Rome is more than a fascinating European capital city; it is a spectacular blend of artistic and architectural masterpieces, classical ruins, and extravagant baroque churches and piazzas. Explore the remains from the imperial glory days of the Eternal City, then seamlessly transition from history to the present in a matter of city blocks and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling metropolis.  For culture-seekers and historians this city simply oozes with possibilities for discovery, a chance to step back in time yet have one foot firmly in the present. It’s one city where you can have an espresso in a square designed by Bernini, then take the modern metro (train) back to your hotel room in a renovated Renaissance palace.

Activities while in Rome

> Private Walking Tour, Rome City

Your private walking tour includes visits to the landmarks of Imperial Rome, such as the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus and Capitol Hill.

This tour explores the area of Rome from where the power and the glory of the Great Roman Empire developed and extended. Your guide will take you through the enchanting ruins of the Imperial-era, beginning with the Piazza Venezia and its impressive monument dedicated to King Victor Emanuel II and the Unknown Soldier.  You will then continue on foot to the famous Piazza del Campidoglio designed by Michelangelo, from where you will have a breathtaking view of the Roman Forum. With the remains of the Forum as a backdrop, you will have a chance to learn from your guide the history and anedoctes on the social and political life of Rome, from its origin to the glorious days of the Great Roman Empire.  Proceed with the visit to the imposing Coliseum, iconic symbol of Imperial Rome, and probably the most impressive building of the Imperial-era.

Your guide will meet your in your hotel lobby for this three hour tour.  Transportation is not included in this walking tour. 

> Vatican and St Peters Basilica

Your private walking tour includes visit to the Vatican Museum and Saint Peter's Basilica.

The tour starts from the Vatican Museum, and will highlight ordinary minor Roman sculpture, the Tapestry Gallery, the Geographical Maps gallery.  You will also see the famous Sistine Chapel, with its wonderful ceiling depicting Michelangelo Buonarroti's The Last Judgement, and wall frescoes where artists such as Botticelli, Perugino, Rosselli, Ghirlandaio and Signorelli depicted the lives of Jesus and Moses.  The tour will continue with a visit to St. Peter's Basilica. Ancient tradition has it that St. Peter's Basilica was built at the place where Peter, the apostle who is considered the first pope, was crucified and buried.  The interior of St. Peter's is impressive and every bit of space is used to display the finest Renaissance monuments and employs the talents of great artists such as Michelangelo and Bernini, among many others.  If open, Vatican Grottoes can also be visited.  The tour will then proceed from the outside in St. Peter's square, enclosed in Bernini's magnificent colonnade, for lectures and descriptions on St. Peter's facade and square and the papal residence.

Your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby for this four hour tour.  This tour is not available on Sunday. Transportation is not included in this walking tour.