Best Tours in Rome
Part of our Rome Travel Guide.
Popular guided tours, skip-the-line experiences, and historic excursions in Rome.
Rome is one of the most historically rich cities in the world. Guided tours allow visitors to explore ancient ruins, famous landmarks, and world-class museums while learning about the extraordinary history of the Roman Empire and Renaissance Italy.
Many of Rome’s most popular attractions such as the Colosseum and Vatican Museums often have long entry lines. Booking guided tours or skip-the-line tickets can save time and provide deeper insight into the city’s history.
Colosseum Skip-the-Line Tour
The Colosseum is Rome’s most famous landmark and one of the most visited historic sites in the world. Skip-the-line tours allow visitors to explore the ancient amphitheater while learning about gladiator battles and Roman history.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
Many tours combine the Colosseum visit with a guided walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the political and social center of ancient Rome.
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour
Guided tours of the Vatican Museums provide priority access to one of the world’s most important art collections, including Michelangelo’s famous ceiling in the Sistine Chapel.
St. Peter’s Basilica Tour
Visitors can join guided tours of St. Peter’s Basilica to learn about the history of the Vatican and explore the magnificent church, one of the largest religious buildings in the world.
Rome Food Tour
Food tours allow visitors to sample traditional Italian dishes while exploring historic neighborhoods such as Trastevere. Popular tastings include pasta, pizza, gelato, and local wines.
Rome Walking Tour
Walking tours of the historic center include famous landmarks such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona while sharing stories from Rome’s long history.
Day Trip to Pompeii
Many travelers take day trips from Rome to Pompeii to explore the ancient Roman city preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
Visitors can compare prices and availability for guided tours, attraction tickets, and day trips across Rome.