Rome in One Day: Colosseum, Piazzas and Vatican City

Highlights

• Ancient Rome & Colosseum
• Historic Center Piazzas
• Vatican City & Sistine Chapel

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Colosseum

   40min

   Visit the world’s most iconic amphitheater: the Colosseum. See the famous stadium where 80,000 Romans would have gathered to watch the blood sports on the Arena floor. Over 400,000 people died over the Colosseum’s 400 years in use, and 1,000,000 animals.

2. 2

   Spanish Steps

   30min

   This swirling Baroque staircase has entranced visitors to Rome for centuries. Today, it’s still a firm favorite; allow our guide to explain its fascinating history.

3. 3

   Trevi Fountain

   30min

   Behind one of the most impressive water features in the world is a fascinating tale of Ancient Roman ambition. Learn more about the symbolism of this iconic fountain.

4. 4

   Column of Marcus Aurelius

   30min

   Standing in Colonna is Rome’s second victory column – the Column of Marcus Aurelius. Discover the history behind this evocative, richly-decorated monument, that Roman's called the snail column.

5. 5

   Pantheon

   30min

   The Pantheon is the world’s best-preserved Roman Temple; a wholly unique monument, then and now. Our guide will explain the passion and power that made it the wonder it is. Go inside and see the spectacular dome of the Pantheon.

6. 6

   Piazza Navona

   40min

   Piazza Navona is one of the most iconic piazzas in Rome. Roman obelisks, a fountain by Bernini, Baroque churches and a vibrant atmosphere; Piazza Navona is easy to love.

7. 7

   Campo De' Fiori

   30min

   Enjoy the lively fruit and veg market here, as you learn about the cloaked figure central to the square, Giordano Bruno, who was burnt alive for heresy, on that very spot.

8. 8

   Vatican Museums

   30min

   A tour of the Vatican Museums promises an insight into some of the greatest art in the world from classical antiquity, through the Renaissance, and to the present day. See masterpieces by Raphael and astonishing statuary like Laocoön and His Sons.

Before you go

Location