Rome: Vatican Museum Tour and Colosseum Experience

Discover the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica with a knowledgeable local guide. Then enjoy guaranteed time entry at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for your independent visit.

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the Vatican Museums with an expert English speaking guide. Skip the lines and dive straight into one of the world’s most important art collections and experience history and art at the very highest level. Your guide will lead you through the highlights, including the Rooms of Raphael, the ancient treasures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the mesmerizing Gallery of Maps while setting the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime experience of the ultimate masterpiece: the Sistine Chapel. Our tour handpicks the crème de la crème of this vast collection, from ancient Greek and Roman marvels to the pinnacle of the High Renaissance. You’ll spend considerable time in the Rooms of Raphael and the magnificent Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s genius comes to life. Your guide will unravel the myths, facts, and Hollywood interpretations of these iconic works. Enjoy fast-track access to St. Peter’s Basilica, home to the unparalleled creations of Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini. Descend to the sacred papal crypts before concluding your Vatican adventure with a stroll through Bernini’s grandiose St. Peter’s Square, under the watchful eye of the Swiss Guard. After a well-deserved break and a quick snack, it’s time to travel back in time to ancient Rome. Make your way independently to the Colosseum. Here you’ll have the opportunity to visit the whole archeological park by yourself. Take your time, explore and snap all the pictures you want! Continue on the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Wander through the ruins of what was once the bustling center of ancient Rome, and ascend to Palatine Hill, where Rome’s legendary founding twins, Romulus and Remus, were said to be nurtured by a she-wolf. Immerse yourself in the rich history of emperors, gods, and the rise and fall of one of history’s greatest empires. Capture every moment of this epic day in Rome with plenty of photos, this experience is sure to provide memories that will last a lifetime.