Below you’ll find the main tour formats, what they cover, and how to choose based on time, crowd levels, and mobility.

Why Choose a Segway Tour in Rome?

Why consider a Segway instead of a traditional walking tour or hop-on hop-off bus? Rome’s key sights are dispersed: Colosseum Trevi ~1.5–2 km; Trevi Spanish Steps ~600–700 m; Pantheon Piazza Navona ~300 m. A Segway connects these hops in a single outing without a long march. At 10–15 km/h you can link the main stops and make room for 7–9 sites in ~90–120 minutes. You still travel at street level—on Via dei Fori Imperiali you feel the surface change under the wheels—but you avoid the cumulative fatigue of 6–8 km on foot.

Another big plus: Summer heat and short climbs (Capitoline,Aventine) slow most walkers. On a Segway the motor handles the gradient, so you keep a steady pace and are more likely to include a viewpoint stop. Expect mild slopes rather than stairs. If time is tight, a Segway helps you make room for an extra overlook or a lesser‑visited portico in the same window—without swapping comfort for coverage.

What to Expect on a Rome Segway Tour

Never ridden a Segway before? No worries—every tour begins with an orientation. You’ll meet your guide at a convenient starting point (often a quiet square or park) where each person gets their own Segway and a helmet. Before hitting the streets of Rome, the guide walks everyone through a safety briefing and a hands-on practice session. This usually takes about 15 minutes. You learn how to start, stop, turn, and handle the device on flat ground. It’s normal to feel wobbly for the first few minutes, but the learning curve is gentle. Only when everyone can start, stop, and turn cleanly does the group set off. Guides repeat simple rules—two hands on the bar, yield to pedestrians, keep spacing—and keep the pace moderate.

Out on the streets, expect to follow your guide in a single-file line at a moderate pace. Rome’s historic center has areas with smooth pavement and others with bumpy cobblestones. When you encounter those ancient stones, the guide will usually slow down and direct you on how to navigate (Segways handle cobblestones fairly well, but you’ll go slower and use extra caution).

Part of what makes a Segway tour special is this rhythm: you glide swiftly on open stretches, then pause frequently at points of interest. At each stop, your guide shares stories, historical anecdotes, or fun facts about the site you’re seeing. You might pull over at a scenic spot overlooking the Roman Forum while the guide explains how the ancient Romans gathered there, or pause by the Pantheon as you learn about its colossal dome. These stops are also chances to ask questions and snap photos. You don’t even have to dismount for quick photo ops—often you can position your Segway, stay standing on it, and take a great shot from an elevated height, which feels kinda cool.

Tours typically last around 2 to 3 hours for a city route. During that time, you’ll cover several kilometers without feeling it. Many guides use audio headsets to communicate while you ride, so you won’t miss commentary even if you’re a few meters behind.

It’s a very interactive experience: imagine cruising through a piazza while hearing about the Bernini fountain in its center, then actually stopping next to it to appreciate the details up close. You’re an active participant, not stuck behind bus windows. On a Segway, the city’s sounds and sights surround you—you might catch the scent of fresh espresso as you pass a café or the strains of a street musician playing O Sole Mio as you round a corner in Trastevere.

In terms of practicalities, dress comfortably. Even though you’re not walking, you’ll be on your feet the whole time, balancing. Flat shoes are a must (sneakers are perfect; avoid heels or flimsy sandals).

Dress for the weather too—on a summer afternoon, light clothing and sunscreen are wise, while an evening tour in spring might require a light jacket. Most tour companies provide helmets (and require their use). Some also supply a little bag or have a Segway with a pouch where you can stash a water bottle or small items. It’s a good idea to bring as little as possible though; you want to stay nimble and not worry about a heavy backpack. And yes, bathroom breaks are usually planned: longer tours will stop midway at a café or somewhere with facilities if needed, often doubling as a gelato break (bonus!).

Perhaps one of the only limitations to keep in mind is that Segway tours stick to the streets and piazzas – you won’t be riding inside the Colosseum or up the Spanish Steps, of course. When a major sight like the Colosseum or the Roman Forum is on the itinerary, you’ll typically circle around it or stop at a viewpoint. For example, a route might take you up to the Capitoline Hill overlooking the Forum for an amazing panorama, rather than walking you inside the Forum itself. If actually entering certain monuments is important to you, you might plan to go back on foot another time (or some tour operators offer combo packages where you do the Segway ride, then they hand you skip-the-line tickets to explore a site after the Segway portion). In any case, think of a Segway tour as an orientation and highlight reel of Rome. It’s the perfect first-day activity: you’ll get the lay of the land, see all the famous spots, and then you can decide where to dive deeper on subsequent days.

Travel Tip: Plan to take your Segway tour on your first day in Rome. It works brilliantly as an orientation ride – you’ll cover the major sights early on. A Segway highlights tour gives you the lay of the land, so you can decide which places to explore more on foot in the following days.

Classic City Highlights — Central Loop by Segway

One of the most popular options is a classic city highlights Segway tour. This type of route is designed to hit all the must-see spots in a short time, giving you a Greatest Hits of Rome experience.

Wondering what sights you’ll cover? Picture yourself starting near the Colosseum in the morning, the sun just touching the top of its ancient arches. You hop on the Segway and within minutes, you’ve glided from the Colosseum to the adjacent Arch of Constantine, then onward past the Roman Forum’s overlooks. A brief pause lets you admire the forum ruins from street level or a nearby terrace—teh guide might point out the Temple of Saturn’s columns and where Julius Caesar’s speeches echoed 2.000 years ago.. Then you’re off again, rolling toward Piazza Venezia, where the gigantic white Altar of the Fatherland monument towers over the traffic.

A classic starting point: glide from the Colosseum past the Arch of Constantine toward Forum viewpoints. Photo by © Moreno Soppelsa.

Piazza Venezia’s Altar of the Fatherland—often a pivot into the historic center on a city highlights loop. © Photofires

From there, many classic tours angle into the heart of the city’s historic streets. In a maze of baroque fountains and Renaissance palaces, you effortlessly snake through alleys that would be a slog to walk. Before you know it, you’re at the Trevi Fountain. You can park your Segway briefly to toss a coin over your shoulder (yes, you can still partake in that tradition on a Segway tour!). After making a wish, you continue onwards to the Spanish Steps. Rather than climbing its 135 steps on foot, you might roll up the gentle slope of the surrounding streets to catch the view from the top or bottom—don’t worry, you won’t beattempting to ride down the staircase! Each stop comes with colorful commentary: as you pause near the Pantheon’s massive columns, for instance, you learn how this nearly 2000-year-old temple still boasts the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome.It’s an awesome feeling to pivot on your Segway and see that ancient dome on one side and a lively gelateria on the other, truly experiencing Rome’s blend of old and new.

A classic segway highlights tour tends to stick to central Rome, covering landmarks within a relatively compact area. The beauty of the Segway here is not that it goes super fast, but that it glides along continuously. You don’t waste time getting tired or lost between sights—your guide leads the way, so you can simply enjoy the ride and scenery.

Typically, Classic City Highlights Tours last about 2.5 to 3 hours and cover places like the Colosseum, Roman Forum (from outside), Capitoline Hill, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona(with its famous Four Rivers Fountain), and often Castel Sant’Angelo or a viewpoint of the Vatican across the Tiber. By the end, you’ve essentially done what would be a full day’s worth of sightseeing in an afternoon. It’s perfect if you only have a short stay in Rome or want to get oriented quickly. And despite covering so much, it doesn’t feel rushed—since you’re not trudging between sites, you actually have the energy to enjoy each stop.

A scene from Rome Highlight Segway Tour. Organized by Fat Tire Tours.

Travel Tip: Remember that a Segway tour means standing for 2–3 hours. Wear your most comfortable shoes with good support – this isn’t the day for flip-flops or heels. Whenever you pause at a site, take a moment to flex your ankles or stretch your legs. A quick rest (or even stepping off for a minute at a scheduled break) will keep you comfortable through the whole tour.

Ancient Rome on Two Wheels: History-Focused Segway Tours

For history buffs or those who want to delve into the Roman Empire’s legacy, there are Segway tours that focus on the ancient side of Rome. These routes zero in on areas like the Colosseum and Forum but often extend to other historical sites that might be a bit farther out.

One common itinerary starts around the Colosseum as well, but after taking in the grandeur of Rome’s most famous amphitheater, you might glide south towards the Circus Maximus. As you cruise alongside what once was the empire’s largest chariot racing stadium, it’s easy to imagine the roar of 250.000 spectators—though today it’s a peaceful grassy field perfect for a Segway jaunt. From there, an ancient Rome tour might take you up the Aventine Hill (one of Rome’s legendary seven hills) for a quieter historical atmosphere. On the Aventine, you can find the Orange Garden (Giardino degli Aranci) with its romantic overlook of the city, or peer through the famous Aventine Keyhole to catch a secret view of St. Peter’s Basilica far away – little surprises like that add a special touch to these tours.

Skirting the vast oval of Circus Maximus—Rome’s former chariot racetrack turned green corridor for easy riding. Photographer: © Blunker

History-focused Segway routes often include sites like the Baths of Caracalla (the ruins of a massive ancient bath complex) or the Appian Way, if time allows. The Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) is an ancient road flanked by tombs and pine trees stretching into the countryside, and it’s a bit off the typical tourist path due to distance. But on a Segway, reaching it is feasible on longer tours.

Rome Segway Tours: Pause at the imposing Baths of Caracalla to picture Rome’s grandest bathing halls. Photographer: Scaliger.

Longer routes reach the Appian Way: basalt stones, pine shade, and countryside views. Photo © Giuseppe Di Paolo

Imagine rolling over original Roman paving stones that have been there for millennia – it’s a bumpier ride, yes, but incredibly atmospheric. Some tours offer the Appian Way as a dedicated half-day experience, where you spend 4+ hours including a picnic or lunch break, gliding past old ruins, church catacombs, and even an aqueduct park. Not every Segway tour goes that far, but those that do will really give you bragging rights that you saw a part of Rome most visitors miss.

A photo from Ancient Rome Segway Tour. Organized by Rolling Rome Segway

Even within the city center, an ancient-themed tour gives you more depth at each stop. The guide might linger a bit longer when overlooking the Roman Forum, describing which fallen column belonged to which temple, or recounting the dramatic events that took place at the Capitoline Hill (like Emperor Marcus Aurelius addressing citizens, right where his statue stands today).

Theatre of Marcellus—often mistaken for a smaller Colosseum—adds a lesser‑known stop to the route. Photo by Aleksandr Medvedkov.

You might also visit lesser-known ruins, like the Teatro di Marcello (an ancient theater often mistaken for a smaller Colosseum) or temples in the Forum Boarium by the Tiber. These aren’t always covered on a broad highlights tour, but a Segway allows a thematic route to include them without much sweat. By the end of an ancient Rome Segway tour, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for how the modern city overlays its ancient past. It’s like peeling back layers of time while effortlessly rolling through Rome’s oldest quarters.

Temples of the Forum Boarium by the Tiber enrich an ancient‑Rome themed circuit. Photo by Frank Bach.

Travel Tip: Worried about cobblestones? It’s true Rome’s old streets are bumpy. In practice, Segways handle uneven surfaces better than you’d expect. Your guide will lead you along gentler paths when possible, and you’ll take ancient streets slowly. The trick as you ride is to keep your knees slightly bent and relax your grip on the handlebars; let the Segway’s balance do the work. By going easy over rough patches (and sometimes using parallel sidewalks or dirt paths next to old roads), you’ll traverse Circus Maximus or the Appian Way without a hitch – and with a unique story to tell!

Rome by Night – Segway Tours After Dark

Most people see Rome by day, but a night Segway tour reveals a different side of the Eternal City. When the sun goes down, Rome’s monuments take on a dramatic glow.

So, what’s it like to explore after dark on a Segway? For one, the city is calmer in the evenings—traffic thins out, the rush of tour groups subsides, and a magical ambiance settles in. You’ll typically start around twilight, perhaps near Piazza Navona or another central spot. As dusk turns to night, you glide through softly lit streets where lamp posts cast golden halos on the cobblestones. The experience feels a bit like a movie scene:imagine cruising into an almost empty Piazza del Campidoglio (the Capitoline-Square designed by Michelangelo), with the bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius in silhouette and the distant ruins of the Forum subtly illuminated below.

Piazza Navona after dark: glide past Bernini’s fountains under a warm evening glow. Photographer: © Krivinis

Rome Segway Tours : Capitoline’s Piazza del Campidoglio—Michelangelo’s square above the softly lit Forum—feels almost private at night. Photo by © Timeacker

Night Segway tours usually cover many of the same famous sights, but the atmosphere makes them feel new. Take the Trevi Fountain as an example: by night, its turquoise waters seem to glow against the white marble, and with fewer daytime crowds, you might actually hear the water splashing and have space to get a great photo.

Trevi Fountain by night: fewer crowds and luminous water make an easy wish stop. Photographer: © Ekaterinabelova

On a Segway, you can easily hop from the Trevi to the Pantheon in minutes under the stars. The Pantheon at night is closed to visitors, but you can still appreciate its floodlit portico and the quiet of the piazza, disturbed only by the distant notes of a street violinist. Riding through Rome’s narrow lanes after dark is also surprisingly tranquil—except maybe when you turn a corner to find a lively nighttime gelato shop or a bar where locals spill out laughing on the street.

Your guide will ensure you experience the best night-time vantage points: perhaps a stop on the Ponte Sant’Angelo to admire St. Peter’s Basilica dome glowing in the distance, or a spin around Piazza Navona where Bernini’s fountains play in shimmering light. These tours, often around 2 to 3 hours long, focus a bit less on detailed history and more on the romance and panorama of the city at night. Guides share stories and legends (like the ghost stories of Castel Sant’Angelo or tales of la dolce vita on Via Veneto), adding to the mood.

Rome Segway Tour by Night. Organized by Fat Tire Tours

A nice perk is that evening temperatures, especially in summer, are cooler—so a night Segway can be more comfortable than a midday trek under the sun. Plus, you get to experience Rome when it’s less frenetic. Safety-wise, routes at night stick to well-lit areas and avoid any sketchy zones, so you feel secure throughout.

If you’re a couple, a night Segway tour can even feel a bit romantic gliding side by side. And if you’re an avid photographer, the city’s night illuminations provide stunning backdrops without the harsh shadows of daytime. In short, a Segway night tour offers a quieter, almost enchanted exploration of Rome. It’s an ideal choice if you’ve already done the daytime sights or just want to see the classics from a fresh, moonlit perspective.

Tailoring Your Ride: Private and Small-Group Segway Tours

Rome Segway tours come in various formats to suit different travel styles. The standard is a shared small-group tour: you’ll join a handful of other travelers (often capped at 6 to 8 people) led by one guide. Small groups are great—they’re social, you might meet fellow travelers, and the guide can still give personalized attention, answering questions and ensuring everyone keeps up. However, you might be wondering if a private tour is worth the extra cost.

Private Segway tours are essentially your own custom experience: just you, your partner or family, and the guide. The benefit? You can often tailor the itinerary or pace. If your family is into photography, the guide can include more scenic stops for that perfect shot. If you have a deep interest in, say, ancient history or Baroque art, the guide can focus more time on related sites or stories. With a private tour, you also get flexibility on timing—maybe you want to start extra early to avoid crowds or you’re hoping to propose marriage in front of a particular fountain (it has happened on these tours!).

For families, a private Segway tour can be fantastic if your kids are old enough. Since riders generally must be 16 or older (some companies might accept slightly younger teens with parental consent and a guide’s supervision), this isn’t an activity for families with little ones. But for a family with older teens or adult children, doing a Segway tour together is often a trip highlight. It gives the younger folks something techy and fun to do that still involves learning about the city.

Many parents report that their teens,who might normally tune out on a museum tour, are all-in during a Segway adventure because it’s active and engaging. Private tours in this context let the guide bond with your family, maybe even turning the tour into a friendly competition of who masters the Segway quickest or who can spot the next landmark first. The memories (and laughter) you get are unique.

Whether private or group, most Segway tours have similar routes; the difference is in personalization and pace. In a group tour, you’ll follow a set itinerary. In a private tour, if you spontaneously decide you want to stop for a cannoli at that cute bakery you just passed, you can! Also, if you’re nervous about riding, a private guide can spend a bit more time one-on-one during training, and adjust the tour if needed (perhaps sticking to more open areas until you gain confidence). That said, even on group tours, guides are very attentive and won’t leave anyone behind. They’re used to mixed experience levels and keep a moderate pace.

So it comes down to preference: join a small group for a fun, well-oiled sightseeing ride, or book a private Segway tour for a bespoke journey at your own rhythm. Either way, you’ll see Rome from a new vantage point, and likely learn and laugh along the way.

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Is One Day Enough for Both the Vatican and Colosseum?

It’s definitely a challenge to cover the Vatican City and the Colosseum area in only one day. Each location on its own can easily consume half a day or more:

• The Vatican Museums are enormous – they contain around 70.000 artworks in total (with about 20.000 on display), spread across 8 miles of galleries and corridors. Even a focused visit “on fast-forward” will take at least 2 to 3 hours to see the highlights.

• St. Peter’s Basilica, right next to the Vatican Museums, is the world’s largest church and holds treasures like Michelangelo’s Pietà and the stunning dome. It’s free to enter, but the security line can be very long (often another 30-60 minutes wait).

• The Colosseum isn’t just an amphitheater to quickly peek at – your ticket also includes the sprawling Roman Forum and Palatine Hill ruins next door.This archaeological park covers a vast area where you could wander for hours, imagining ancient Romans around every corner. The Colosseum itself, a massive arena that once held up to 50000+ spectators, usually takes about an hour to tour inside if you’re efficient, but exploring the Forum/Palatine fully would require additional hours you probably won’t have.

Considering the sheer scale and significance of each site, squeezing both into one day means accepting that you won’t see everything in depth. We hafta prioritize the must-see sections and be okay with moving at a brisk pace (teh trade-off for covering maximum ground). One day is enough to get a taste of both the Vatican’s artistic wonders and Ancient Rome’s grandeur, but not enough to digest every detail. Think of it as a sampler platter of Rome: you’ll get the flavor, even if you can’t feast on every course.

Rome in a day: Colosseum to the Vatican, with icons in between—Forum, Trevi Fountain, Castel Sant’Angelo, and the Arch of Titus.

On the bright side, countless travelers have successfully done the Colosseum and Vatican on the same day. It’s definately doable if you plan strategically and manage your time well. The key is to start early, stay flexible, and keep an eye on the clock while still enjoying the experience. Who wouldn’t wanna brag that in a single day they stood under the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling and inside the Colosseum’s arena?

Planning the Day: Which to Visit First?

A crucial decision is where to go first: the Vatican or the Colosseum? Both strategies have their merits, and the best choice can depend on the season, crowd patterns, and your personal travel style.

Most travelers opt to visit the Vatican first in the morning, and for good reason. The Vatican Museums open around 9:00 AM (with special early admissions even earlier), and the morning is your best chance to see the art collections before the crowds become overwhelming. If you arrive right at opening with pre-booked tickets, you can wander the halls and marvel at masterpieces like Raphael’s frescoes and Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam in the Sistine Chapel with relatively fewer people around. By late morning, the Vatican can turn into a packed house, and moving through the galleries becomes slow (in peak season it’s a “zoo” by mid-day). Starting here while you’re fresh allows you to appreciate the art and history more calmly. After finishing the Museums (and perhaps a quick look inside St. Peter’s Basilica), you can recharge during lunch and then head to the Colosseum once the worst of the midday heat passes.

Panoramic view of Vatican City and Piazza di San Pietro

On the other hand, some prefer tackling the Colosseum first thing when it opens (around 8:30 AM). Early morning at the Colosseum means cooler temperatures (important if you’re visiting in the high heat of summer) and shorter security lines at the amphitheater. You could explore the Colosseum’s interior and maybe a bit of the Roman Forum in the early hours when these ancient stones aren’t yet baking under the noon sun. The downside is that this schedule puts your Vatican visit around mid-day or early afternoon, which is exactly peak time for crowds at the Museums and St. Peter’s. You’d be diving into the Vatican when it’s most crowded and potentially more exhausting. Unless you have a special skip-the-crowd tour or an afternoon entry that avoids lines, doing the Vatican second might feel more rushed in this scenario.

Overall, the consensus among many experts is to do the Vatican in the morning and the Colosseum area in the later afternoon. This way, you tackle the most crowded indoor site first, then enjoy the open-air ruins later in the day when you won’t mind a more relaxed pace (and when the lighting in the Forum towards evening can be beautiful). However, if you’re visiting during summer or a particularly hot day, consider flipping the order to put the outdoor Colosseum in the cooler morning and the indoor Vatican (which is air-conditioned) in the afternoon. Either approach can work – the important thing is to book timed tickets in advance for both sites so your schedule is locked in.

No matter which you start with, begin as early as possible at the first site, and plan a transition with some downtime in between. Rushing from one mega-attraction straight to the next without a break is a recipe for burnout. We’re gonna need a breather!

One-Day Itinerary for Rome’s Highlights

Let’s paint a picture of how a single day visiting the Vatican and Colosseum might unfold. The key is a disciplined schedule that still leaves room for enjoyment:

Morning: Immersed in the Vatican’s Treasures

7:30 – 9:00 AM: Start Early (Optional Tour) – If you can swing it, take advantage of special early entry options. Some tour companies offer a “Pristine Sistine” tour or first-entry tickets that let you into the Vatican Museums around 7:30 or 8:00 AM, before the general public. This is a fantastic (if pricey) way to admire the Sistine Chapel with a small group. You might find yourself nearly alone under Michelangelo’s painted heavens, a once-in-a-lifetime feeling. Even without a tour, aim to arrive by 8:30 AM at the Vatican Museums entrance so you’re among the first when doors open at 9.

A museum city within a city—the Vatican Museums’ immense footprint, connecting palaces, courtyards, and the Sistine Chapel.

9:00 – 12:00 PM: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel – Once inside, focus on the highlights. The Vatican Museums are a labyrinth of art; it’s tempting to get lost in every gallery, but with limited time you should prioritize famous sections like the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Maps, and of course the Sistine Chapel (which is at the very end of the museum route). Moving purposefully, you can cover the major sights in roughly 2.5 hours. That may sound rushed for a museum that could easily fill an entire day, but you’ll still witness an incredible breadth of art – from ancient statues to Renaissance tapestries – as you wind your way through. Remember, it’s okay to skip some lesser-known rooms; you can’t see everything. Keep an eye on your watch so that by around noon you’re wrapping up your museum visit.

St. Peter’s Basilica from St. Peter’s Square: a grand entrance to the Vatican and home to Bernini’s bronze baldachin inside.

12:00 – 12:30 PM: St. Peter’s Basilica (Quick Visit) – If seeing inside St. Peter’s is a priority, now’s your chance. Normally, exiting the Sistine Chapel leads you out of the museums, and you’d have to walk around to St. Peter’s Square and go through another security line to enter the Basilica. However, one hack (that’s not guaranteed but often works) is to use the special door in the Sistine Chapel that’s intended for tour groups – it leads directly into St. Peter’s, bypassing the external security queue. Officially, it’s for guided tours only, but sometimes independent visitors manage to tag along through that door if a guard allows it. If you took an organized tour, your guide will lead you straight into the Basilica through this shortcut. Inside St. Peter’s, take a few moments to gaze at the soaring dome, Bernini’s bronze canopy (the Baldacchino), and the sunlit interior. Given our tight schedule, you might spend only 30 minutes here – enough to walk down the nave, appreciate Pietà, and even descend briefly into the crypt to see St. Peter’s alleged tomb. It’s a breathtaking church and entry is free, but budget time wisely. (If lines or timing don’t allow a Basilica visit now, you could choose to skip it or return another day if possible.)

Midday: Lunch and a Dash Across the City

12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break – By now you’ve been on your feet all morning, soaking up intense art and history. It’s vital to take a break – you’ve earned it! There are cafes and restaurants in the vicinity of the Vatican.Perhaps grab a quick panini or a plate of pasta at a nearby trattoria in the Prati neighborhood. Use this time not only to refuel on Italian carbs and espresso, but also to rest your legs and recharge mentally. Reflect on all the amazing things you just saw – but don’t relax so much that you lose track of time. We’ll need to head to the Colosseum soon.

A classic Rome view: the Pantheon’s dome and the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Vittoriano) rising over the historic center.

1:30 – 2:00 PM: Travel from Vatican to Colosseum – The Vatican and the Colosseum sit on opposite sides of Rome’s city center, roughly 4 km (2.5 miles) apart. This isn’t a trivial distance when time is short. The fastest way to connect the two is by taxi or rideshare – a cab ride takes around 15–25 minutes without heavy traffic and drops you right at the Colosseum’s entrance. Public transportation is cheaper but can be a bit slower: one option is the Metro (subway) – you’d take Line A from Ottaviano (near the Vatican) towards Termini, then switch to Line B towards Laurentina and get off at Colosseo station. The metro journey itself is maybe 20 minutes, but factoring in walking to the station, waiting for trains, and the transfer at Termini,it can easily be 30-40 minutes total. Buses like the #64 /or/ #40 also connect the Vatican area to the historic center, but they can be crowded and slow due to traffic. Overall, give yourself around an hour for the transfer just to be safe – especially if you plan to use public transport or if Rome’s notorious traffic is in play. We really don’t wanna miss our reserved Colosseum entry time because of a transportation delay. (And please don’t attempt to walk the whole way – yes, it’s walkable in about 60 minutes, but you’ll be walking plenty inside the sites themselves, and every minute counts when you only have one day.)

Afternoon: Exploring Ancient Rome’s Heart

2:00 PM: Colosseum Entry (Timed Ticket) – Ideally, you will have booked a timed entry for the Colosseum in advance, perhaps around 2 PM or 2:30 PM (whenever you’re confident you can arrive by, considering transit). Showing up with a reservation lets you skip the ticket-buying line, but do note that everyone still has to pass a security checkpoint. Security lines at the Colosseum can take 15-30 minutes or more, depending on crowds and time of day. In peak season, even with a booking, it’s wise to arrive 30 minutes before your slot to account for the security queue. Once you clear security and step into the Colosseum’s ancient arena, take a moment to appreciate where you are. Two thousand years ago, this stadium roared with 50000 spectators cheering gladiator battles – now we stand among its weathered arches and tiered seating, dwarfed by history.

Colosseum and Underground chambers

Interior of Colosseum

Spend about an hour inside the Colosseum. With limited time, focus on key features: walk the perimeter of the main level to see the interior structure and the exposed underground chambers where animals and fighters once awaited, and climb up to the second tier for a better view of the whole amphitheater. There are informational signs and maybe small exhibits; take a quick glance but you probably won’t read every detail. Snap those quintessential photos through the Colosseum’s arches with the modern city in the background. It’s a surreal contrast of ancient and new. If you find yourself lingering, just remember we still have more to see – keep an eye on the clock.

3:30 PM: Roman Forum and Palatine Hill – After exiting the Colosseum,your ticket also grants access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill archaeological area next door. By mid-afternoon, entry lines here are usually short or nonexistent (most people enter earlier in the day). Wander through the Forum along the main Via Sacra, imagining it as the bustling epicenter of the Roman Empire. You’ll pass the Arch of Titus, the basilicas and temple ruins, and the grassy remains of what was once a grand civilization’s downtown. Given our tight schedule, it might be wise to prioritize a few highlights: for instance, the Temple of Julius Caesar (where he was cremated), the Vestals’ House and Garden, and the view of the Forum from the foot of the Capitoline Hill near the Curia (Senate house) ruins. Then make your way up the Palatine Hill path if energy permits – from up there you get a panoramic vantage point over the Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other. There’s a small museum atop Palatine and the legendary huts of Romulus, but with limited time, a quick walk through the palace ruins to a viewpoint might suffice. You’ll probably spend at most an hour exploring the Forum/Palatine area, wrapping up by 4:30 or 5:00 PM.

Roman Forum

Keep in mind, by this time many travelers are wilting from fatigue – it’s been a long day. Feel free to find a fountain to refill your water bottle (there are public drinking fountains, called “nasoni”, around Rome) and sit on a marble fragment to rest for a moment, contemplating the rise and fall of an empire. It’s a lot to take in. If you find yourself short on time or energy, it’s okay to trim the Forum visit – even just peeking in from outside or from Capitoline Hill can give a sense of its scope. Some visitors choose to focus mainly on the Colosseum itself and skip an in-depth Forum walk-through when time is scarce.

5:00 PM: Wrapping Up Your Day – As late afternoon turns to early evening, you’ve officially conquered two of Rome’s most formidable sightseeing giants in one day! If you exit the Forum near Piazza Venezia, you might catch a bus or taxi back to your hotel or walk a bit through the city center. Or maybe you’ll have a burst of second wind and wander to nearby sights like the Capitoline Museums or Trevi Fountain (if you somehow still have pep in your step). But most likely, you’ll be ready to find a nice place to collapse – perhaps at a trattoria with a cold drink.

Guided Tours vs. DIY: What’s the Best Way in One Day?

When time is of the essence, joining a guided tour can be a lifesaver – though it comes at a monetary cost and a bit of reduced flexibility. There are tour companies that specifically offer “Rome in a Day” packages, covering the Vatican and Colosseum (and sometimes a few other stops) all in one full-day itinerary. Here’s how the options stack up:

• Guided Tour (especially Private Tours): The biggest advantage is efficiency.A good tour will handle all the logistics – securing skip-the-line tickets, providing transport between the Vatican and Colosseum, and whisking you through each site’s highlights on a tight schedule. Skip-the-queue entry is often included, which means you save potentially hours by bypassing the long public lines. With a private tour or small group, you also get a knowledgeable guide who can share key facts and stories, enriching your experience (and ensuring you don’t waste time lost or looking for what’s important). Many travelers find that guides help keep the pace brisk but smooth; for example, a guide at the Vatican can lead you through the maze of galleries directly to the star attractions without backtracking. If you go the private tour route, you’ll have even more control – the guide can tailor the day to your interests and energy level, and you won’t have to accommodate other group members. The downside, of course, is cost: full-day combo tours can be quite expensive, especially private ones. Also, tours run on a fixed schedule – you might sometimes wish for an extra ten minutes in the Sistine Chapel, but the group has to move on to stay on track. Overall though, for many with only one day to spare, a tour is worth it for the convenience. It can feel like traveling with a fast-pass and a personal history teacher by your side.

• Do-It-Yourself (Individual Exploration): Going on your own offers maximum flexibility – you decide how long to spend at each spot and can linger where your curiosity pulls you (or leave early if you’re feeling overwhelmed). It’s also cheaper; you’ll pay just for the entry tickets and transport, not for guiding services. Some travelers thrive on the freedom and prefer to explore at their own pace with an audio guide or guidebook in hand. However, when attempting Vatican + Colosseum in one day, DIY requires serious preparation to avoid pitfalls. You must book your tickets well in advance (for both the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum time slots) to avoid getting shut out or stuck in endless lines. You’ll need to be your own timekeeper to ensure you leave the Vatican on schedule to make your Colosseum slot (no one wants to be across town fretting that their entry window is closing!). Without a guide, you might miss some context or take longer to find certain famous artworks or vantage points. And if anything goes awry (say, a sudden museum closure or a transit delay), you’ll have to troubleshoot on the fly. It’s definitely doable, especially for seasoned travelers, but it demands a bit more mental energy and discipline.

In summary, if budget allows and you’re keen on a stress-free experience, a guided “two-in-one” tour (ideally a small group or private tour) is a fantastic option. It ensures you’ll hit all the highlights efficiently and learn a ton along the way, essentially making the impossible possible. On the other hand, if you prefer independence or are traveling on a tighter budget, planning it yourself is still feasible – just be sure to plan meticulously and act like your own tour guide: schedule out the day, reserve tickets, and even study a bit beforehand so you know what you’re looking at.

(One middle-ground approach some travelers take is booking a guided tour for one site (say, a morning Vatican tour that ends at St. Peter’s) and then doing the other site on their own in the afternoon. This way you get the benefit of a guide when you most need it – arguably the Vatican’s complex museums – and then a freer schedule later for the Colosseum, which is more straightforward to visit independently, especially with an audio guide.)

Tips to Make the Most of a Whirlwind Day

Taking on the Colosseum and Vatican in one day is a bit like a high-energy scavenger hunt through history. It can be incredibly rewarding if you come prepared. Here are some practical tips to help you survive and thrive during this action-packed day:

• Book Everything in Advance: This cannot be stressed enough. Purchase your Vatican Museums ticket (with a timed entry) and your Colosseum combo ticket online well before your trip. Same-day tickets are risky or sometimes impossible to get due to popularity. Advance tickets let you skip the ticket-buying lines (though you still go through security). If you plan on climbing St. Peter’s Basilica dome or visiting the Colosseum’s underground or arena floor (special sections), those require separate reservations too. Having all your tickets pre-booked will save you hours of waiting.

• Start Early: Begin your day as early as you can manage, even if it means an early alarm. The payoff is experiencing at least one of the sites with fewer crowds and cooler temperatures. Rome’s public transport also gets more crowded later in the morning, so beating the rush hour helps.

• Use Efficient Transportation: Don’t underestimate Rome’s traffic and distances. Plan your route from Vatican to Colosseum ahead of time – whether it’s having the number of a taxi service, using a ride-hailing app, or knowing the metro stops. When in doubt, a taxi is the quickest; yes it costs more than the bus, but when you’re trying to do two days’ worth of tourism in one day, every minute saved is precious.

• Pack Light and Smart: You’ll be on the move all day, so wear comfortable walking shoes (this is not the time for new sandals that haven’t been broken in). Carry a small backpack or bag with the essentials: water bottle, some snacks (a granola bar or fruit for an energy boost), sunscreen and a hat (if it’s sunny), and a light scarf or shawl. The scarf can cover your shoulders or knees in the church if needed for dress code, and also serve as sun protection. Having a compact umbrella or rain poncho is wise if rain is in the forecast. Remember that large backpacks or luggage aren’t allowed in the museums or Colosseum, and you’ll lose time if you have to check bags, so keep it minimal.

• Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks: In the excitement of running from site to site, don’t forget to drink water. Rome often gets hot by afternoon, and all that walking (possibly 15.000+ steps in the day) can sneakily dehydrate you. Refill your water bottle at the fountains. Take short breaks when you can – even 5 minutes of sitting in the shade in the Forum, or on a bench in a Vatican courtyard, can help your body recover. A hurried day doesn’t mean you can’t pause occasionally to just soak in the atmosphere – those moments can be the most memorable.

• Adjust Your Expectations: Perhaps the most important tip is a mental one: go in knowing that you cannot see everything thoroughly. You might not get to linger in the Sistine Chapel as long as you’d like, or you might breeze past exhibits that you find interesting simply because time is tight. And that’s okay. Don’t let FOMO ruin the experience. Instead, celebrate what you are getting to see. Millions of people would envy standing in your shoes at these world wonders, even if only for a short time. By focusing on the top highlights and accepting that this is a “highlight reel” kind of day, you’ll enjoy it more. It’s a bit like sprinting through a museum – not ideal for deep contemplation, but you’ll catch the masterpieces.

• Mind the Closing Times: Keep track of when each site closes on the day of your visit. The Vatican Museums usually have last entry in the afternoon and start ushering people out by early evening (exact times depend on season/weekday) – you’ll be done there by midday in our plan, but just be aware. The Colosseum’s final admission is typically about one hour before sunset, which can range from 3:30 PM in winter to 6:00 PM or later in summer. Don’t plan to arrive too late in the day. Also note that the Forum/Palatine area closes slightly earlier than the Colosseum sometimes, to ensure visitors exit before dark. Check the official schedules so you’re not caught off guard if, say, the Forum starts clearing out at 6:15 PM.

• Have a Backup Plan: Despite your best-laid plans, things can happen. Maybe a public transport delay, or you end up spending more time at the Vatican because you couldn’t resist. If you see you’re running significantly behind by lunch, be prepared to adjust. For example, if you won’t reach the Colosseum in time for your reserved slot, try to modify it or use the Forum/Palatine part first (since those might be more flexible) and enter the Colosseum later. Or, in a worst-case scenario, decide which site means more to you and dedicate quality time to that, and save the other for another trip. It’s not what we aim for, but flexibility can save the day if needed.

By following these tips, you’ll maximize your chances of having a smooth and enjoyable day. It’s going to be a busy day no matter what – but with the right approach, it can also be one of the most memorable days of your travel life.

A One-Day Triumph in Rome

Pulling off visits to the Colosseum and the Vatican in the same day is no small feat. It demands energy, planning, and a dash of daring, but it also offers an unparalleled payoff. In just a single sun-up to sun-down span, you’ll travel from the heights of Renaissance art and spirituality in the Vatican to the core of ancient gladiatorial drama at the Colosseum. Few other days in your life will cover 2000 years of history in a matter of hours.

Yes, it might be a bit of a crazy adventure – at times you’ll feel like you’re racing against the clock, and your feet might beg for mercy by late afternoon. Yet, by evening when you’re savoring a well-earned bowl of pasta and reflecting on the day, you might just marvel at all you’ve seen. Not everyone has the luxury of multiple days in Rome, and for many travelers this blitz-tour is the only way to witness both world-famous sites.

Despite the fatigue, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you made the most of every moment. After all, standing in the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in one day is the kind of story you’ll be telling for years. With smart planning and realistic expectations, that story will be less about stress and more about awe. So go ahead – if one day is all you have, embrace the challenge and dive into Rome head-first. When in Rome, you gotta do what you gotta do, and sometimes that means conquering the Colosseum before lunch and saying hello to the Pope’s backyard by dinner. It’s an experience that’s demanding, yes, but also deeply rewarding – a Roman rendezvous with history that you’ll never forget.

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The Superiority of Private Tours

Visiting the Colosseum, an iconic symbol of ancient Rome, is an unparalleled experience, and the type of tour you choose can significantly influence your enjoyment.

The standard Colosseum ticket costs 18 euros, allowing entrance but leaving you mostly on your own. Alternatively, you might opt for a 30-40 person group tour, priced usually between 60-70 euros. (On official Colosseum tours, each group can include up to 50 people.) This offers guidance and historical context but can feel impersonal due to the large group size. For those seeking a more intimate and engaging experience, private Colosseum tours are available.

Though more expensive due to the exclusivity, these tours are either individual or for small private groups, such as 4 or 6 persons, providing a more attentive and responsive tour guide. In the often crowded atmosphere of the Colosseum, especially in the bustling summer season when up to 3000 people might be present at once, private tours offer a much-improved travel experience. Attendees can easily ask questions and fully absorb the guide’s knowledge without the distractions of a larger crowd.

The personalized attention also ensures that families with young children are well-catered for. Thus, while standard Colosseum tickets and group tours offer affordability and broad historical insight, private tours stand out as an optimal choice for those desiring a more enriching and personalized journey through this ancient amphitheater.

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Interior of the Roman Colosseum – Colosseum Private Tours

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Alternatives of Colosseum Private Tours

Sometimes, during the peak travel season, booking a private tour may be impossible, or the cost of private tours may rise significantly. In such cases, it’s best to consider the most comparable alternatives to private tours. We have some alternative recommendations for you.

Colosseum Early Morning Tours:

• Time of Day: Usually conducted before the Colosseum opens to the public, early morning tours provide an exclusive view of this ancient structure.
• Group Size: Typically organized for small groups, making it an intimate and special experience.
• Seasonal Benefit: Particularly beneficial during the hot summer season in Rome. Exploring the Colosseum in the early hours avoids the scorching heat of midday.
• Experience: Offers an experience akin to a private tour, allowing visitors to explore without the crowds (ideal for couples or small groups seeking a self-paced visit).

Colosseum Night Tours:

• Time of Day: Conducted after the Colosseum is closed to large crowds, the night tours enable visitors to see the amphitheater in a tranquil setting.
• Group Size: Limited in number, ensuring a more personalized and serene experience.
• Seasonal Benefit: Like the early morning tours, night tours are a logical choice in the sweltering summer months, allowing exploration in cooler temperatures.
• Experience: An extraordinary opportunity to see the Colosseum under the stars, offering a magical and different perspective.

Colosseum Underground Tours:

• Coverage: The most comprehensive option, including the Colosseum itself, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Hypogeum (the underground sections of the Colosseum).
• Access: Since access to the Colosseum’s underground is highly restricted, these tours are exclusive but come at a higher price.
• Experience: Similar to private tours, underground tours present a small‑group format with restricted‑area access for in‑depth exploration.
• Unique Feature: Offers an unparalleled view of the underbelly of the Colosseum, something not included in standard tours.

Exploring Beyond the Colosseum

If your budget allows, we highly recommend booking a private tour encompassing the entirety of Rome. Beyond the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, there is so much more to the city waiting to be discovered. With a well-informed guide at your disposal, you’ll explore Rome in its entirety, free from the hassles of direction-finding, ticket purchasing, and navigating through the crowds. We’ve also compiled the best Rome Private Tours for you. Our top picks for the best Colosseum Private Tours and Rome Private Tours are below:

In conclusion, Colosseum Private Tours offer a superior, personalized, and flexible experience with reserved‑entry times and tailored commentary, often spanning the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. So why not make the most of your Roman adventure with a private tour? You’ll be investing not just in a tour, but in memories that will last a lifetime.

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Roman Forum, Rome’s historic center, Italy – Ancient Rome Tours

Rome’s holy heritage stems from historical serendipity, its roots in the fertile ground of ancient Rome’s propensity for myth, superstition and pagan observance. The Empire was a collecting ground of cults and religions. Rome was its great melting pot, mixing a heady brew of deities from Greek, Latin and Etruscan ingredients. Wandering the Forum, a person might have sampled any one of dozens of recipes for salvation—Mithraism, Judaism, the worship of Isis, Osiris, Atargatis, Christianity, Manichaeism—along with cults, such as the one devoted to Cybele, whose priests were expected to go through.

Ancient Ruins of Imperial Forum in Rome – Ancient Rome Tours

Colosseum of Rome, Italy with Constantine triumphal arch – Ancient Rome Tours

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We expect a lot of Rome—sent of empire, mother of civilization, caput mundi—the head of the world. It is the city of the Caesars, of romance, the city of the dolce vita, languorous sunny days, the city of endless galleries of art, of churches and museums, of fountain-splashed piazzas and majestic monuments to its golden age of empire.

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Colosseum Priority Entrance + Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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Life in Ancient Rome

»Panem et circenses« – with free food and bloodthirsty games in the circus and amphitheatre, Roman emperors once kept their people happy, and the holders of political power increased their popularity and fame.

»Sports facilities, fountains, halls of marble, workshops and schools everywhere … charming spectacles of all kinds and countless festive contests« is how Aelius Aristides described Rome in AD 156, while the writer Juvenal obtained a totally different impression just a few decades earlier: »Even in the poorest village, life is better than here in the wild bustle of the capital with thousands of dangers, collapsing buildings and fires … Every night, wagons roll through the narrow, winding alleys, which are blocked by herds and resound with the drovers’ curses …«

SPQR symbol of Roman Empire with Aquila eagle and laurel wreath.

Since it was completely impossible for supply vehicles to make their way through the crowded streets of the residential and commercial areas of the city during the day, when constant building work added to traffic congestion, the huge quantities of consumer goods for the daily needs of a population of about 1.5 million usually had to be hauled into Rome at night. Goods were offered for sale on two large central markets, in 190 granaries, in over 250 mills, as well as in countless warehouses, shops and kiosks, taverns and pubs.

Everyday Life in Rome

Eleven large aqueducts supplied Rome with water. In addition, there were approximately 1,150 wells in the city where most residents fetched their water or had it brought to them by water carriers; only the residences of the rich were connected to the supply of drinking water. Although there was a sewer system for sewage disposal, only a few private individuals and of course public institutions benefited from it.

The poorer residents, who lived in horribly crowded conditions in about 50,000 residential buildings up to six storeys high, carried their waste by the bucketful to a cesspit in the cellar or the nearest drainage ditch. The cramped quarters were illuminated with sooty tallow candles and heated with portable metal basins for coal; cooking was done over an open hearth.

The diet consisted mainly of a porridge made of grain and vegetables, bread, olive oil and salted fish. Approximately one quarter of Rome’s residents also depended on public distributions of grain. Emperors and persons of high rank gained the approval of the people by providing free food, drinks and sweets distributed before events in the circus or amphitheatre. Over time, the free distribution of food and regular entertainment, »bread and games«, became a way for those in power to prevent social unrest and to boost their popularity and fame. The Romans had plenty of spare time. The plebs, usually landless farmers who had fallen into poverty and destitute war veterans, lived on the street and were thankful for any distraction. The rich had others to work for them and could thus enjoy their leisure. Only manual workers and slaves really had to work hard from the early morning.

Ancient Rome: Life or Death

In the Colosseum, the bloody games started in the morning with the presentation of the gladiators – their name is derived from the word gladius, meaning sword. They completed a lap of honour dressed in magnificent robes, and are said to have paid homage to the emperor with »Hail Caesar! We who are about to die salute thee!«, only to depart and allow all sorts of jugglers, dwarves and other bizarre performances to take place first. Later, fanfares announced the appearane of the gladiators, who were variously equipped with shields, swords or lances, armour plates on their arms and legs, or with a shoulder guard, net and spear, and fought out a life-or-death battle.

Remains of Ludus Magnus, Rome, Italy

Reconstruction Sketch of Ludus Magnus in Ancient Rome-2

The victors were celebrated as popular heroes, and it was not unusual for a rich patrician lady to choose a gladiator as her lover for the night. The fighters were recruited from prisoners of war, convicted criminals and a few volunteers, all of whom had to undergo a tough training programme. The enthusiasm of the Romans for these bloody spectacles is difficult to comprehend today, but was clearly based on serious and genuine beliefs about discipline, endurance, bravery in the face of death and willingness for self- sacrifice.

Rome, Italy – Gladiator Advertisement Sign at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy

However, Seneca the younger  voiced massive criticism of this questionable amusement: »In the morning, people are thrown to lions and bears, and at noon, to the spectators. The spectators demand that the victorious murderers are thrown back to those who shall murder them, and keep back the victors for new murders.«

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Finish Point: Colosseum.

Duration: a full day.

Vatican to Colosseum: Plan for Your Trip

The tour starts in the Vatican in the early morning, before St Peter’s Square is flooded with people from all over the world. This is the most enjoyable time of day for a visit. From here continue across a succession of beautiful squares to churches famous for their treasures and all the way to the Colosseum, where weary visitors can find some peace and quiet on the stone seats.

Vatican to Colosseum – The Amazing panorama Saint Peter Square and Saint Peter Basilica at sunset, Vatican City, Rome, Italy

Travel Tip: Look our Vatican City Map and Rome Tourist Map. (Pdf, Image versions are avaible)

Allow sufficient time to explore the  Vatican. Both St Peter’s Basilica with Michelangelo’s Pieta and the Vatican museums are unrivalled in the world. After such a copious helping of art and culture, take a walk across the Gianicolo (Janiculum) to get some fresh air and enjoy a breathtaking view of Rome. At the foot of the hill is the Villa Farnesina, a Renaissance palace with beautiful gardens. After crossing the Tiber, stroll through the quaint alleys of the old city to the Campo de’Fiori. This, “the field of flowers”  with its colourful flower and vegetable stands every weekday morning, is probably the most Roman part of Rome.

Vatican to Colosseum – Campo de ‘Fiori in Rome, Italy. Field of Flowers is one of the main squares of Rome, lively both day, market, and at night, when the terraces are filled with tourists – Kopya

An absolute must among the sights of Rome is the spacious Piazza Navona with Bernini’s Baroque Fountain of the Four Rivers – a favourite backdrop for street entertainers and fast portrait artists. The construction of the Pantheon, just a few steps away, is as simple as it is ingenious.

Vatican to Colosseum – Agrippa’s Pantheon is the best preserved architectural work of ancient Rome and one of the tourist icons of the city

Vatican to Colosseum – Interior of Santa Maria sopra Minerva

It was built to honour the gods by the son-in-law of Emperor Augustus in 27 BC. It takes great strength to support wisdom, says the inscription on the base of the elephant-figure obelisk in front of Santa Maria sopra Minerva. This church is approximately half-way to the busy Piazza Venezia, where the Via dei Fori Imperiali (Imperial Forums)with the imperial forums begins. Here are the crowning highlights of the tour, the ancient ruins of the Foro Romano (Roman Forum) and Colosseum.

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A visitor, who comes here for the first time finds him. self at last where he has so often been before in fancy’s dream, standing in the streets of Rome!

The modern city has no lack of attractive objects: majestic basilicas, solemn churches, stately palaces and the noblest monuments of art. But it is the past which attracts him far more: the Rome of centuries ago irresistibly rises before his mind!

Everywhere he encounters some relic of the past: a mouldering pile, a ruined arch, a broken pillar, a mutilated statue. Into these stones have passed all the tempests of the human spirit, and in seeing them he feels, in heart and brain the immense effort it has cost the ages to create the modern spirit in which ive bresthe and live! By these stones he is reminded that here Empires have risen and fallen and he finds in Rome the greatest events in the history of the world, in the history of art, religion and humanity.

If you are planning to travel to Europe, Rome should be your first choice.

Most of Rome’s historical tourist attractions are relatively close to each other. It is possible to walk to the tourist sites as they are clustered together in a fairly small area of Rome. Make sure you have a good and up-to-date Rome Tourist Map so that you can navigate yourself easily through the streets of Rome.

Below we have made a handy “Rome Tourist Map” (pdf and image format avaible) for your visit. Below you will find the details of the areas in the map.

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Rome Tourist Map: A Few Tips for When You are Visiting Rome

• Book your accommodations in a centrally located place.
• Service is included in hotels and restaurants, but 5-10% of the bill is expected as a tip (mancia). In bars and cafés, service is frequently not included. In such cases, tips are 10-15%. When taking a taxi, round up the amount due.
• For visitors to Rome from the UK and Ireland, there is no quick alternative to flying. By train the best option is Eurostar from London to Paris and an overnight sleeper connection to Rome (booking online: www.raileurope.co.uk). The Euroline buses which connect many European cities have no direct link from London to Rome (the London to Milan route has a journey time of about 25 hours). Arrival by bus or train may be convenient for travellers who are moving on to Rome from other parts of continental Europe. Even then, the journey can take some time: for example, the average overland travel time from Munich to Rome is eleven hours.
• Do not try to see all of Rome in one day. It is impossible to visit every landmark in one, five or even 14 days, plan ahead to make the most of your visit.
• Do research on the time you plan on going on vacation as this will influence your time greatly. In June-July, you might have to deal with huge crowds, but in August you might find the heat unbearable and some stores even closed due to less tourists as well as the heat.
• The centre of Rome is partially closed to private cars or only accessible with a special permit; access to hotels is an exception. Parking spots are in short supply everywhere. For security reasons it is best to leave cars in supervised car parks. Even though the Romans park chaotically, it is imperative to observe no parking signs, since vehicles are towed away.
• Make sure you have enough sunscreen and water while you are walking around the landmarks and museums to avoid severe sunburn and dehydration.
• The Italians are friendly people, if locals see you struggling with a map or even just looking lost, they would most probably stop to assist you.
• Those who wish to bring pets (dogs, cats) to Italy require a new pet pass since 3 July 2004. Among other things, it contains an official veterinary statement of health (no more than 30 days old), a rabies vaccination certificate that is at least 20 days and no more than eleven months old, and a passport photo. In addition, the animal must have a microchip or tattoo. A muzzle and leash are required at all times for dogs.
• You can wear casual clothes for the most part of your trip. Just make sure that you are decently dressed and covered up. Nobody wants unwanted and degrading attention. When you visit the churches, make sure that you, yet again, are dressed appropriately.
• Electricity wise. The mains supply is 220 volts AC. Many travellers, e.g. those from North America and the UK, need an adapter. A standard European plug can only be used if it has narrow contacts.
• For travellers from outside the EU, the following duty-free quantities apply: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco; also 2 litres of wine and 2 litres of sparkling wine or 1 litre of spirits with an alcohol content of more than 22% vol.; 500g of coffee or 200g of coffee extracts, 100 g of tea or 4l)g of tea extract, 50ml of perfume or 0.25 litres of eau de toilette. Gifts up to a value of €175 are also duty-free.
• You do not travel all the way to Rome without visiting the museums. As soon as you have picked the sights you want to see, find out what their opening and closing times are. Since the opening hours of museums in Italy change unusually often, Opening hours it is not possible to keep this information up-to-date even with the best of efforts. To avoid disappointment, ask locally about changes to the opening hours. Many museums are closed on Mondays. Last admission is usually half an hour before closing. Make sure you know which museums charge a fee and what the fees are so that you can budget accordingly. Some have different rates for children, students and seniors. Churches are free to visit and contain many works of art that you might love.
• Rome offers its younger visitors such a variety of sights and recreational attractions that no child should get bored here. The city’s parks provide plenty of space to run and romp. Children’s theatre, pony rides, bicycles, boat trips etc. provide additional entertainment. Since the Romans like children they give them a lot of attention in restaurants and hotels. Many museums, such as the Museo Nazionale Preistorico with its permanent Africa exhibition and the Museo delle Navi Romane, are also interesting for children. The city of Rome publishes a museum guide with a 30-minute tape for the Capitoline Museums and for the Museo della Civiltà Romana, which is also available in English at the entrance. A visit to the zoo with its near-natural environments for the animals or to the botanical gardens on the Largo Cristina di Svezia 24 with over 3,500 species of plants is well worthwhile.
• Since 2005 it has been illegal to smoke in bars and restaurants in Italy. The fine for disregarding the law, between 25 and 250 euros, is particularly expensive for smoking in the presence of children or pregnant women.
• Bus route 110 is a convenient way to discover the 3,000-year history of Rome. The route takes in 80 places of interest. For those in a hurry, the non-stop ticket (approx. 9 euros) provides an overview in the space of two hours. The stop & go day ticket costs 13 euros. (Daily departures at 10.30am, 2pm, 3pm, 5pm and 6pm from Piazza dei Cinquecento in front of the Termini railway station, bus stop C.)

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Illustrated Map of Italy

Younger Romans may have a smattering of English, and in up-scale hotels and restaurants you should have few problems. Most Italian words are pronounced as written, with each vowel arad consonant sounded. Consonants are generally the same as in English, except for c when followed by i or e, when it becomes the soft ch of ‘children’; otherwise, c is hard, as in the English ‘cat’.
The same applies to g when followed by i or e—soft in giardino, as in the English ‘giant’; hard in gat to, as in ‘gate’.
Words ending in o are almost always masculine gender (plural: i); those ending in a are feminine (plural: e).

Italian Phrases for Travel: Days of the week

• Monday: lunedi
• Tuesday: martedi
• Wednesday: mercoledi
• Thursday: giovedi
• Friday: venerdi
• Saturday: sabato
• Sunday: Domenica

Italian Phrases for Travel: Months of the Year

• January: gennaio
• February: febbraio
• March: marzo
• April: aprile
• May: maggio
• June: giugno
• July: luglio
• August: agosto
• September: settembre
• October: ottobre
• November: novembre
• December: dicembre

Italian Phrases for Travel: Numbers

• one: uno
• two: due
• three: tre
• four: quattro
• five: cinque
• six: sei
• seven: sette
• eight: otto
• nine: nove
  10: dieci
  11: undid
  12: dodici
  13: tredici
  14: quattordici
  15: quindici
  16: sedici
  17: diciassette
  18: diciotto
  19: diciannove
  20: venti
• 30: trenta
• 40: quaranta
• 50: cinquanta
• 60: sessanta
• 70: settanta
• 80: ottanta
• 90: novanta
  100: cento
  101: cento uno
• 200: duecento
  1.000: mille
  2.000: due mila
• 1,000,000: milione

Italian Phrases for Travel: Basic Vocabulary

• OK/alright: va bene
• please: per favore
• thank you: grazie
• you’re welcome: prego
• good morning: buon giorno
• good afternoon/good evening: buona sera
• good night: buona notte
• morning: mattino
• afternoon: pomeriggio
• evening: sera
• night: notte
• early: presto
• late: tardi
• yesterday: ieri
• today: oggi
• tomorrow: domani
• next week: la settimana prossima
• last week: la settimana scorsa
• here: qui/qua
• there: li / la
• small: piccolo
• large: grande
• nothing: niente
• what?: che?
• who?: chi?
• where?: dove?
• when?: quando?
• why?: perche?
• how?: come?
• how much is it?: quant’e?
• expensive: caro
• good: buono
• bad: cattivo
• beautiful: bello
• ugly: brutto
• well: bene
• badly: male
• with: con
• but: ma
• and: e/ed
• very: molto
• all: tutto
• near: vicino
• far: lontano
• on the left: a sinistra
• on the right: a destra
• straight ahead: diritto
• slow: piano
• fast: presto/rapido
• hot: caldo
• cold: freddo
• up: su
• down: giu
• open: aperto
• closed: chiuso
• entrance: entrata
• exit: uscita
• how are you?: come sta?
• very well, thank you: benissimo, grazie
• do you speak English?: parla inglese?
• I would like…:  vorrei…
• do you have…?: avete…?
• is there…?: c’e un…?
• what time is it?: che ore sono?
• I’m sorry: mi scusi
• I don’t know: non lo so
• I don’t understand: non capisco
• excuse me (to attract attention): senta
• excuse me (on a bus, train, etc): permesso
• help: aiuto

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Rome has so many adventures to choose from that it’s easy to miss something spectacular. You might neglect to see a certain sight, or take the time to go to a specific restaurant, or make the effort to visit a one of Rome’s ambiant and charming late night spots. We have conveniently listed the best options Rome in two days has to offer below.

Rome in Two Days: Trip Plan – Day 1

Breakfast

1. Campo de’ Fiori (Piazza Farnese. Via Giulia etc) Walk (30 min)—The Ghetto.
2. Isola Tiberina, Piazza Bocca della Verita (Aventino) to the Campidoglio.

Campo de ‘Fiori in Rome, Italy. Field of Flowers is one of the main squares of Rome, lively both day, market, and at night, when the terraces are filled with tourists

Morning

1. The Campidoglio
2. The Forum
3. The Colosseum
4. San Clemente
   San Giovanni in Laterano
5. Lunch(Colle Oppio).
6. Walk (30 min)— Trajan’s Forum (Foro di Traiano),
7. Piazza Venezia etc to Fontana di Trevi.

Rome in two days : Trevi Fountain

Afternoon

1. Fontana di Trevi
   Colonna di Marco Aurelia
2. Santa Maria sopra Minerva
3. Pantheon
4. Piazza Navona
   Walk (Via dei Coronari, Via Governo Vecchio etc)
5. Shopping—Via del Corso, Via Condotti.

Rome in Two Days : Famous Pantheon

Evening

1. Walk/bus to Trastevere (Ponte Sisto) (Santa Maria in Trastevere)
   (Santa Cecilia etc)
   Dinner in Trastevere

People are eating outdoors in a typical trattoria in Trastevere, historic district of Rome, Italy

Santa Cecilia in Trastevere Church

Rome in Two Days: Trip Plan – Day 2

Breakfast: Piazza Navona. Walk (30 min) to Castel Sant’Angelo via Ponte Sant’Angeio.
Morning: Castel Sant’Angelo, Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Afternoon: Walk to Piazza del Popolo.
Piazza del Popolo (Villa Borghese) Pincio. (Walk)
Piazza di Spagna.

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The Vatican City is small, but quite complicated. Below we have made a handy “Vatican City Map” (pdf and image format avaible) for your visit. Below you will find the details of the areas in the map.

Vatican City Map: Basic (Image Format)

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Vatican City Map: Detailed (Image Format)

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Parts of Vatican City

1-St. Peter’s Basilica

The most famous Christian church is dedicated to the memory of the apostle St. Peter, who according to tradition was the first bishop of Rome; every pope as head of the Catholic church regards himself as St Peter’s successor. The history of St Peter’s Basilica is also the history of the papacy. The Christian world owes the first St Peter’s Basilica, built between 315 and 349, to Emperor Constantine. The technically difficult location on the slope of the Vatican hill was apparent even then. Moreover, the church was located far outside the city. As a reason for selecting this particular location, it can be surmised – with some archaeological substantiation and with reference to the Romans’ good memory for places and historical events – that the grave of the apostle Peter is located here; according to tradition, he suffered martyrdom in 64 or 67 in the reign of Nero in the imperial gardens by the Vatican hill.

St Peter Square – Vatican City. Wonderful view of Dome – Cupola di San Pietro .

Old St Peter’s, an early Christian basilica with a nave and double aisles on each side, was restored on many occasions and beautifully decorated, but after the exile of the popes in Avignon and the schism of 1378, it was close to collapse. Therefore, in 1452, Nicholas V decided to build a new church for the re-emergent city of Rome with the help of all Christendom  including financial contributions from indulgences, to which Martin Luther was opposed.

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The project, a completely new building which was pushed ahead with feverish intensity from 1506, continued under every pope from Julius II (1503-1513) to Pius VI (1775-1799). The architects tasked with the project were Bramante, whose first design called for a central plan in the layout of a Greek cross with a nave and two aisles; followed by Giuliano da Sangallo with Fra Giocondo and Raphael; the latter discarded Bramante’s plan in favour of a basilica with side chapels and a crossing. Baldassare Peruzzi favoured Bramante’s plan, while Antonio da Sangallo was inclined towards Raphael’s design. When Michelangelo finally took over the project in 1547 at the age of 72 years, he fundamentally decided in favour of Bramante’s plan, which he simplified. In particular, he designed the dome, the drum of which was completed before his death in 1564. Other architects included Vignola, Ligorio, della Porta, Fontana and Maderno.

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1.b. Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel, built for Pope Sixtus IV between 1473 and 1484 in the Vatican Palace, is a simple room with dimensions that correspond to those of the Temple of Solomon. The division of the room into a presbyter and a section for the congregation is marked by the variegated geometric patterns on the multi-coloured marble floor as well as a marble screen with iron lattice created by Mino da Fiesole and Andrea Bregno.

The church is regarded as the papal house chapel and is used by the pope for internal church sendees and on ceremonial occasions. After the death of a pope, the conclave to elect the new head of the Catholic church takes place here.

Ceiling of the Sistine chapel in the Vatican museum in Vatican

Pope Julius II described the effect of the frescoes as “terribile”, when on All Saints’ Day of the year 1512, he was finally able to view what the Tuscan sculptor, painter and architect Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) had created in four years. The pope and the artist did not always see eye to eye during this project. Michelangelo was allowed to paint as he saw fit, but the clerical artistic advisors of the pontiff monitored the subject matter and its iconographic implementation. The artist designed a grand trompe l’oeuil architecture for the ceiling, with painted pillars and corner alcoves as extensions of the real architecture of the chapel. In this framework Michelangelo combined a whirling interplay of colours and figures, dynamically illustrating the genesis of mankind from the creation to the fall, the prophets and sibyls as heralds of divine majesty, and a variety of episodes from the Old Testament, including events from the lives of Noah and of Moses and of David.

Detail of the Universal Judgement inside the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City.

The Sistine Chapel was fully restored between 1980 and 1994, and was rededicated by the pope at the end of 1999. The frescoes were freed of layers of candle soot, dust, varnish, oil and grease as well as over-painting and damage in an elaborate chemical process with simultaneous computer documentation, so that the cosmos of colour once again shines as it did in Michelangelo’s time, as if he had just climbed down from the scaffolding.

Travel Tip: On a busy day in Vatican, more than 25.000 (circa) people pass through the doors of the Vatican Museums. So, if you’d like to visit the Vatican and avoid the queues, skip the long entrance queues and have fast, hassle-free entry.

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The Sistine Chapel closes two hours before the museums.

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 2- St. Peter Square

Between 1656 and 1667, in front of the already-completed St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, Bernini created St. Peter Square (Italian: Piazza San Pietro). This stage on which believers from all over the world assemble is possibly the most famous square in the world and has lost none of its fascination to this day.

The piazza consists of two parts, an ellipse 340m/1,115ft long and 240m/787ft wide, and the trapezoidal Piazza Retta, which rises in steps and simultaneously widens towards the church, flanked by statues of the apostles Peter and Paul. Bernini surrounded the oval with quadruple semi-circular colonnades consisting of a total of 284 columns and 88 pillars made of travertine, with the figures of 140 saints on the balustrade. On the left and right, the water jets of two I4m/46ft-high fountains pour into huge granite basins. Two discs in the pavement on the left and right mark the focal points of the ellipse, the Centri del Colonnato. From these points, the four columns that stand one behind the other in each colonnade are aligned to appear as one.

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The starting point is the enormous Colosseum. This immense amphitheatre, of which we still admire the ancient splendour, was begun by Vespasian in A. D. 72 and finished by his son Titus in A. D. 80. There is scarcely a page of Roman history that is not connected with the Colosseum, which became the symbol of the city and its life.  In the neighbouring Colie Oppio there are 45 minute guided tours of the Domus Aurea, the golden palace of Emperor Nero. Note: pre-booking is required!

Rome in One Day – Colosseum

Rome in One Day Domus Aurea,

An absolute must-see is the outdoor museum Roman Forum and Palatine with impressive ruins from the time of the Roman republic and the imperial age. The name, Roman Forum, designated the group of monuments whose ruins are between the Capitol, the Imperial Forums, the Colosseum and the Palatine. The Forum was crossed by the Via Sacra which led to the Capitoline hill. These stones are witnesses of all the tempests of the human spirit. These ruins show us how Empires rose and fell and how Rome was present in the greatest epochs of the world, epochs of art, history, religion and humanity. In ancient times the multi-storey Trajan’s Markets on the adjacent Imperial Forums contained approximately 150 shops.

Rome in One Day – View of the roman ruins in Rome, Italy. – Temple of Saturn

Rome in One Day -The Trajan’s Forum, an ancient Roman market, housing the Imperial Forum Museum (Museo dei Fori Imperiali)

Everything was for sale here, from fresh fish and vegetables to expensive silks. Imperial Forums connect to the Capitoline Hill, the heart and political centre of the city for over 2,500 years. The treasures of the Capitoline Museum also include the emblem of Rome, the Capitoline Wolf from the 5th century BC. On the northern flank of the hill the huge Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele towers over the congested Piazza Venezia; crossing the piazza can be quite an adventure.

Capitoline Wolf Romulus Remus – Capitoline

Rome in One Day- Capitoline hill

On the opposite side, the Doria Pamphilj Gallery exhibits an exquisite collection of paintings by European masters of the 15th to 18th centuries. The next stop is Rome’s most magnificent fountain, the Baroque Trevi Fountain. It is said that visitors can ensure their return to the Eternal City by tossing three coins into the fountain.

Rome in One Day – Trevi Fountain

Rome in One Day – Doria Pamphilj Gallery

Just a few steps away, the Pasta Museum tells the story of Italy’s favourite food. The bustling Via del Corso leads through an attractive shopping area up to the Piazza del Popolo, a place to take a well-deserved coffee break in the Café Rosati or Canova. For a view over the roofs of Rome, climb up to the Pincio. To round off the tour, enjoy the hustle and bustle on the Spanish Steps at the Piazza di Spagna.

Rome in One Day – Piazza di Spagna and the Spanish Steps in Rome

Rome in One Day – Winter season rome aerial view from monte pincio viewpoint at Villa Borghese

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