ROME · ITALY
The best of Rome, in one place.
The 15 most popular half-day tours in Rome, with prices, run times and the booking platform for each. The ones worth fixing your days around, and what each actually gets you once you are through the gate.
Half-day Tivoli escape from Rome with a guided visit to Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este, two UNESCO sites with admissions included.
Most Popular“David was a great tour guide providing information and facts well beyond just the tour! Worth the time to visit if you have a free aftrenoon in Rome”
Rome golf cart tour for Pantheon, Colosseum and Trevi in 3 hours. Pickup, photo stops, snack and water. Private or small group.
“A great way to see the entire city without having to walk for great distances. Very comfortable ride and the guide was informative and accommodating.”
Half-day train trip from Rome to Ostia Antica. See Neptune’s Baths, the Forica toilets, and the amphitheater with a small-group guide.
“This was a great tour of a vast but relatively unknown archaeological site. I have visited several similar places, and this can certainly hold its own among the top sites in the world. Alberto, our tour guide, did a phenomenal job explaining the cultural and historical significance of each area as we walked through the…”
Half-day coach tour from Rome to the Appian Way, San Callisto Catacombs, and aqueduct ruins, with guided history and optional headsets.
“Tour operator phoned with less than 24 hours notice to state that they could not accommodate us on the tour which we booked and paid for 2 weeks earlier. No explanation offered, no refund yet received.”
Half-day Frascati wine tour from Rome with town walk, 3 boutique tastings, farmhouse lunch, and vineyard views.
“We really enjoyed the tour, the tour guide knew loads about the wines and the vineyard, but also the local area frascati. She was really interesting and the time flew by. Wine was lovely, decent servings and food was nice too. Also their olive oil is great! We were pleasantly surprised by the prices of…”
A 3-hour evening walk through Trastevere and Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, from Largo Argentina ruins to Santa Maria and Campo de’ Fiori.
“This was probably one of the best tours I have taken ever. Our guide Paolo was not only extremely knowledgeable but also passionate about Rome and we came out with a special feeling about the city and its History. Take the tour if you can.”
A 4-hour coach tour from Rome to Tivoli for Hadrian’s Villa ruins and Villa d’Este gardens, with guided visits and transport included.
“You need more time to cover the two gardens, 6 hours rather than 4. Also offering times that allow Hotel guests to have breakfast and then go, so not leaving at 08.30 or 9 but more like 10 or 11am.”
Half-day Frascati wine tour with a small group, a family winery with an ancient cave, and an osteria lunch packed with local wine.
“Despite rain and canceled trains, we had a wonderful time on this tour. Everyone was very flexible and accommodating. We learned a lot and had wonderful wine and food. Thank you!”
A small-group Rome food and wine walk through Campo de’ Fiori and Trastevere, ending with supper and gelato for about 4 hours.
“The walking food and wine tour was one of our favorite activities we did while in Rome. Of course seeing all the famous tourist sites is great, but this was a nice break from the craziness of everything. Catia was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Since she is local, she gave a lot of extra recommendations…”
Ride a Vespa with a driver in Rome for 3 hours, seeing major sights and backstreets with helmets and a small group.
“Wonderful tour around Rome. Unfortunately, we’ve forgotten the name of our guides, but loved all of the intimate spots around town they showed us. One particular location was so beautiful I had decided to chose it as my proposal location to my now Fiancé. The convenience of the Vespa travel, the overview of historical background,…”
Minivan tour of Rome’s icons in 4 hours with hotel pickup, quick photo stops, and a smart overview from Roman Forum to Vatican City.
“Tour guide was great. He knew the city like the back of his hand..Would do it again. Great job. Looking forward”
Follow Angels and Demons landmarks on a small-group Rome walk, with Bernini, the Pantheon, and St Peter’s views for about $76.
“Everything was ok, unfortunately 2 importante point was closed, Santa María de la Vitoria and chinesa del popolo, so we couldn’t complete the visit”
Ride Rome on a Vespa with a private guide and driver. Tailored 3-hour route with hotel pickup, coffee or gelato, and insurance.
“What a fantastic thing think to do in Rome. Were were met at our accommodation and given a quick briefing and asked what we would like to see. Our guides were fantastic and took us to many of the less visited parts of Rome, while still giving us a detailed history of the city. We…”
Private 3-hour Rome tour by electric golf cart or classic eFiat with hotel pickup, quick stops at top sights, and custom routing.
“We highly recommend the golf cart tour. A great way to see the sites in just a bit of time. Ivanna was a very knowledgeable and fun tour guide! We will do this again when we return.”
Half-day Frascati tour with a guided town walk and family winery lunch. Taste jug wine, boutique bottles, and EVO oil.
“We wanted to visit a vineyard, but not too far from Rome. This place was EXECELLENT! Easy 30 minute train ride from Roma Termini to Frascsti. Nico, Paulinena, Alfredo and chefs were very kind and added a sense of brightness to a gloomy rainy day. Highly recommend. I would add pictures and video, but don’t…”
From the Colosseum and the Vatican to the trattorias of Trastevere and the day trips beyond the walls.
