The best tours in Rome

So, you’ve finally made it – after a month-long countdown that you’ve been broadcasting to the entire office, you’re holiday to Rome has finally arrived! You arrive at your hotel, check in, investigate your room…OK, then what?! A city walk? An evening tour? Perhaps a trip aboard an open-top bus? Sure, but which to go for? How do you book a guide? Where do the sightseeing buses leave from? And where is the Colosseum anyway?! Hmmm…starting to wish you’d thought of holiday activities before you left?

If you’re planning a trip to Rome then this guide to our favourite tours is for you! 

1. Classic tour

   This classic tour of Rome takes you to the main attractions, including the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, St Peter's Basilica and Piazza Navona. It lasts around three hours and is perfect for those who want to maximize their time with an all-encompassing Rome tour.
   
   

2. City Sightseeing bus tour

   The City Sightseeing bus tour is one of the most convenient ways to see the city and tickets can last as long as 48 hours, meaning you can use it as a means to get about the city. There are two lines to choose from and plenty of stops to enjoy.
   
   

3. Colosseum and Roman Forum walking tour
   

   This guided walking tour takes you inside the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill and includes “priority entrance”, meaning you skip the queues! The tour lasts around two hours.
   
   

4. Vatican Museums tour

   This classic, guided tour lasts around three hours and takes you to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and the Gallery of the Tapestries. It is available daily, with the exception of Sundays and religious holidays.
   
   

5. Ghosts and Restless Souls evening tour

   This is a great tour for families and lasts around two hours. The tour starts at St Peter's Basilica and continues through Rome’s most haunted streets and buildings. Perfect for scary movie fans!