Colosseum & Ancient Rome+ Lunch + Vatican Museums

Experience a captivating journey through the heart of Rome where ancient history, extraordinary art, and profound religious heritage come together in one unforgettable day. Begin by exploring the Colosseum, the iconic Flavian Amphitheatre that once hosted gladiatorial combats and spectacular public events, then continue to the Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to the ruins of imperial palaces. Walk through the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of political, social, and economic life, where temples, arches, and basilicas reveal the grandeur of the ancient empire.

Discover the artistic treasures of the Vatican Museums, home to an immense collection gathered by the Popes across centuries. Admire masterpieces in the Pio Clementino Hall, the Gallery of Maps, the Candelabra Gallery, and the Gallery of Tapestries before stepping into the Sistine Chapel to witness Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes. Follow your guide along the walls of Vatican City to reach St. Peter’s Square, framed by Bernini’s magnificent colonnade and crowned by Michelangelo’s imposing dome, standing before the exterior of St. Peter’s Basilica, the spiritual heart of the Catholic world.