One day in Rome walking tours

You could explore Rome for ages, but seeing the most iconic sights in just one day is possible. Taking an organised walking tour is surely one of the best way to do that. 

Tours like these ones, include whole plan of sightseeing (you can even make your own itinerary!), all tickets and easy transport in the city. Plus, you experienced local guide knows exactly what to see and how to get there quickly. Guides will share with your stories about the ancient buildings, squares and monuments you'll pass.

These tours are mostly private and you'll be picked up from your hotel or apartment in Rome. Some tours are made specifically for cruise visitors on Mediterranean cruises and include free pick-up (and drop-off) from cruise port in Civitavecchia.

Hand-picked Rome in a day tours:

1. Rome's 12 best highlights tour

Seeing Rome in one day can be challenging and this 7-hour tour makes it possible. The tour does the planning for you, covering the best of the city in full day sightseeing. Some of the highlights include: Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Pantheon, St Peter's Square, Spanish steps...

Guides on this tour are professional, attentive and fun and will even show you where to have a tasty lunch. The tour starts with pick-up from your hotel!

3. Rome by golf cart private tour

You'll fall in love with Rome on this private full-day guided tour by golf cart. During the tour you'll see so many sights which you never would have seen on foot, plus you'll have a friendly guide with your.

Choose your own route and visit sights you most want to (Colosseum, Piazza Navona, Giardino degli Aranci, Campo de' Fiori, Spanish Steps and much more). Your guide can pick you up from your Rome's hotel or you can meet in historic centre.

4. Rome in a day small-group tour (from Civitavecchia)

This tour is designated for cruise visitors as it picks you up from your cruise ship and takes you to Rome in comfortable 8-passenger minivan. You will see the most famous sights of Rome such as the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, Circus Maximus, Teatro di Marcello, St Peter's Square and many others.

Your guide will take you to Janiculum Hill, one of the best spots in Rome for amazing panoramic views of the city. After spending 9 hours in Rome, you'll be taken back to your cruise ship.

5. Private Rome golf cart tour (with the Colosseum guided tour)

This is a fun private tour when you will be picked up at you hotel and ride around Rome by golf cart. Great way to see some of the city's highlights in one morning. You'll visit Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and the Spanish Steps. Plus, the visit to the Colosseum with guided tour is included in this tour (skip the line tickets are included).  Once the tour is finished, you'll be dropped-off at your hotel accommodation.

6. Best of Rome private tour (Civitavecchia shore excursion)

You'll love exploring Rome on this shore excursion from your cruise ship. Your guide will help you to make the most of your day in Rome (the tour will last around 9 hours).

Explore the highlights of Rome such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Spanish Steps and much more. You'll go to the Janiculum Hill, one of the best locations for a panoramic view of the city. The guide will also show you where to eat delicious food for a low price.

7. Private guided tour of Rome (top sights in 4 hour)

Ideal for travellers short on time, this tour covers the best of Rome in just 4 hours while travelling in a luxury minivan. The tour includes top sights such as the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain while making room for intriguing off-the-beaten-path gems.

The tour guide/driver will listen to your wishes and visit the places you may want to visit. Meeting point is Piazza Venezia or you can be picked-up from your hotel! Stay at Nerva Boutique Hotel, and you'll easily reach the meeting point!

8. Rome day tour with private driver

This full-day tour of Rome is completely hassle-free. The tour covers all of Rome's top sights such as the Pantheon, St Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum... (note that tickets for sights are not included in the price) with driver riding you around. Drivers/guides are professional, knowledgeable and friendly and will help you to make the most of your sightseeing.

The tours lasts 8 hours and has two departures (8:00am and 9:00am). The driver will pick you up (and drop off) from your Rome accommodation.

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