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Historic Center of Rome (Centro Storico di Roma) Tours and Tickets
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The exact borders of theHistoric Center of Rome (Centro Storico di Roma) is the subject of much debate among Romans and visitors. Officially, however, it’s the area inside the ancient Aurelian Walls plus Vatican City, and it encompasses some of the city’s most famous sights.
- Piazza Rea, Rome, Italy
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Rome by Golf Cart Private Tour
Experience over 2,500 years of history on a private tour through Rome’s beautiful historic district. Roam the streets of this city in a comfortable, covered, street-legal golf cart following a custom itinerary based on your interests. This family-friendly sightseeing tour offers a narrated journey of the palaces, monuments, churches, fountains, and statues of your choice that define the rich heritage of Italy's capital. Each itinerary is customized to your preferences, not all sights listed below can be visited in one tour.
... More- 3 hours 30 minutes
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US$188.32
Price varies by group size
Rome by Night-Ebike tour with Food and Wine Tasting
Rome is beautiful at night, with its illuminated buildings and lively cafes. With this tour, you'll get to see the city under a new light, quite literally, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle. After exploring the city, sample a selection of local cheeses and cured meats paired with Italian wine.
... More- 4 hours
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US$75.32
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Rome Night Photo Tour
Photogenic, charismatic, and ancient, Rome’s historic center is a photographer’s dream—and the ultimate location for a photography tour. Set out at twilight, also known as the "blue hour", and get off the beaten path with award-winning professional photographer Marco Bulgarelli. Under his guidance learn practical techniques, visual perception, move and interact with your subject, practice special effects and more. This is a small-group tour, with a maximum of four people to ensure personal tuition.
... More- 4 hours 30 minutes
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US$193.70
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Ghosts and Crimes of Rome Night Walk
The history of Rome is full of grisly tales, mysterious events, and villainous characters. On this walking tour, explore the city after dark and discover a side of Rome that most visitors don’t get to see. Go ghost-hunting at Rome’s most haunted sites; hear stories of witch burnings, murders, and executions; and follow in the footsteps of notorious figures such as Julius Caesar, Emperor Nero, and Pope Julius.
... More- 1 hour 30 minutes
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US$29.04
Secrets of Rome - The dark side Small Group Walking Tour
Learn about a different side of Roman history on this mystery walking tour. Hear ghost stories and visit haunted places, including where Julius Caesar was assassinated. See popular landmarks such as Castel Sant’Angelo and Piazza Venezia as you stroll along Rome’s narrow cobbled streets. This family-friendly tour is a good match for kids.
... More- 2 hours
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US$40.88
Best of Rome
Cover all the main sights in Rome in a single day on this private "best of" tour. With private transportation and a guide dedicated to your group only, it will be easy to make your way around the city in an efficient way. The itinerary is flexible, but will typically include the Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and St. Peter's Basilica. This is a great option for those short on time in Rome.
... More- 11 hours 40 minutes
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US$441.21
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Self-Guided Tour of Rome with Interactive City Game
Get to know Rome in a unique and affordable way. We offer a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city.
Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Rome with our unique city game app.
Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose.
This city game is also a perfect activity for large groups.
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US$33.36
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Rome: Private Full Day Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia
Explore Rome’s iconic monuments, beautiful piazzas, and famous Vatican Museums during a private shore excursion designed especially for you. Start at the Port of Citavecchia and travel to Rome with your professional driver. Maximize your time with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and the Vatican. Your guide ensures you understand the significance and history of these landmarks.
... More- 8 hours
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US$855.52
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Private Tour: Vatican Museum Evening Tour - light dinner & wine tasting included
On this private, two-for-one-tour, you won’t just get to explore the highlights of the Vatican Museums—you’ll also enjoy a classic Roman dinner. Meet your guide directly at your area accommodation, and head to the Vatican Museums, where you have skip-the-line access. Once inside, see the Sistine Chapel and countless other masterpieces. Then, continue to your next stop: a traditional restaurant where you can enjoy a classic Roman dinner.
... More- 3 hours
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US$198.01
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Ceramic Pottery Workshop in Rome
Change up your sightseeing routine in Rome with this hands-on pottery class in the historic center, steps from the main sights. Roll up your sleeves and get to work molding and shaping your clay and tapping your creative vein by painting the finished work under the guidance of your ceramics instructor. Take your creation home with you for a unique souvenir of your time in the Eternal City.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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US$139.80
Group tour: Rome Walking Tour
Take in Rome’s top sights without the midday crowds and heat with this small-group walking tour by night. Join your guide after sunset for a scenic stroll to cover blockbusters like the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps in just a few hours. Learn about the city’s history and architecture as you stop to admire famous squares and landmarks and snap dramatic photos.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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US$43.04
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Rome: Private Full-Day with Private Transportation
See Rome in style—with a private guide and driver—on this customizable tour of the Eternal City. Your English-speaking guide takes you to some of the most-visited monuments and landmarks in Rome including the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums. Stop for lunch along the way and feel free to ask your dedicated driver/guide any questions you may have about the city. You’ll visit highlights including Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps, and more.
... More- 7 hours
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US$665.04
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Skip the line: Vatican Museum Evening Tour in a Small Group (dinner included)
Discover the iconic frescoes and lesser-known works of art on an intimate evening tour of the Vatican Museums. After hotel pickup, bypass the long ticket line at the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Offered in six languages, the 2-hour guided visit takes you through the Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel, and more. With maximum 12 people per group, you enjoy an immersive tour experience with ample opportunity to engage with your guide.
... More- 2 hours 30 minutes
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US$170.03
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Private vehicle disposition from Civitavecchia to Rome -shore exc
Make the best of your stop in the cruise port of Civitavecchia and explore the city of Rome with a local driver. Your private driver, who speaks basic English and is not a licensed guide, will be waiting for you at the cruise terminal holding a sign with your name on it. After that, you will drive 1.5 hours to the city. You will then have the freedom to customize your itinerary and choose the places you want to visit inside the city, as the driver will be happy to take you wherever you want to go inside of the city. Please note that the driver cannot leave the vehicle unattended. Our drivers are very friendly and knowledgeable about the city, and they will be happy to share their insights with you during the drive.
Enjoy this personalized experience!
... More- 8 hours
- Free Cancellation
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US$317.46
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Rome E-bike Tour with Food Tasting
Explore the city of Rome by night with our E-bike tour and admire some of the most amazing sights beautifully illuminated. You will get to see the city under a new light, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle, giving you enough time to explore a bigger part of the city than an usual tour.
After exploring the city, we will taste a delicious italian sandwich (meat or vegan) and 1 drink.
... More- 2 hours 35 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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US$138.82
E-bike Rome Tour by Night with Food & Drinks
Discover the amazing city of Rome by night with our E-bike tour and admire some of the most popular monuments in the world, beautifully illuminated. You will get to see the Eternal City under a new light, from the perspective of your professional guide and of course, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle.
After exploring the city, we will enjoy a delicious Italian panino & 1 drink, to end our night with a taste of the authentic Italian cuisine.
... More- 2 hours 35 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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US$132.79
E-bike tour of Rome with Food Tasting Experience
Explore the city of Rome by night with our E-bike tour and admire some of the most amazing sights beautifully illuminated. You will get to see the city under a new light, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle, giving you enough time to explore a bigger part of the city than an usual tour.
After exploring the city, we will taste a delicious italian sandwich (meat or vegan) and 1 drink.
... More- 2 hours 35 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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US$150.66
Rome by Night: E-bike Tour with Food
Explore the city of Rome by night with our E-bike tour and admire some of the most amazing sights beautifully illuminated. You will get to see the city under a new light, on the comfort of an electronic bicycle, giving you enough time to explore a bigger part of the city than an usual tour.
After exploring the city, we will taste a delicious italian sandwich (meat or vegan) and 1 drink.
... More- 2 hours 35 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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US$117.30
Affresco Masterclass in Rome
Rome is home to Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes, among the most famous in the world. There is no better place for kids (and their parents) to learn this ancient technique than the Eternal City, where great artists have been decorating palaces and churches with frescoes for centuries. With this masterclass, your family can learn how to apply paint to wet plaster and create a one-of-a-kind artwork as a souvenir.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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US$139.80
Dolcevita Photography and History Tour
The uniqueness of this tour is characterized by the photographs in the best places in Rome together with a historical and cultural description of them.
The photographs are in high quality, they are not photos that you could take by yourself, they are accompanied by large format equipment and light panels. A film photo shoot, Dolcevita and a journey guided by a knowledge of the place and its modern and ancient history through a walk in company and a finale in the splendid Piazza Navona at the Fico bar where you will be guests for an aperitif.
... More- 3 hours
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US$129.13
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