Cultural & Theme Tours in Rome

Rome Unique Photoshoot with Professional Photographer (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Capture your memories in Rome with a professional photoshoot at iconic landmarks. This session features stunning backdrops, including the spots you will select such as: Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Pantheon. Enjoy a 30-minute or up to 1,5 hour portrait session at the city, where the ancient stone walls enhance your photos. - Professional photographer captures your moments at iconic sites - 40 high-quality photos delivered after the session - Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon and many more spots in a relaxed outdoor setting

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Roma in one Day by Golf Cart Guide (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Discover Rome's iconic landmarks on a convenient three-hour golf cart tour, perfect for travelers arriving at Civitavecchia port. Enjoy your day in Rome, allowing you to maximize your time exploring the Eternal City without hassle. This unique tour offers an effortless way to see famous sites while enjoying the comfort of a guided ride. Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Rome, all in a single day. - Enjoy a three-hour guided golf cart tour of iconic sites Let yourself be fascinated by the stories and secrets of ancient Rome, come and discover its most hidden alleys and its legends.

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Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Capitoline Museums Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 3 h 20 min

Discover the history and architecture of Imperial Rome on a guided walking tour through some of the city’s most important historic areas. Explore the heart of ancient Rome while your guide shares stories about Roman emperors, monuments and everyday life in the ancient city. Along the way, enjoy impressive views of archaeological sites, historic squares and some of Rome’s most recognizable landmarks. The experience also includes a guided visit to the Capitoline Museums, home to one of the world’s most important collections of Roman art and sculpture. Combining outdoor exploration, history, art and panoramic views, this tour offers a well-rounded introduction to Ancient Rome and the Capitoline Hill.

Ara Pacis Museum Ticket with Audio Guide (opens in a new tab)

1 h – 2 h

Visit the Ara Pacis Augustae, one of Ancient Rome's most iconic monuments. This ticket grants you access to the museum and includes an exclusive digital audio guide, designed to enhance your visit by revealing the history, symbols, and intricate details of this remarkable altar. Available in five languages, the audio guide allows for independent exploration at your own pace, making it easy to dive deep into the stories behind the majestic reliefs and the significant figures of the Augustan era. The museum, an architectural masterpiece by Richard Meier, creates a stunning backdrop for this ancient treasure.

Pantheon Express Guided Tour with Admission Ticket (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h

Step inside Rome’s most iconic and best-preserved ancient building on this 1-hour guided tour of the Pantheon. Marvel at the grandeur of its massive dome, explore the intricately designed interior, and learn the fascinating history of this architectural masterpiece that has stood for nearly 2,000 years. Your expert guide will share captivating stories about the Pantheon’s origins, its role in Roman history, and the famous figures buried within, including the Renaissance artist Raphael. With your entry ticket included, you can skip the lines and make the most of your hour in one of Rome’s most treasured landmarks. Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Rome’s timeless marvel, this tour offers an unforgettable insight into the heart of the Eternal City.

Ancient Ostia Ruins Archaelogical Park Fullday from Rome (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Explore the incredible Ancient Ostia Roman Port (Ostia Antica) a large archeological site, the location of the harbour city of ancient Rome, this Tour focuses on some of the archaeological remains of Imperial Ostia and Portus: • Apartments buildings, with two or three upper floors • The so-called medianum-apartments, the habitations of the commercial middle class • Domus, the houses of the upper class • Hotels, brothels, bars and hundreds of shops • Baths and communal latrines • The seats of guilds • Workshops, such as bakeries and fulleries • Store buildings • Public buildings • Temples and little shrines, dedicated to traditional and oriental deities • Wall-paintings • Mosaics • Sculpture • Graffiti Skip-The-Line Tickets Included. Local licensed Tour Guide in Ostia Antica Ruins (if option selected) Lunch time in a typical local Restaurant near the Ruins (own expense). Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome.

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Rome Trevi Pantheon Navona Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 h

Explore the heart of Rome on a 2-hour walking tour linking three iconic landmarks: the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. The route takes place entirely outdoors, with no entry tickets or queues. Meet your guide at Piazza di Spagna, near the Spanish Steps, and begin your walk through Rome’s historic centre. Continue to the Trevi Fountain and discover the story of Oceanus, the Aqua Virgo aqueduct and the famous coin-throwing tradition. Next, reach the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of Ancient Rome. Admire its impressive columns and learn how it has survived for nearly 2,000 years. Finish at Piazza Navona, built on the site of the Stadium of Domitian. Hear the story of Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers and the square’s role in Roman life.

Best of Tivoli Guided Tour with Old Town, D'Este, Gregoriana & Hadrian's Villas (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Find the antiquated Tivoli Villas and Gardens on a half-day visit from Rome. Find out about this old city, which is more established than Rome, as you visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa. Walk around the rich greenery enclosures and lovely wellsprings and envision what the city resembled amid its prime.  • Visit the UNESCO-recorded Villa D'Easte and Hadrian's Villa; • Learn about the city's old history from your local guide;

Private 3 hours Walking Tour of Rome (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

The city of Rome has more than 2760 years of existence. In this private walking tour you will get to know some of the most representative places of the Old City of Rome. Amongst other monuments and sights you can get to know: • Navona Square • Pantheon (considered as one of the 7 architectural wonders of the world) • St. Ignatius Church • St. Maria Sopra Minerva Church and square • Pietra square • Campo Dei Fiori (a beautiful fruit and vegetable market) • Colonna square • Trevi Fountain • Spanish Steps You will be able to enjoy and admire the great architecture and sights of Rome’s most important and well-known monuments. The tour has a duration of 3 hours from the moment of pick up to the moment of drop off in the center of Rome (or your hotel if it is centrally located). Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

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Rome: Borghese Gallery Entry With Exclusive Audio Guide (opens in a new tab)

2 h

What sets this experience apart is the combination of exclusive timed entry and a flexible self-guided audio experience inside one of Rome’s most prestigious museums. Unlike standard tickets, this experience allows you to enter the Borghese Gallery at a reserved time slot, helping you avoid the uncertainty of ticket availability for this highly limited-capacity museum. The included digital audio guide transforms your visit into an immersive journey, revealing the stories, symbolism, and artistic techniques behind masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael — all at your own pace. Designed for independent travelers who value comfort and cultural depth, this experience offers a seamless entry process, curated storytelling, and the freedom to explore one of Rome’s most exclusive art collections without the constraints of a guided group tour.

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Rome: Private Golf Cart Tour with FREE Pasta or Maritozzo Tasting (opens in a new tab)

4 4 h

Why waste time sitting in a restaurant when you can discover Rome and enjoy its authentic flavours at the same time? Explore the Eternal City on a private Rome Golf Cart Tour, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon, alongside charming streets and hidden corners of the historic centre. Along the way, choose between a freshly prepared Roman pasta dish – Carbonara, Amatriciana, Lasagna or Eggplant Parmigiana – or a traditional Roman Maritozzo, a soft pastry filled with your choice of chocolate, lemon curd, ricotta or tiramisu cream. Your food is freshly prepared and delivered during the golf cart experience, combining sightseeing with authentic Roman flavours. Please note: This is not a dine-in experience. Food is delivered during the tour. This is a sightseeing tour with photo stops; entrance tickets and admission to attractions are not included.

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Kid Friendly Guided Tour of Rome Colosseum & Forums (opens in a new tab)

3 h

You’ll see the Colosseum, the most recognisable ancient site in Rome, and explore the Forum and the Emperors' House. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you will be led on a fascinating journey back in time, to ancient Rome, as well as hear stories of the colorful characters who are an integral part of the Colosseum’s ancient history.

Rome: Full-Day Private Tour for Families Includes Vatican Museums (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h

Keep children entertained during this special family-friendly private tour, the perfect way to explore Rome’s most famous sites, accompanied by an expert private guide. On this tour you’ll head to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Il Vittoriano, Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and the Vatican City. Entrance fees are included.

800 Years of Gladiators: A Self Guided Rome Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h 30 min – 2 h

Rome's gladiatorial games didn't begin at the Colosseum - they began in a cattle market, at a senator's funeral, with six fighters and no emperor in sight. This self-guided walking tour traces eight centuries of combat, power, and spectacle across the city that turned violence into a sophisticated entertainment system. The route runs from the Colosseum along the Palatine Hill to the Circus Maximus, where chariot star Gaius Appuleius Diocles once earned a fortune in prize money. In the Forum Boarium, you'll stand where Rome's first recorded gladiatorial combat took place in 264 BC - a funeral rite, not entertainment. A terrace on the Capitoline Hill opens onto a thousand years of temples layered above the Forum. The walk closes past Trajan's Forum and the Basilica of Maxentius, back at the Colosseum. Perfect for history lovers who want more than a photo stop. Install the free VoiceMap app and enter the ticket code from your confirmation email to download the tour and start walking.

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Nemi Day Trip Villages Hidden in the Alban Hills & Volcanic Lakes (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h

Take a trip to Nemi, overlooking the lake of the same name and nicknamed the “jewel of the Castelli Romani,” a small enchanting village just a few kilometers from Rome, known for its timeless charm, breathtaking panorama, and famous wild strawberries. You can also head down to lake Nemi a small circular volcanic lake in the Alban Hills know for its exceptional beauty and crystal clear waters.

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Major Squares Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h – 4 h

After having picked you up at your hotel, we can reach the Spanish Steps, one of the most representative images of Rome in the world. It is a monumental Staircase of 135 steps at the feet of Pincio, from which you can cherish an astonishing view of the whole city. Passing through the stylish Via dei Condotti we approach the majestic Piazza del Popolo. Since various public events such as fairs, games and dramatic executions were held there, it received its present name from a popular tree, from the Latin “populus”, which also meant people. As soon as you approaches the square you can admire the impressive Flaminio Obelisk (the most ancient and the highest in Rome). After a pleasant walk through Via Del Corso, we are now arrived at Piazza Venezia, a strategic place in which intersect some of the most important roads of Rome’s city center: Via del Corso, Via dei Fori Imperiali and Via del Plebiscito, that start right here. There are many sights around the square worth visiting.

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Private Rome Evening Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Maximus Tours is proud to offer the most beautiful Private Evening Walking Tour of the Eternal City. See the best of Rome through the eyes of a local, professional guide. Walk the romantic streets at your own pace, ask questions and get unexpected answers. You'll be strolling the city centre from Piazza Venezia to Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Spanish Steps & finally throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain so you make sure you return. The tour also explores some of the smaller treasures which are off the beaten track and hard to find, but we'll keep these as a surprise. Don't wait until the last minute to book as spaces are limited.

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Sacred and Historic Rome Jubilee Highlights Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 8 h

Embark on a unique journey through Rome's sacred highlights, from St. Peter’s Basilica to the Vatican Museums, the Catacombs of San Callisto, and the stunning Basilica of St. Mary Major. Perfect for families, history lovers, and cultural explorers, this tour offers an immersive experience led by a licensed guide, sharing insider knowledge of Rome's spiritual and artistic treasures. Travel in comfort with a luxury vehicle and driver, ensuring a seamless and memorable adventure through the Eternal City’s most iconic religious and cultural landmarks.

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Tivoli-Villa d'Este Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 h

Step into the magical world of Villa d’Este, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its Renaissance charm and breathtaking beauty. Located in the heart of Tivoli, this architectural and artistic masterpiece promises a captivating journey through history and design. Join an expert guide as they reveal the secrets of the villa’s lavish interiors, adorned with exquisite frescoes and intricate details. Wander through its iconic gardens, where graceful fountains, cascading waterfalls, and meticulously designed landscapes create a serene and inspiring atmosphere. Hear the fascinating story of Cardinal Ippolito II d’Este and the vision that brought this remarkable estate to life. Whether you're passionate about history, enchanted by art, or simply in search of a tranquil retreat, this tour offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the elegance and grandeur of Italian heritage.

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Rome Colosseum Horse-drawn Carriage Tour (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min

Experience Rome like it used to be with an elegant horse-drawn carriage tour See the iconic monuments of ancient Rome from a unique perspective Enjoy a romantic and relaxing experience in the heart of the Eternal City

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