See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local
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See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local is a 4-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from €490 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 43 / 100
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- Duration
- 4 hours
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- €490 per person
Visit 20 Best Highlights of Rome in one Memorable Experience with your Friendly Tour Driver, and see aspects of Ancient, Monumental and Baroque Rome, St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. For Lunch break you can reserve the restaurant in Rome directly or let us choose some of our favourites for you! Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation. Full-day or Half-day option available. You will see the magnificent views of: • Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps • Colosseum • Arch of Constantine, Roman Forum, Colonna Traiana, Circus Maximus, Palatine Hill, Temple of Hercules Victor, Temple of Portunus, Marcello's Theater, Capitoline Hill • Venice Square, Navona Square, Campo de Fiori Square, Farnese Square • St. Peter’s Basilica Square, St. Angel's Castle • Gianicolo Hill with the view of Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Tour Experience, operated only with Expert Professional English-Speaking Tour Drivers
What you get
About this experience
Visit 20 Best Highlights of Rome in one Memorable Experience with your Friendly Tour Driver, and see aspects of Ancient, Monumental and Baroque Rome, St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. For Lunch break you can reserve the restaurant in Rome directly or let us choose some of our favourites for you! Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation. Full-day or Half-day option available. You will see the magnificent views of: • Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps • Colosseum • Arch of Constantine, Roman Forum, Colonna Traiana, Circus Maximus, Palatine Hill, Temple of Hercules Victor, Temple of Portunus, Marcello's Theater, Capitoline Hill • Venice Square, Navona Square, Campo de Fiori Square, Farnese Square • St. Peter’s Basilica Square, St. Angel's Castle • Gianicolo Hill with the view of Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Tour Experience, operated only with Expert Professional English-Speaking Tour Drivers
What's included
Included
- Your accommodation pickup and dropoff
- English commentary on board
- Air-conditioned, licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Tour Driver
- Private Tour for an Intimate Experience
Not included
- Lunch
- Tour Guide, Entry Tickets
- Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
What you'll see and do
Pantheon
The Pantheon ("Temple of All the Gods") is a former Roman temple, now a church, in Rome, on the site of an earlier temple commissioned by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus (27 BC – 14 AD). ***Free Time for a Gelato or a typical Italian Espresso Coffe***
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Trevi Fountain
Trevi Fountain standing 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide, it is the largest Baroque fountain 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".
30 minutes here
Spanish Steps
The Spanish Steps are a set of steps dating from 1723, climbing a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna (one of the most famous squares in Rome) and the top dominated by Trinita dei Monti Church.
30 minutes here
Colosseum
Is there a more famous Italian monument in the world? Is there anybody that hasn’t heard of it? Its history, its spaces, the atmosphere and emotions it stirs in all those that visit it are the very symbol and essence of this city and its great past. (from outside).
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Arch of Constantine
The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal Ancient Roman arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill
Pass by without stopping
Roman Forum
For centuries the Forum was the center of day-to-day life in Ancient Rome
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Colonna Traiana
Trajan's Column is a Roman triumphal column, located in north sided of the Roman Forum, that commemorates Roman Emperor Trajan's victory in the Dacian Wars. Completed in AD 113, the freestanding column is most famous for its spiral bas relief, which depicts the wars between the Romans and Dacians
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Circo Massimo
The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue.
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Palatine Hill
The Palatine Hill, which relative to the seven hills of Rome is the centremost, is one of the most ancient parts of the city; it has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire".
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The Temple of Hercules Victor, dating from the later 2nd century BC, is a Roman temple, the former Forum Boarium, in Rome, Italy. It is a tholos, a round temple of Greek 'peripteral' design completely surrounded by a colonnade.
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The Temple of Portunus is an ancient Roman temple located beside the Forum Boarium, the Roman cattle market associated with Hercules, which was adjacent to Rome's oldest river port. It was probably dedicated to the gateway god Portunus. The temple is one of the best preserved of all Roman temples.
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Teatro di Marcello
The Theatre of Marcellus is an ancient open-air theatre built in the closing years of the Roman Republic (17 BC). At the theatre, locals and visitors alike were able to watch performances of drama and song.
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The Capitolium or Capitoline Hill is one of the Seven Hills of Rome. The Capitoline Hill contains few ancient ground-level ruins, as they are almost entirely covered up by Medieval and Renaissance palazzi (now housing the Capitoline Museums) that surround a Piazza, an urban plan designed by Michelangelo.
45 minutes here
Piazza Venezia is the central hub of Rome. One side of the Piazza is the monumental site of Italy's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Altare della Patria, part of the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, first King of Italy.
Pass by without stopping
Piazza Navona
Navona Square is one of the most spectacular and characteristic squares of Baroque Rome, built on the remains of the Stadium of the Emperor Domitian.
30 minutes here
Campo De' Fiori
The Piazza Campo de'Fiori is a square with the most famous daily open market in the old center of Rome. Free time for a Typical Roman Lunch (your own expense).
90 minutes here
Piazza Farnese
Immediately behind the lively Campo de’ Fiori, from which it differs both in origin and tradition, it is one of the city’s most elegant squares, aristocratically isolated and dominated by two large fountains that lead the eye to the palace that has been home to the French Embassy since 1874. It is precisely to the imposing Palazzo Farnese that the history of the square is connected, starting from the 16th century when Cardinal Alessandro Farnese (the future Pope Paul III) purchased several houses in this area to demolish them and create a space suitable for a new refined residence. Its building history involved some of the most prominent Italian architects of the time, including Michelangelo.
15 minutes here
The Mausoleum of Hadrian, also known as Castel Sant'Angelo, is a cylindrical building. It was initially commissioned by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The Popes later used the building as a fortress and castle, and it is now a museum. The structure was once the tallest building in Rome.
Pass by without stopping
St. Peter's Square
Designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, St. Peter's is the most renowned work of Renaissance architecture and the largest church in the world.
60 minutes here
Terrazza del Gianicolo
From Janiculum Promenade you can enjoy one of the most evocative views of the historic centre of Rome.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
9HOURS TOUR FROM CIVITAVECCHIA
Pickup included
4HOURS TOUR FROM ROME
Pickup included
7HOURS TOUR FROM ROME
Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ItalyBestExcursions
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your Tour, Your Way: Your private vehicle and driver are exclusively yours for the whole trip! Unlike big tour buses, we can pull up right next to the main sights. That means less walking, better views, and way more time to enjoy the attractions!
- Good to Know About Your Driver: Your English-speaking driver is a local pro who will share fun, basic facts and insider context from the vehicle along the way to make sure you have an unforgettable time in Rome! Important Note: Under local law, tour drivers provide general driver commentary from the vehicle, but they are not licensed walking tour guides. Drivers stay with the vehicle at all times and cannot accompany you into sites or walk around the attractions with you. Rest assured, you'll still get a seamless, stress-free, and truly wonderful taste of the Eternal City!
- Group Sizes Over 8 Passengers: Got a bigger crew? Just make a few separate bookings! We'll set you up with multiple vans that travel together, stop at all the same spots, and let your group mix and match seats along the way.
- Hungry for Lunch? Feel free to reserve a table at a restaurant of your choice, or let us recommend one of our favorite local spots! (Please note: lunch is not included and is paid directly at the restaurant).
- Traveling with Little Ones?: Infant Seat available upon request! Just let us know in advance.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €490 to €990
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by ItalyBestExcursions, who run 157 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 42.4.
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See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local cost?
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Prices start at €490 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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local take?
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Plan for about 4 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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local?
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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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local?
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Around 0 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local 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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local?
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Included: Your accommodation pickup and dropoff; English commentary on board; Air-conditioned, licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Tour Driver; and Private Tour for an Intimate Experience. Not included: Lunch; Tour Guide, Entry Tickets; and Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always a. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1582 listed pickup locations in and around Rome. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local 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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local?
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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 See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Traveling with Little Ones?: Infant Seat available upon request! Just let us know in advan. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local 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 booking options are available for See Rome’s Top 20 Sights like a Local?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including 9HOURS TOUR FROM CIVITAVECCHIA, 4HOURS TOUR FROM ROME, 7HOURS TOUR FROM ROME. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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