Things to do in Rome
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Rome: Vespa Sidecar Tour & Colosseum Highlights 90 MinYou ride in a Vespa sidecar with a professional driver through Rome's main landmarks — Colosseum, Villa Borghese, Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, and views of the Vatican — with two stops to stretch and eat pinchos. The 90-minute loop covers what would take hours on foot, and you switch positions at each stop so both passengers experience the sidecar and backseat. Pickup is from Rome Termini, and all helmets, equipment, and park entry are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rome's main sights in 90 minutes without the pace of a walking tour or the logistics of arranging transport between stops — the Vespa handles both the distance and the timing, and the two planned stops give you moments to breathe and eat without breaking the flow of the ride.
Rome: Private Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup & Custom RouteYou’ll zip through Rome’s winding streets by private golf cart with a local guide who adapts each stop to your interests—whether it’s ancient ruins like the Colosseum or quieter corners near Villa Borghese. Expect hotel pickup if you’re staying central, plenty of photo stops, and small surprises like gelato breaks or quick lessons in Italian gestures along the way.
Rome: E-Bike Food Tour to Trastevere, Janiculum Hill & TestaccioYou’ll pedal quiet Roman streets by e-bike with a local guide, tasting fresh panini in Testaccio and gelato near Campo de’ Fiori. Climb Janiculum Hill for sweeping city views and wind through Trastevere’s cobbled lanes before sampling more street food in the Jewish Ghetto. Expect laughter, real flavors, and a side of Rome most visitors never quite see.
Rome: Colosseum & Vatican Private Tour from CivitavecchiaYou're picked up at Civitavecchia port and driven through Rome's nine major landmarks—Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Aventine Hill, Circus Maximus, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and Vatican—in a private Mercedes with an English-speaking driver. Optional paid entries to Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are available. The tour guarantees your return to the port on time, so you don't miss your ship.Is it for me?Book this if you're on a cruise and want to see Rome's major sights without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself—the private driver and guaranteed port return are what make a nine-stop itinerary possible in a single afternoon.
Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour & Caracalla BathsYou ride an e-bike from Circus Maximus through the Appian Way's ancient mausoleums, churches, and aqueducts, stopping at the Baths of Caracalla and several imperial villas. A professional local guide handles the history and context while the electric bikes handle the climbs. The tour runs three hours with groups of six maximum, or you can book it private. You don't enter the catacombs on this tour, but you'll ride directly over them and learn what's below.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover the Appian Way's major sites in one morning without arranging separate transport or entry tickets—the e-bikes let you move between stops quickly enough to see everything in three hours, which is what makes the full route possible in a single tour.
Rome: Private Car Tour Colosseum, Catacombs & Trevi PickupYou’ll step into ancient Rome with a local guide—wandering beneath the Pantheon’s dome, descending into cool catacombs along the Appian Way, climbing the Spanish Steps and tossing your coin at Trevi Fountain. There’s time for espresso breaks and small surprises between stops. If you want Rome’s layers revealed without rushing or getting lost in crowds, this tour feels like someone letting you in on their city.
Rome: Borghese Gallery Small Group Art Tour & Fast EntryYou’ll step inside Rome’s Borghese Gallery with a small group and an art-loving guide who brings Bernini and Caravaggio to life right in front of you. Expect close-up moments with world-famous sculptures and paintings, plus stories that make each room feel personal. This tour includes your entrance ticket and guided walk—just bring your curiosity (and maybe comfy shoes).
Rome: Pasta & Wine Cooking Class near PantheonYou’ll knead dough by hand just steps from Rome’s Pantheon, guided by locals who treat you like family. Shape ravioli and fettuccine, share stories over Tuscan wine, then sit down together for a homemade feast in a historic palazzo. You’ll leave with new skills—and maybe a little flour on your shirt.
Rome: Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour & Bernini MasterpiecesYou enter with a reserved time slot and skip the line that forms outside. An English-speaking art historian guides you through twenty rooms of Caravaggio, Bernini, and Raphael, explaining why each work was commissioned for this specific palace. Groups stay small, the pace is steady, and you leave knowing the story behind the art instead of just the names.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rome's most prized paintings without spending your morning in a queue, and you'd rather have someone explain the work than figure it out alone. The small group and reserved entry are what make two hours feel unhurried instead of rushed.
Rome: Golf Cart Tour to Colosseum, Trevi & PantheonYou’ll cruise through Rome’s heart by golf cart with a local guide, pausing at icons like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain. Expect stories you won’t find in guidebooks, quick stops for photos or laughs, and small sensory moments—like catching chestnut smoke or sunlight through ancient stone—that stick with you long after.
Rome: Capuchin Crypts Fast-Track Entry & Guided TourYou enter the Capuchin Crypts with fast-track tickets and no queue. Choose between a 45-minute guided tour in English or a self-paced audio guide in your language. You walk through underground rooms decorated with monk bones arranged into symbolic patterns and crosses. Admission, taxes, and your chosen guide option are all included. Dress code is enforced — shoulders and knees must be covered.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see one of Rome's most unusual historical sites without waiting in line, and you're comfortable with a quiet, reflective space that's designed to make you think about mortality and faith rather than entertain you.
Vatican Museums Evening Tour & Sistine Chapel Small GroupYou’ll slip past long lines into the Vatican Museums after hours for an intimate evening tour with just six people. Walk through galleries and Raphael’s Rooms as your guide shares stories you won’t find on plaques. Stand quietly beneath Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel as dusk settles over Rome—a moment that lingers long after you leave.
Vespa Rental Rome: New Piaggio Primavera at Termini StationYou rent a new Vespa Primavera for the day and navigate Rome's forums, city center, and car-free neighborhoods on your own. Helmets, GPS, lock, and top case included; security deposit held and released at return. You need a valid license, proven scooter skills, and the confidence to ride in heavy traffic—the company will turn you away if you don't have it.Is it for me?Right for experienced scooter riders who want to explore Rome's forums, city center, and car-free zones at their own pace without a guide. Plan for a physically demanding day in heavy traffic—that's what gives you access to places tour buses can't reach.
Vatican: Skip-the-Line Museums, Sistine Chapel & St PeterYou’ll join a small group to skip every line at the Vatican Museums, marvel at Raphael’s Rooms and walk through sunlit courtyards before entering the Sistine Chapel in near-silence. Your guide shares stories behind each masterpiece—ending with direct access into St Peter’s Basilica. Expect art, history, and moments that linger long after you leave.
Rome to Pompeii & Naples: Small Group Day Trip with Winery LunchYou’ll walk ancient streets in Pompeii with a local guide who brings history to life, taste volcanic wines over lunch at a Vesuvio winery, and get swept up in the color and chaos of Naples’ historic center—all with hotel pickup included. Expect moments that stick with you long after you’re back in Rome.
Rome: Colosseum Private Tour & Fast-Track EntryYou skip the entry line with a reserved ticket, spend an hour inside the Colosseum with a private guide covering the 1st and 2nd tiers, then have the rest of the day free to explore the Forum or move on. Timed entry and fast-track access are included; you just bring ID that matches your booking name.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Colosseum experience without spending an hour in the entry queue—the reserved ticket and private guide are what make a 1-hour visit feel complete instead of rushed.
Rome: Private City Walk, Piazza Navona & Local TipsYou’ll wander Rome’s tangled streets with a local who knows every shortcut and story. Expect honest tips on where to eat, hidden corners around Piazza Navona, and moments that feel unscripted—like pausing for coffee or laughing over your first attempt at Italian. This isn’t just an orientation; it’s an invitation into real Roman life.
Rome: Colosseum Arena Floor & Roman Forum with Expert GuideYou enter the Colosseum through the gladiator's gate and walk the arena floor with a licensed English-speaking guide who explains the brutal reality of ancient combat. You then explore the Roman Forum's temples and public spaces, finishing on Palatine Hill with views across both the ruins and modern Rome. Entry fees and expert commentary are included; the whole experience runs about three hours with small groups.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main ancient Rome sites in one morning without arranging separate tickets, timing your own route, or wondering what you're actually looking at—the guide handles all three, and the reserved entry means you skip the ticket line.
St. Peter's Basilica & Vatican Museums: Skip-the-Line AccessYou enter St. Peter's Basilica through priority access while the main queue builds outside, then spend two hours at your own pace with an audioguide app. If you add the Vatican Museums option, you return a few hours later for skip-the-line entry to the Sistine Chapel and the galleries. Staff assistance handles your arrival, and Italian breakfast is available if you want to start the morning properly.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel without spending your morning in the entrance queue — the reserved access and flexible Vatican Museums timing let you actually absorb the art instead of managing logistics.
Frascati: Half-Day Wine Tour & Lunch from Rome by TrainYou’ll catch an early train from Rome to Frascati for a day full of local flavor—fresh-baked cookies at the bakery, stories from your guide Lucia as you wander cobbled streets, tastings inside an ancient wine cave with Marco, then lunch at an osteria where homemade pasta is just the start. Expect laughter, new friends, and that relaxed feeling you only get when time slows down.
