ROME · ITALY
Rome’s best, reviewed.
The 15 most popular guided tours in Rome. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Priority access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide and headsets, plus an arena option.
Most Popular“It wasn't rushed, guide explained lots and took questions. Lots of time in the Roman Forum afterwards.”
Skip ticket lines on a 2.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with headsets and expert storytelling.
“From start to finish the tour was everything we hoped it would be. It was made even more special by our wonderful guide Alexandra.”
Skip-the-line Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a downloadable audio app, optional arena access, and a self-paced route.
“I throughly enjoyed it! It was lovely going at your own pace!”
Skip-the-line guided tour of Rome’s Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with expert commentary and priority entry.
“Our tour guide was great! She was very knowledgeable about the history of the colosseum, Roman forum, and the palatine hill. I felt like the tour had a great pace to it. It wasn’t rushed and it didn’t take to long. Overall it was a great experience.”
Skip long lines for a guided Colosseum visit with optional arena access, then hit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum in 2.5–3 hours.
“Marcelo V was a great tour guide! Funny and great tour!”
Guided Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum tour with an English guide, headset audio, and optional Arena Floor access.
“Patrick was excellent!! He is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the area and the people. He was thoughtful to try to keep us in the shade whenever possible (it was a very hot day), and he made sure we had the opportunity to see everything. He was considerate of the other tour guides as…”
Skip most lines on a 2.5–3 hour guided walk through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, with optional arena access.
“My guide was wonderful. Very engaging and made the tour a wonderful experience”
Self-guided Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill visit with Pop Guide audio. Skip hassles with tickets and smart timing.
“Brilliant experience! Communication via email and the app really clear. Tickets easy to use. Audio guide is really comprehensive and easy to download. Highly recommend!”
Skip the ticket line at Rome’s Pantheon and explore at your pace with a downloadable audio guide. Plan for security checks.
“Amazing building and history, a must see. Collecting the tickets and voucher to download the audio was simple and quick, with quick access into the pantheon. Nice to take in the building at our own pace and sit and enjoy the architecture and amazing dome”
Skip-the-line access to Castel Sant’Angelo plus a smartphone audio guide, leading you from Hadrian’s tomb to terrace views.
“amazing!!! The history the build and views are beyond belief. The cafe serves wonderful food and drinks with views directly to the Vatican City. WOW WOW WOW. Spent 4 hours here.”
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill guided tour with a live English/Spanish guide and entry included, 2.5–3 hours.
“Brilliant guide! This was the best archeological guided tour I have ever taken. The guide was very knowledgeable. I have learnt a lot about the Roman history and buildings in this 3 hours tour.”
Small-group guided access to the Borghese Gallery and Gardens, with pre-reserved entry, expert storytelling, and calmer viewing time in Rome.
“Sal our guide was excellent. He had a wealth of knowledge on the history and influences of the art. He was easily heard and understood. We had a fabulous visit as it was our first time to the museum.”
Skip the line to Rome’s Borghese Gallery in a small group. See Bernini, Caravaggio, and more, plus a garden walk.
“Our tour guide was excellent. However, we were told to pick up our tickets first, that was incorrect information. And then locating our guide at the designated “meeting spot” was a bit stressful. We were told to look for an “orange” flag at the front of the Borghese Gallery. There were many different guide companies…”
Reserved Colosseum arena-floor access plus guided Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Small-group pacing and headsets for $59.
“I loved everything about this tour! Our tour guide Andrea was amazing and very knowledgeable!”
Skip-the-line Borghese Gallery entry with escorted access and an optional guide. See Titian, Caravaggio, Raphael, Bernini.
“Absolutely incredible, Borghese Gallery is one of the most impressive private art collections in the world - it truly is awe inspiring Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable & accommodating Would definitely recommend to anyone”
Every layer of the ancient city, and every road that leads out of it.
