great restaurants to eat and will make sure you have the best day every single time! You were picked up right at the Port ( he always arrives on time/ early!) and we didn't have to wait in a long line up with the rest of the excursion people from the cruise. Definitely felt like a VIP! The Mercedes Van was new, clean and very comfortable. But most of all, the customer service Mr Mauricio provided to us was above and beyond. On our last day he even surprised the kids with some loot bags which made them very happy! Thank you Mr Mauricio Carratoni for the exceptional service you provided, we couldn't have asked for a better person! If you are thinking about using Carratoni Tours, think no more and BOOK NOW! I highly recommend them and you won't be disappointed! :)

Response from the operator: Thank you very much and I hope you will return a greeting soon!

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John B · October 2018

Great Day, but carefully check opening times

Driver picked us up promptly on the shore next to our Cruise Ship. Timed entry to the Vatican Museum (9:30 am) and Colesso (2:30 pm) we prebooked by the tour company. Upon arrival in Rome discovered that St. Peter’s is closed every Wednesday morning for the Papal audience. Meant we did not get to enter St, Peter’s. Would have thought an experienced tour company would have known this and arranged the tour to the Vatican/St. Peter’s area in the afternoon to avoid this disappointment. Some confusion with driver about meeting point, but were able to get into the Colesso late anyway. Do your own homework before you book, don’t rely on the tour company. Private tour is the way to go! More flexibility, see more (don’t have to wait while 40 others disembark from and reboard the tour bus. If there are four of you, it will be far less per person than the excursions offered by the cruise line.

Response from the operator: Hello Thank you very for your message. In the future as well we would like to respond to customers requests on a flexible and organized more. Thanks again Mauricio Carratoni Carratonitours

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Ari N · July 2018

Rome wasn't built in a day, but this...

<p>Rome wasn't built in a day, but this tour showed us that Rome can be SEEN in a day! We're still raving about it and our driver/guide, Mauricio days after. 5 stars isn't enough as this was worth so much more. Mauricio picked us up at the port right on time and was easy to find. After a drive to Rome learning all about what was in store, he zipped us around and about Rome all day long. He picked an amazing place for lunch and had a prime table already reserved. He dropped us off closer than any other car could get to the sites. Top notch in every way, and Mauricio is a MUST request as your guide.</p>

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$190 to $800
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 59

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
Review evidence (18% weight)24
Booking momentum (14% weight)17
Value for money (12% weight)73
Listing quality (10% weight)82
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Rome Tour with Drive Guide: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.

How much does Rome Tour with Drive Guide cost?

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Prices start at $190 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 Tour with Drive Guide 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 Rome Tour with Drive Guide worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 5 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 Tour with Drive Guide?

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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 Tour with Drive Guide 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 Rome Tour with Drive Guide?

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Around 2 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 Rome Tour with Drive Guide 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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