Top Rome Architecture Tours

Take this independent day trip to Venice from Rome for a chance to wander the city’s maze of alleyways, visit St Mark’s Square and float down the famous canals by water bus. You’ll travel from Rome to Venice by train, arriving in just 3.5 hours to explore the city however you wish. A skip-the-line ticket to St Mark’s Basilica and a vaporetto pass for the city’s water bus network are both included so you can make the most of your time in Venice before returning to Rome on the train.

The Vatican Museums are among the most visited museums in the world and they often have lines to match. This small-group express tour offers early access to the Vatican before the crowds arrive, so you can take in highlights such as the Hall of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps; marvel at the Sistine Chapel; and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica (except Wednesdays, when the Basilica is closed to the public.)

Visit Italy’s iconic Amalfi Coast on this day trip from Rome. You’ll travel by train from Rome to Naples and then on to Positano, a chic seaside village known for its boutiques and pebble beaches. Explore at your leisure before continuing to the village of Amalfi for more free time to admire the Mediterranean architecture and soak up the dramatic cliff-lined scenery. This full-day tour to the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast is limited to 20 people to provide a small-group experience.

Spend the morning at Hadrian's Villa, discovering the emperor's amazing country residence and its interesting architectural features. You will see an artificial pool and grotto, the Canopus and Serapeum, and many other Greek and Egyptian influences which make this place so unique. You will then see the town of Tivoli, where you will have a break while you enjoy lunch. In the afternoon you will discover the Villa d’Este, perched on the cliff-side with sweeping views across the valley. You will also walk through the estate's beautiful formal gardens, all with an official guide to accompany you and show you everything you need to see.

Explore the sacred city-state of Vatican City on this private tour with skip-the-line admission. Avoid the long lines to enter the holy walls and jump right into the history and artifacts with your guide. Visit the Vatican museums including the Gallery of Ancient Roman Sculptures and the Room of Muses, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.

The Colosseum is one of the seven wonders of the world: come with us on this journey through its history to the RESTRICTED areas on the most complete tour we offer! Join this exclusive tour to ensure you'll skip all the lines and visit 2 whole areas that are not accessible by the general public. Enter the stadium through the VIP arena entrance taking you directly to the center stage. Explore the tunnels and chambers that held fearsome Gladiators and wild beasts before their bloodthirsty battles. The grand finale is admiring the Colosseum from a height and taking in the panoramic views. Moving on, we visit the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. Prepare to be in awe at the extensive ruins of the Imperial Palace as you walk in the footsteps of the Emperors. We finish this tour in heart of downtown ancient Rome. IMPORTANT: Tours booked after 2PM may not include the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Tour.

Families with young children will appreciate this family-focused tour of the Vatican Museums. Skip-the-line access is included, which is essential for fidgety young children. Walk through the galleries with a small group of just 10 people or fewer, led by an art historian guide who will keep the little ones occupied with games and puzzles. Access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica are included.

Discover the best of Rome without the hurried pace of a group tour on a private 2-day sightseeing adventure. Spread out across two days, you’re able to enjoy both the ancient attractions and Vatican Museums at a leisurely pace. Your guide is with you every step of the way, as you explore the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, and much more. On the second day, visit the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.

During this unique, adventure-filled introduction to Rome, you'll discover top highlights in the Eternal City from the back of a vintage Vespa. Let someone else do the driving as you ride down picturesque city streets with your own personal chauffeur. Highlights include the thousands-year-old Colosseum, panoramic views from Aventino Hill, and a visit to the Spanish Steps, plus a stop for gelato or Roman street snacks.

UNESCO–listed Rome is home to some of the world’s most valuable treasures, but the busy crowds can make exploring a challenge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Rome hotel and enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Discover top attractions including Navona Square, the Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain, and listen as your private guide brings Rome’s political, religious, and social history to life.

Enjoy a streamlined way to explore several of the Vatican’s busiest and most in-demand attractions on this private tour. Meet your guide outside the Vatican Museums and, with your skip-the-line entry, head right inside. Visit various galleries before touring Michelangelo’s world-famous Sistine Chapel. Next, transfer to St. Peter’s Basilica, located right next door, where you’ll take an elevator to its dome to see its embellishments up close. Ascend further up a flight of stairs, if you wish, for panoramic city views.

Beat the crowds by visiting the Vatican first thing in the morning with this tour of one of Rome's most popular attractions. You'll get picked up from your hotel and head straight to the Vatican, with skip-the-line admission and a private tour! You'll see the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter's Basilica, and the Pio Clementine museum, full of famous sculptural masterpieces.

Make the most of a short stay in Rome on a private tour that makes it easy to cover all the must-see attractions in a single day. From ancient marvels like the Colosseum and Pantheon to the baroque flourishes of the Trevi Fountain, a personal guide and driver get you there in speed and comfort, without standing in line or long hot walks across town. The grand finale is a walk through the magnificent Sistine Chapel.

Follow us on this breathtaking stroll back through time as you become acquainted with the place we call home on Eternal Experiences "Wonders of Rome" walking tour. Let our passionate guides fascinate you with little known facts about the city. See the best that Rome has to offer as we weave through beautiful backstreets in between the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and much more! Discover the interesting stories that surround the Legends. From infamous Roman Emperors, to the most significant of Rome's abundant artists and architects who defined the cities unique streets and skyline! Not to forget, the intriguing lives of Rome's scandalous politicians who greatly influenced Italy's modern history. Let Eternal experiences grip and enthral you with an injection of humor to complement our extensive knowledge of the city. During the tour there will be plenty of time to take photo's and even throw your coin in the Trevi Fountain! On Sundays the Pantheon is closed

A great choice for first-time visitors, this tour offers an excellent overview of the Eternal City. The first half of the day takes you to Rome’s famous landmarks and monuments including the Colosseum, the Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, and Navona Square. After lunch (not included), tour Vatican City including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and Saint Peter’s Square.

A visit that will allow participants to approach the Pantheon with an "almost technical" awareness. Santa Maria ad Martyres, the ancient Christian basilica consecrated to the martyr saints dead in the glory of their faith, the grandiose monument to the power of Rome, the plant built at the time of Augustus by his faithful general and servant friend Agrippa raised to a temple thanks to will of the emperor Hadrian, transformed into a church in the centuries following the Roman Empire, custodian, still today of the remains of men and women who participated in the cultural and political formation of Italy, will reveal part of its ancient secrets to eyes now more aware finally able to read what are the real roads that forces travel through what is apparently only a heavy and massive perimeter wall

Avoid the queues with our private 3-hour Vatican tour, accompanied by a local guide.  You will visit the Vatican Museums, Saint Peter’s Basilica and other noteworthy venues.  Hear the history, facts, and curiosities of the Sistine Chapel during your visit there. Your guide will tell you  something of the history of these fascinating places as you meander through these wonderful buildings, drinking in the atmosphere.

This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.

Rome’s Vatican City may seem dry and fusty to kids if you’re exploring independently. This child-friendly tour brings its Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica to life to inspire them, so you'll relax knowing they’re absorbed. Save time with skip-the-line entry and cover the highlights; including Michelangelo’s Sistine frescoes and the Museums’ Raphael’s Rooms, all as a guide provides games, stories, and puzzles to keep the children engaged.

Explore Rome on a half-day tour that takes you to top attractions where you can snap great photos of Italy's capital city. Your guide takes you to locations where you get an excellent perspective on monuments including the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, the Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain. You can also capture classic Italian street scenes while exploring the Monti district, Piazza Navona, and more.

Save valuable vacation by skipping the long lines for entry into the Borghese Gallery and Villa Borghese Gardens, where you'll explore with an art historian guide. This private tour includes access to both facilities, home to works by Titian, Bernini and Caravaggio across two floors. Stroll through the peaceful gardens with views of the city and enjoy included entry and a guided tour of Santa Maria del Popolo.

Explore Florence’s major landmarks and attractions on an all-day tour from Rome. After a trip on a private air conditioned coach, meet your English-speaking guide and enjoy immediate access to Accademia Gallery—home of Michelangelo's David—with a skip-the-line pass. Marvel at Florence Cathedral and its “Gates of Paradise,” visit what was once the ancient forum, and wander around the city’s famed boutiques and markets—all on one convenient day trip.

Though striking at any time of day, Rome’s historic center is particularly dazzling at night. Capture its magnificence with this night tour dedicated to photographers to discover and immortalize the most picturesque corners of the city. Stroll past sights like St. Peter’s Basilica, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Colosseum with a professional photographer guide who imparts tips to help budding shutterbugs improve their technique and take unforgettable shots by moonlight.

Visit the must-see Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel on this private tour with round-trip transportation. Save tons of valuable vacation time with fast-access passes. With your dedicated guide, learn about the history of the important buildings and their epic collections of artwork through guided commentary.