Visit one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome, Santa Maria Maggiore, with a Private Guide and see other highlights of the Old Town, such as the Altar of the Fatherland. Extended options: private car transfers and fast track tickets to the Colosseum.

Highlights
  • Explore the Old Town of Rome with a 5-Star History Expert Guide
  • Visit the major papal basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
  • Immerse yourself in Roman history and legends\
  • Visit the Colosseum or the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the heart of the Old Rome (5 and 6,5-hour options only)
  • Book private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3,5 and 6,5-hour options only)

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  • 2 - 6,5 Hour
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  • Live GuideEnglish, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Polish
  • Walking with transport
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Join this original walking tour to discover the most important holy sites and ancient monuments in the heart of the Eternal City. See the highlights of Old Rome and visit the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore with a 5-Star Licensed Guide. Enjoy an exclusive experience tailored to your needs and interests!

Choose the 2-hour option to visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and see highlights of Old Rome. Santa Maria Maggiore is beautiful to look at but its true value comes from its rich history and cultural heritage. Let your Private Guide introduce you to Christian Late Antiquity as you admire the basilica’s architecture and interior with the venerated image of Salus Populi Romani, the 5th century mosaics depicting different scenes of the New and Old Testament, and other remarkable art. Learn about the feast of Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major and other interesting facts and myths about this Major papal basilica and Rome. Explore the historic streets of the former heart of the Roman Empire and see highlights such as the ruins of the ancient Trajan Forum, the Church of the Most Holy Name of Mary, and the monumental Altar of the Fatherland in Piazza Venezia.

Choose the 3,5-hour option to book private transportation along with your 2-hour guided tour of Old Rome and Santa Maria Maggiore. This option includes a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer between the meeting point and your accommodation, so you can easily get there on time. Book the convenient pickup and drop-off service in advance to save time and effort!

Choose the 5-hour option for an extended walking tour with free entry to Santa Maria Maggiore and priority entrance tickets to the Colosseum complex. Even with an hour long queues, the Colosseum is Rome’s no. 1 attraction. Take a closer look at this ancient masterpiece, one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, and learn about the spectacular gladiator games that were held here in the heyday of the Roman Empire.

Choose the 6,5-hour option to book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer with your extended 4-hour guided tour of Old Rome, Santa Maria Maggiore, and Colosseum complex. This option allows you to enjoy the full itinerary with an additional service of a pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. We will organise a professional driver and private vehicle exclusively for your group to give you a break from the crowds of Rome. Enjoy a hassle-free experience!

Includes
  • Private walking tour of the Old Rome Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, and Colosseum, or Roman Forum and Palatine (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free entry to the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore (all options)
  • Pre-booked timed tickets to the Colosseum or Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (5 and 6,5-hour options only)
  • Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3,5 and 6,5-hour options only)
  • Pre-booked timed tickets to the Colosseum or Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)
  • Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2 and 4-hour options)

Important information

Meeting point

Meet your guide In front of the DoubleTree by Hilton Rome Monti, P.za dell'Esquilino, 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point.

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3,5 and 6,5-hour options only)

Important information

What you should know

  • Please check your email the day before the tour.
  • Transfers and the Colosseum tickets are not included in a 2-hour tour.
  • Church tours during mass and special events are limited.
  • Whispers for groups of 8+ inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore are included in the price.
  • 2-hour guided tour: for the best experience, we will limit the group size to 25 guests per guide.
  • Tickets to the Colosseum are timed, you skip the line to the ticket office but not for the entrance and security checks. Admission is only the first and second order. If the Colosseum is too crowded, you will visit the Roman Forum or Palatine Hill instead. Due to regulations, 1 guide can lead 1-10 people.
  • The 3,5- and 6,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation. The exact transfer time will depend on the distance and traffic.
  • We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.