Rome's Best in 2 Guided Days: Colosseum, Vatican and Sistine

4.2 (5 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Admire Rome’s most iconic religious and historical sites, including the Colosseum Archaeological Area, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Begin at the Touristation Aracoeli office in Piazza Ara Coeli 16, where you’ll meet your guide and enjoy a 30-minute immersive video about Ancient Rome created by a company credited by UNESCO, BBC, and National Geographic.

Stroll through evocative ruins and majestic palaces as your guide explains the history of the Roman Forum, once the political, religious, and economic heart of the city. Walk along the Via Sacra toward the Colosseum, passing the Arch of Constantine, symbol of imperial triumph.

Discover the grandeur of the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire, and learn about gladiatorial combats, naval battles, and spectacular events.

Complete your experience with a 3-hour guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, exploring masterpieces, galleries, and Renaissance treasures.

Options

ENGLISH TOUR
SPANISH TOUR

What's included

  • Colosseum and Roman Forum (valued at €18 per person) & reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Professional Guide for the Colosseum, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • 25-minute Ancient Rome Multimedia Video
  • Reserved entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Food and Drinks
  • Pick up
  • St Peter's Basilica Entrance and Dome
  • Transportation between the attractions
  • Access to the Colosseum Underground and to the Arena Floor

What to expect

Day 1: Colosseum Day
  1. 10m
    Meeting point
  2. Roman Forum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Forum
  3. Colosseum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    colosseum
Day 2: Vatican Day
  1. Vatican Museums
    2h · Admission ticket included
    They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries: Vatican museums has more than 20,000 artifacts in display, from the glories of ancient Greece and Egypt to Middle ages Renaissance works. Admire pine cone courtyard, Egypt and Etruscan collections, glorious tapestries, Gallery of Maps, painted ceilings and large scale frescoes by Raphael.
  2. Sistine Chapel
    10m · Admission ticket included
    The most visited chapel in the world, seat of the conclave and a fascinating place to admire Michelangelo's frescoes
  3. St. Peter's Basilica
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the largest church in the world, stroll through the striking aisles and admire Michelangelo's "Pieta" and the beautifully carved Bernini Pulpit.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Exchange your voucher at the TOURISTATION ARACOELI office at Piazza Aracoeli, 16
A small fountain is in front of the office. There are signs and orange flags outside.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The customer is responsible, at the time of purchase, for correctly entering their first name, last name and selecting the appropriate ticket type. The personal details must match exactly those shown on the identity document that will be presented in original form at the park entrance. The ticket category must be chosen based on the customer’s age on the day of the visit and as indicated on the identity document. In case of errors made by the customer during the booking process, the Tour Operator cannot be held responsible for any denied access to the Archaeological Park decided by the competent authorities, and no refund will be issued.
  • The total retail price includes: €18,00 adult / €0.00 minor (0-17 years) admission ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill The remaining amount covers additional services such as the multimedia video, guided tour and on-site assistance.
  • All participants must present a valid original ID. Photos, copies, or photocopies are not accepted. Those who fail to present the original document will be denied entry without a refund.
  • These admissions cannot be used for school groups, group guided tours, and private guided tours
  • Free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability. In case of not self-sufficient, the free voucher is also extended to a companion
  • Not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain conditions of the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
  • Please note that you can not get to the Colosseum with large bags / backpacks / suitcases. It is possible to bring only small bags.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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