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Private Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Rome
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Private Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Rome

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Ages 0-110
Duration: 2–3 hours
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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  • Your own exclusive expert certified tour guide
  • Headsets for groups when appropriate
  • Authentic Italian Gelato or Coffee
What's not included
  • Additional food and drink
  • Transportation to or from the meeting point
  • Gratuities


Start:
  • Foro Traiano, 84, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
    Arrive at Trajan's Column next to the central Piazza Venezia, We will meet at the fence directly in front of the column, between the two similar looking churches with domes.
End:
  • Piazza di Spagna, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
    Piazza Spagna is the site of the Spanish Steps. There is a metro station next to the piazza, and not far away it is easy to catch a bus or a taxi from Via Tritone or Piazza del Popolo.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 282076P5

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 282076P5

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  • Foro Traiano, 84, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
    Arrive at Trajan's Column next to the central Piazza Venezia, We will meet at the fence directly in front of the column, between the two similar looking churches with domes.
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  • Piazza di Spagna, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
    Piazza Spagna is the site of the Spanish Steps. There is a metro station next to the piazza, and not far away it is easy to catch a bus or a taxi from Via Tritone or Piazza del Popolo.
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  • Roman Vacations
    423
    Rome, Lazio, Italy
    Joined in September 2020
  • Travel557423
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely incredible
    Our trip was amazing. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very professional. Would highly recommend. Easy to book
    Written 28 November 2024
  • KerriCoronato
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wow, just wow!
    Wow, just wow! Loved our tour guide (man from Pittsburgh...forgot his name!)! So much information! So much to see and learn! We loved it and highly recommend!
    Written 23 November 2024
  • Kristin W
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Skip the line as you immerse yourself in the history of the Vatican!
    Our tour guide was amazing. She guided us through the Vatican for 3.5 hours. We learned so much and we truly were able to “skip the line” several times as she squeezed our group in and out of the crowds.
    Written 13 November 2024
  • 10JoM
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bucket List Dream Come True – Unforgettable Colosseum Tour!
    Roman Vacations - Absolutely outstanding tour – I can’t recommend it highly enough! Our group was small, with only eight people, which made for a personal and immersive experience. Huge thanks to our guide, Mirca, who was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the Colosseum’s history. Visiting this iconic landmark has been a lifelong dream, and Mirca brought its stories and significance to life in a way that was both engaging and memorable. A must-do for anyone visiting Rome!
    Written 12 November 2024
  • kennethfP4284ZW
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Colosseum and Roman Forum with Arena Floor Access
    A wonderful experience with our tour guide Rich, who had an immense amount of knowledge of the ancient history of the Colosseum, Roman forum and the surroundings. He made it an educational, but numerous experience. We definitely recommend. Kenneth and Carol from London.
    Written 10 November 2024
  • RachelCB2015
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic Tour
    Fantastic tour & with guide Mitch! My 13 year old nephew and I really enjoyed the tour.. although it wasnt cheap it was ideal being able to skip the queue and get in fairly quickly as there were also the usual security checks to do too. .. it was good to be in a small group of 10 people and would definately recommend including the arena access to enter via the Gladiator gate... which had the wow factor! Our guide Mitch was great! His tour was informative and it was great to hear more about the collosseum than if we'd gone under our own steam..
    Written 5 November 2024
  • ryangY131DH
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible experience on Roman Vacation Tour
    I’ve always enjoyed exploring historical sites like the Colosseum and Roman Forum at my own pace, but this tour with Mircea as our guide completely transformed the experience. From start to finish, he was incredible. His deep knowledge and passion for Roman history brought the ancient ruins to life. The little stories he shared—from the significance of tiny holes in the walls to the pickaxe still lodged in the Colosseum—added a unique touch that you wouldn’t get on your own. Mircea’s insights and storytelling made this tour unforgettable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Rome!
    Written 4 November 2024
  • R4409HFjameso
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing small tour of Colloseum and Palace!
    Excellent tour with our guide Mirca/Midge/starts with an M? (Not Fabio) He was super knowledgeable, bursting with information and gave time to answer individual questions. He ensured my 10 year old son was able to see views where possible. Our group size was 10 which was great, and we skipped the long queues into the palace and the Colloseum. I wouldn't hesitate to use Roman Vacations again when back in Rome with Mirca!
    Written 29 October 2024
  • nikkikokoda
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Engaging, informative and respectful
    So glad we opted to do the Walkig tour in the Jewish Getto, guide was well versed, engaging us with every turn. Respectful and passionate in her craft.. highly recommend Roman Vacations to everyone..
    Written 28 October 2024
  • terrihW3287AX
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth every penny
    We took our three children on the afternoon tour led by Milcha. It was superb! Milcha brought the Forum and Colosseum to life he curated the exhibits with great stories and contextualised Roman life against contemporary culture and politics. It left me wanting to go back the next day to drink it all in. Thank you!
    Written 21 October 2024
  • alinams2
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best tour ever!!
    We have attended 5 tours of Rome and the surrounding area, and this was absolutely the VERY BEST one!!! Our guide 'Mike' was very knowledgeable of the history of the area, and he did a great job managing the time to ensure we would be able to see all of the important areas of the tour. The checking in process was super smooth, and I would absolutely recommend Rome Vacation as your go-to tour company!!
    Written 21 October 2024
  • Z2835MDmichaelh
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great small group tour of the interior of the Colosseum, arena floor and Roman Forum!
    Excellent small group tour with an experienced tour guide that provided a lot of great information and highlights throughout the tour of the interior of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The arena floor access was amazing! I highly recommend this tour.
    Written 19 October 2024
  • 777sherip
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful tour and excellent guide!
    We easily found the tour office, it was well marked with company logo. We were greeted warmly by staff at the office. The group was truly a small group, and the guide was not only knowledgeable about the Colosseum and Forum, he was able to give us a lot of good information on the history of Rome in general! Great tour would highly recommend. However, the tour is closer to about 3-3.5 hours, and I would not plan other tours in the same day, lots of walking!
    Written 15 October 2024
  • 233DougR
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth it!
    Our Guide Marcelo gave us a great 3 hour tour. He was a walking encyclopedia of Roman history as well as all the details of the colosseum, and other aspects of the Roman forum. Highly recommend this tour.
    Written 15 October 2024
  • JackBronson1
    0 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Rome at night tour was good
    Daniel was a fine guide, easygoing and knowledgeable. Took us to see interesting things on a very nice night. Tour was a hair under 2 hours; not sure if we were just fast and saw everything that would take 2-3 hours (as the website says).
    Written 14 October 2024
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Jose P
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
Excellent guided tour with Daniel, our tour guide.
Well paced tour, our guide took sufficient time to explain about the sites and never hurried
Highly recommend to do this tour
Written 3 October 2023
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Thank you, happy to hear that you enjoyed Rome city tour with Daniel!
Written 4 October 2023
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