Vatican Museums and Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

HIGHLIGHTS

• Travel back to the days of the Roman Empire
• Discover the papal collections of the Vatican Museums
• See masterpieces of art by Michelangelo and other artists
• Visit the marvelous Sistine Chapel
• Visit Colosseum and climb up Palatine Hill for panoramic views of Rome
• A private and dedicated guide will accompany you in this experience

FULL DESCRIPTION

Meet your guide for a morning tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Wander the vast corridors and galleries of one of the most magnificent museums in the world. Go to the spectacular Cortile del Belvedere and see the historic maps of ancient cartographers in the Gallery of Maps. Marvel at frescoes in Raphael’s rooms and then, gaze in awe at Michelangelo’s miraculous frescoes in the Sistine chapel. In the afternoon, transfer to the Colosseum and explore it, while your guide recreates the past with stories of epic battles, painting a vivid picture and bringing the site to life. Learn about the types of games and ferocious battles that the Romans enjoyed the most and then get to visit the Arena floor. Next, go to the heart of ancient Rome and see the ruins of temples in the Roman Forum. Climb Palatine Hill for panoramic views of where the ancient Romans met to trade, worship, and conduct their political affairs. Your guide can give you advice for the best shopping places in the Vatican City!

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums
• Skip-the-line ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
• Tour with private guide

NOT INCLUDED

Pickup and drop off

WHAT TO BRING

Passport or ID card

NOT ALLOWED

• Shorts or short skirts
• Baby strollers
• Sleeveless shirts
• Non-folding wheelchairs

WHAT TO KNOW

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may be refused the entrance if you fail to comply with these dress requirements. Entrance is strictly limited so you must arrive early. Anyone who arrives after their time slot cannot be accommodated or refunded. Please note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible. ID mandatory. Guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.