Rome 12 Highlights Full-Day Private Tour by Car
by Rome limousines
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€756Overview
This private full-day tour covers 12 significant landmarks across Rome, designed to fit into about seven hours. The tour is conducted in an air-conditioned Mercedes with a professional driver-guide who is also an expert in Roman art history and archaeology. The itinerary involves stops at each location for photos and explanations, though all visits are from the outside unless otherwise indicated. The tour begins with a stop at Teatro di Marcello, Rome’s second largest ancient theater, built in the 1st century BC and still standing with its original arches. Next, the route includes views of Palatine Hill, where Rome was founded and later became the home of emperors, stopping on the southern crest of the Circus Maximus for views. The Circus Maximus itself is seen from outside, a large flat area once used for chariot races. Continuing to Piazza Venezia, the tour pauses to see the monument honoring Victor Emmanuel II and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Roman Forum is viewed next from Capitol Hill or Imperial Forum Street, where guests have time to explore and photograph. At St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, visitors receive a briefing and time to explore the open square around St. Peter’s Basilica. The Trevi Fountain stop allows visitors close access from street level to see the fountain’s water display and toss a coin. The Spanish Steps and nearby plaza are next, followed by Piazza Navona, a square shaped like an ancient Roman stadium and a showcase of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. The Pantheon is viewed from outside with an option to extend time for entry if guests have tickets. The tour then visits Terrazza del Gianicolo, known for panoramic views of the city and the daily noon cannon firing. Finally, the Colosseum is seen from the outside with explanations about its history as a gladiatorial arena. Included are bottled water, private transportation with air conditioning, and parking fees. Lunch, entrance tickets, and gratuities are not included. The guide provides recommendations for food and shopping but does not enter ticketed sites unless guests hold their own tickets and have selected the private licensed guide option. The tour adapts if major city events affect access to planned stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Teatro di Marcello
This is Rome's second largest ancient theater and the only one still standing, built in the 1st century BC by Augustus and dedicated to his nephew Marcellus. The structure's arches have survived over time, and in the 16th century it became part of a private residence. The tour stops here for about 15 minutes to provide a photo opportunity and an explanation of the site's history.
15 min
Palatine Hill
One of Rome's seven hills and the legendary founding site of the city in the 8th century BC. It later served as the emperors' private residence. Guests view the hill from outside, stopping on the southern crest of the Circus Maximus for photos and commentary during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Circus Maximus
The largest stadium built for chariot races, now a flat green area. Visitors see the site from outside, particularly from the southern crest, where panoramic views are available. The stop lasts about 15 minutes with explanations and photo opportunities.
15 min
Victor Emmanuel II Monument at Piazza Venezia
This monument in Rome's main square honors Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of unified Italy. It features the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the top of the central staircase, guarded by two soldiers and eternal flames. The stop is about 15 minutes for viewing from the square's corner with explanation and photos.
15 min
Roman Forum
The heart of ancient Rome, originally a marketplace and later a civic center for public functions. Visitors view the Forum from Capitol Hill or Imperial Forum Street. The stop is 30 minutes, allowing time for photos and exploration accompanied by explanations.
30 min
St. Peter's Square
Located in Vatican City, this square is central to Christian culture and the location where the Pope holds audiences and blessings. After a brief explanation from the guide, guests have one hour to explore and take photos within the open public space.
60 min
Trevi Fountain
A large water fountain that represents a Roman aqueduct. Visitors can approach the fountain from street level to toss a coin and make a wish. The stop lasts about 30 minutes, including a historical explanation and time for photos.
30 min
Spanish Steps
A famous plaza with the Spanish Steps, located near Rome's fashion district and frequented by local and international visitors. The stop is about 30 minutes.
30 min
Piazza Navona
A public square shaped like an ancient Roman stadium from 86 AD, transformed by Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Visitors are dropped off nearby and given 15 minutes for photos and exploration after a historical explanation.
15 min
Pantheon
A temple built over 2,000 years ago dedicated to all gods, notable for its engineering dome. Visitors see the exterior and can spend 30 minutes here. Ticket offices are at the entrance for those who wish to enter; extra time can be provided if guests hold tickets.
30 min
Terrazza del Gianicolo
A terrace providing panoramic views of the city, framed by a large fountain. The site is famous for the daily noon cannon firing. The stop lasts about 30 minutes for photos and a short walk.
30 min
Colosseum
The Flavian Amphitheater built in the 1st century AD for gladiatorial contests and hunts. Visitors see the exterior during a 30-minute stop with detailed explanations and photo opportunities.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Rome 12 Highlights Full-Day Private Tour by Car
by Rome limousines
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€756Overview
This private full-day tour covers 12 significant landmarks across Rome, designed to fit into about seven hours. The tour is conducted in an air-conditioned Mercedes with a professional driver-guide who is also an expert in Roman art history and archaeology. The itinerary involves stops at each location for photos and explanations, though all visits are from the outside unless otherwise indicated. The tour begins with a stop at Teatro di Marcello, Rome’s second largest ancient theater, built in the 1st century BC and still standing with its original arches. Next, the route includes views of Palatine Hill, where Rome was founded and later became the home of emperors, stopping on the southern crest of the Circus Maximus for views. The Circus Maximus itself is seen from outside, a large flat area once used for chariot races. Continuing to Piazza Venezia, the tour pauses to see the monument honoring Victor Emmanuel II and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Roman Forum is viewed next from Capitol Hill or Imperial Forum Street, where guests have time to explore and photograph. At St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, visitors receive a briefing and time to explore the open square around St. Peter’s Basilica. The Trevi Fountain stop allows visitors close access from street level to see the fountain’s water display and toss a coin. The Spanish Steps and nearby plaza are next, followed by Piazza Navona, a square shaped like an ancient Roman stadium and a showcase of Renaissance and Baroque architecture. The Pantheon is viewed from outside with an option to extend time for entry if guests have tickets. The tour then visits Terrazza del Gianicolo, known for panoramic views of the city and the daily noon cannon firing. Finally, the Colosseum is seen from the outside with explanations about its history as a gladiatorial arena. Included are bottled water, private transportation with air conditioning, and parking fees. Lunch, entrance tickets, and gratuities are not included. The guide provides recommendations for food and shopping but does not enter ticketed sites unless guests hold their own tickets and have selected the private licensed guide option. The tour adapts if major city events affect access to planned stops.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Teatro di Marcello
This is Rome's second largest ancient theater and the only one still standing, built in the 1st century BC by Augustus and dedicated to his nephew Marcellus. The structure's arches have survived over time, and in the 16th century it became part of a private residence. The tour stops here for about 15 minutes to provide a photo opportunity and an explanation of the site's history.
15 min
Palatine Hill
One of Rome's seven hills and the legendary founding site of the city in the 8th century BC. It later served as the emperors' private residence. Guests view the hill from outside, stopping on the southern crest of the Circus Maximus for photos and commentary during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Circus Maximus
The largest stadium built for chariot races, now a flat green area. Visitors see the site from outside, particularly from the southern crest, where panoramic views are available. The stop lasts about 15 minutes with explanations and photo opportunities.
15 min
Victor Emmanuel II Monument at Piazza Venezia
This monument in Rome's main square honors Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of unified Italy. It features the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the top of the central staircase, guarded by two soldiers and eternal flames. The stop is about 15 minutes for viewing from the square's corner with explanation and photos.
15 min
Roman Forum
The heart of ancient Rome, originally a marketplace and later a civic center for public functions. Visitors view the Forum from Capitol Hill or Imperial Forum Street. The stop is 30 minutes, allowing time for photos and exploration accompanied by explanations.
30 min
St. Peter's Square
Located in Vatican City, this square is central to Christian culture and the location where the Pope holds audiences and blessings. After a brief explanation from the guide, guests have one hour to explore and take photos within the open public space.
60 min
Trevi Fountain
A large water fountain that represents a Roman aqueduct. Visitors can approach the fountain from street level to toss a coin and make a wish. The stop lasts about 30 minutes, including a historical explanation and time for photos.
30 min
Spanish Steps
A famous plaza with the Spanish Steps, located near Rome's fashion district and frequented by local and international visitors. The stop is about 30 minutes.
30 min
Piazza Navona
A public square shaped like an ancient Roman stadium from 86 AD, transformed by Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Visitors are dropped off nearby and given 15 minutes for photos and exploration after a historical explanation.
15 min
Pantheon
A temple built over 2,000 years ago dedicated to all gods, notable for its engineering dome. Visitors see the exterior and can spend 30 minutes here. Ticket offices are at the entrance for those who wish to enter; extra time can be provided if guests hold tickets.
30 min
Terrazza del Gianicolo
A terrace providing panoramic views of the city, framed by a large fountain. The site is famous for the daily noon cannon firing. The stop lasts about 30 minutes for photos and a short walk.
30 min
Colosseum
The Flavian Amphitheater built in the 1st century AD for gladiatorial contests and hunts. Visitors see the exterior during a 30-minute stop with detailed explanations and photo opportunities.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.