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Combo (Save 48%): Colosseum + Vatican Museums Guided Tour

Name: Combo (Save 48%): Colosseum + Vatican Museums Guided Tour
Start: 2026-08-27T11:00:00
End: 2026-08-27T14:00:00
Location: Rome

With this money-saving combo, go on unique guided tours of Rome's 2 most iconic sites. View divine artworks in the Vatican Museums and learn the Colosseum's history!

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English Guided Tour

from ~~Original price€162.75~~

€85.05

48% off

Make your visit to the Colosseum and Vatican more immersive with two expertly guided tours in English. A great-value option for travelers who want engaging stories and historical insight across both ancient and artistic Rome.
Schedule both tours on the same day or on different days—your choice
Timed entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Timed entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Spanish Guided Tour

from ~~Original price€107.38~~

€87.66

18% off

Make your visit to the Colosseum and Vatican more immersive with two expertly guided tours in Spanish. A great-value option for travelers who want engaging stories and historical insight across both ancient and artistic Rome.
Schedule both tours on the same day or on different days—your choice
Timed entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Timed entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Italian Guided Tour

from ~~Original price€175~~

€94.94

46% off

Make your visit to the Colosseum and Vatican more immersive with two expertly guided tours in Italian. A great-value option for travelers who want engaging stories and historical insight across both ancient and artistic Rome.
Schedule both tours on the same day or on different days—your choice
Timed entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Timed entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

French Guided Tour

from ~~Original price€131.38~~

€107.01

19% off

Make your visit to the Colosseum and Vatican more immersive with two expertly guided tours in French. A great-value option for travelers who want engaging stories and historical insight across both ancient and artistic Rome.
Schedule both tours on the same day or on different days—your choice
Timed entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Timed entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

German Guided Tour

from ~~Original price€220.38~~

€116.01

47% off

Make your visit to the Colosseum and Vatican more immersive with two expertly guided tours in German. A great-value option for travelers who want engaging stories and historical insight across both ancient and artistic Rome.
Schedule both tours on the same day or on different days—your choice
Timed entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Timed entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

4.4/5(35,772)

Wellington S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A simply wonderful experience! We booked this tour practically at the last minute, and we couldn’t have made a better decision. From the very beginning, everything was very well organized, and the experience completely exceeded our expectations. I want to give a very special shout-out to our guide, Raúl, who was simply extraordinary. He was very friendly, polite, attentive, and, above all, incredibly knowledgeable. He explained the history and all the details of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in a clear, interesting, and engaging way, making sure we thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the visit. You can tell that Raúl is truly passionate about his work. He was attentive to the group at all times, always ready to answer questions and explain every detail. In a place with so much history and so many things to discover, having a guide like Raúl makes all the difference. It was an unforgettable experience for our family. Even though we booked at the last minute, everything went perfectly, and we were thrilled to have found this company—and especially to have been lucky enough to have Raúl as our guide. We recommend him 100%! If you have the chance to take this tour, don’t hesitate. And if you can choose your guide, ask for Raúl! He definitely made our visit to the Vatican even more special and unforgettable. A huge thank you to the whole team—and especially to Raúl! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Beatriz R

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica was an absolutely wonderful experience and highly recommended. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized, and we were able to enjoy some of Rome’s most impressive sites without missing a single detail. The wealth of history, art, and beauty you can take in during the tour is incredible. Raúl, our guide, deserves special mention for making the visit even more special. He is a true professional—approachable, friendly, and, above all, passionate about what he explains. His knowledge of history, art, and the Vatican is vast, and he knew how to convey it in a very engaging, clear, and entertaining way. In addition, he was attentive to the group at all times and answered all our questions with patience and warmth. Thanks to his explanations, we were able to understand and appreciate the works of art and spaces much better—without a good guide, we might not have enjoyed them in the same way. The Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Museums, and the majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica exceeded all our expectations. Without a doubt, this is a must-see tour and, above all, an experience worth repeating. If you have the chance to take this tour with Raúl, don’t hesitate: 100% recommended!

Zachary L

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

We really loved our tour guide Daniella, she was so expressive and brought a lot of personality to the tour! While the Vatican is busy place to visit, she helped make the experience feel not too overwhelming while giving us a rich and detailed tour of everything we were seeing (and there is a lot to see). It is incredibly beautiful and to ensure you get the full history and explanation of everything you are seeing, I can't recommend this tour enough!!

Jacqueline V

Group

Verified booking

Last week

A great guide who makes the tour just a little more fun and interesting. Clear in every detail. Quick access to the Vatican, a smooth walk past the lines to get inside. We also moved quickly through all the security checks there. Superbly organized. The Sistine Chapel was definitely the most impressive part. It was incredibly crowded there, but our guide was considerate toward everyone and everything. Highly recommended!

Nicole C

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Tour guide Lia was AMAZING! She was so knowledgeable and explained everything wonderfully. She has a passion for this history and the artifacts and it showed. The tour was informative and informative we were able to enter into the Vatican in no time, Lia knowing the ways to navigate to get us inside and avoid the large queues.

Alexander V

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Our visit to the Vatican museum was fantastic. It' makes a huge difference walking through the museum with a knowledgeable guide versus doing it on your own. Our guide, Elisa I believe, was not only knowledgeable but also very passionate about her job. She did an amazing job engaging the group and answering questions.

Explore Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill with an expert guide

Continue to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel—home to Michelangelo’s ceiling

Pre-booked timed access helps you avoid on-site purchase queues at both sites

Discover Ancient Rome and Renaissance art in one seamless, well-planned experience

Flexible scheduling—visit both landmarks on the same day or split across days

Colosseum

Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French or German-speaking guide

Timed entry to Colosseum

Vatican Museums

Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry

Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French or German-speaking guide

Colosseum

Access to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, or upper floors

Vatican Museums

Access to St. Peter's Basilica

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Christopher S
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
St Peter Basilica was better than expected. The Vatican museum was very interesting. The Sistine Chapel was a wee bit disappointing, far to busy, very noisy and people still trying to take photos. All in all I would rate the day 9/10
Barbara S
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Lorena was a wonderful tour guide! Very personable and very informative. Encouraged questions. She made the tour enjoyable. Our group was great too! Very friendly and interested in getting to know each other. The art was beautiful!
Silvia S
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Our guide, Susanna, with her experience and elegance, made this tour truly interesting and full of information I didn't know. I recommend this tour company for exploring the wonders of Rome.
Jessica R
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Mateo was an incredible guide! He's clearly very knowledgable and made the history feel so tangible. Despite covering so much in such a short time, the tour was comfortable and relaxed. Would book again!
Sara P
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The interiors of the Vatican museums are truly fantastic. I thought the tour was very well organized, and our guide, Daniela, was friendly and explained everything in a simple way.

Experience two sides of Rome—ancient power and papal splendor—on this flexible, skip-the-line guided combo.

Getting started

Head to your assigned meeting points at the Colosseum and Vatican, depending on your chosen dates. Arrive at least 15–20 minutes early with valid ID for a smooth check-in. Security checks are mandatory at both sites, so expect bag scans.

What to expect

Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors at the world’s most iconic ancient arena.

Enter the Colosseum with a guide who brings the amphitheater’s brutal history to life.

Continue to the Roman Forum—once the political and commercial heart of Rome.

Climb Palatine Hill, the mythological birthplace of Rome and home to imperial palaces.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Discover one of the world’s greatest art collections inside the Vatican.

Stroll through halls like the Gallery of Maps and the opulent Raphael Rooms.

End at the Sistine Chapel—stand beneath Michelangelo’s breathtaking ceiling fresco.

What to bring

It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

Colosseum

For safety and security reasons, no large backpacks or pieces of luggage are allowed inside the Colosseum. No storage facility is available. You can, however, take a baby stroller into the Colosseum with you, should it be necessary.

Vatican Museums

Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.

Big bags and suitcases aren't allowed inside the attraction, but guests can make use of the lockers on site.

Since complete silence is to be observed within the walls of the Sistine Chapel according to the rules of the Vatican, the guides will provide you with information about the site outside the Chapel. Visitors are to maintain silence within the Chapel as well.

Photography and the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited in the Sistine Chapel.

Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue, with the exception of guide dogs.

Accessibility

Colosseum

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Vatican Museums

While the guided tour is not accessible by wheelchair, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.

Additional info

Bookings require accurate full names, so double-check at checkout to avoid issues. Bring a valid photo ID—it must match your ticket for entry!

Tours may be split across days or done on the same day based on your choice.

Book tours on different days or leave at least 3–4 hours between them. If visiting both on the same day, keep at least 1 hour between slots—commute takes 30–40 mins.

Each guided tour lasts 2–3 hours, so allow time for personal exploration too.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.