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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Italy

1,333 tours  ·  from $2

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, gathered in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth giving a whole day to, priced and paced, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour with Optional Basilica - The courtyards provide your first Vatican bearings
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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour with Optional Basilica

1.Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour with Optional Basilica

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 67,413 reviews · from $79Our pick

Follow a live guide through the Vatican Museums, Belvedere Courtyard, Gallery of Maps, Sistine Chapel, and optional St. Peter’s Basilica. Guides such as Antonio, Irene, Olga, Francesco, and Ricardo have led especially engaging tours. Expect crowds, lots of walking, and a fast pace.

“The crowds at The Vatican were insane! Our guide, Alex stayed in line with us to get into the basilica while other guides were leaving. We waited 90 minutes in the ‘skip the line’ line. Our group of 20 was down to 5 by the time the line started to move. Thank you to Alex! It was beautiful once we got in 🙂”

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Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Guided Tour - Meeting near the Colosseum
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Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Guided Tour

2.Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 63,148 reviews · from $78

Explore ancient Rome with a live guide in a small or private group. You’ll see the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in about 1.5 to 2.5 hours, with an optional arena upgrade. Guides such as Andy, Aurora, Bianca, and Valerie are praised for clear stories and sharp local tips.

“Our guide, Jessica was FANTASTIC and schould have 10 out of 5 stars 👏😊 She really made is a great and educational tour - So “Following the lobster” Can be highly recommended. Ulla og Per, Denmark”

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour - The Vatican Museums, from maps to marble
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

3.Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39,149 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $22

Follow an English-speaking guide through the Vatican Museums, Gallery of Maps, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. You’ll use priority entry, hear the guide through a headset, and tour in a group of up to 20. Guides such as Sophia, Maria, Christian, and Laura have earned especially warm praise.

“Highly recommend! Silvia was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. Don’t forget your comfy shoes for the walking!!”

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Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Tour - Roman Forum: temples, basilicas, and public life
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Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Tour

4.Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32,814 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $52

Explore Rome’s Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum in 2.5 hours with a live guide in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, or Portuguese. Guides such as Henry, Leo, Aphrodite, and Alessandra bring the ruins to life, while headsets help you follow along in busy areas.

“We had an amazing experience at the Colosseum and the Roman Forum thanks to our guide Leo. His knowledge was outstanding, and he explained everything in a clear and engaging way. Leo was very caring, funny, and full of positive energy, which made the tour enjoyable from start to finish. Thanks to him, both we and the entire group had a fantastic time. Highly recommended!”

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Rome: Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - Entering the Colosseum with a guide
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Rome: Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

5.Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 27,897 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $55

Walk through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a local guide such as Felicity, Alessandra, or Angela. Expect vivid Roman stories, headset commentary, photo stops, and pre-booked entry. The tour does not include the Colosseum arena or underground.

“The tour was well worth doing. Felicity the tour guide was the best we’ve ever had. So Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about everything. We learned so much and she went over and above for the whole group I couldn’t recommend her anymore.”

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Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour - Meeting at Via dei Fori Imperiali
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Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

6.Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23,903 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about three hours with an English-speaking guide at the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. Expect archaeological stories, Roman politics, movie myths, headsets, reserved entry, and optional arena access. Guides such as Sam, Flavia, Iman, and PG are praised for clear, lively presentations.

“Sam our tour guide is very knowledgeable, he is friendly, engaging well with the guests. He made sure that all guest understand what he is talking about and answer their question as best as he can. Well done Sam!”

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Naples: Naples Underground Entry Ticket and Guided Tour - The Greek-Roman Aqueduct and the water beneath Naples
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Naples: Naples Underground Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

7.Naples Underground Entry Ticket and Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 21,781 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $21

Enter Naples Underground beside San Paolo Maggiore for a 1.5 to 2-hour guided walk through Greek-Roman aqueducts, Roman theater remains, and narrow passages. English and Italian guides lead the visit, with a free multilingual app, brochure, and optional pizza with a drink afterward.

“The tour started on time. The guide should have talked louder and walked a bit slower for people with mobility issues. The tour was very informative and interesting.”

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Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist - Starting at Porta Marina and the Temple of Apollo
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Pompeii: Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

8.Entry Ticket and Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19,459 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend two hours in Pompeii with an archaeologist and a small group of up to 20. See the Forum, House of the Faun, Lupanar, and plaster casts, with guides such as Teresa, Alfredo, and Raffaella bringing daily Roman life into focus. Entry and headsets are included.

“Amazing tour guided by an archaeologist, totally helped us imagine and immerse ourselves in the lives of 1st century Pompeiians, seeing the place through their eyes. Plus she was super funny.”

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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour - Cortile del Belvedere: a calm start before the crowds
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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

9.Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13,872 reviews · from $130

Follow an art historian through the Vatican Museums, Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and Sistine Chapel. Guides such as Francesco, Simona, Laura, and Antonio explain Michelangelo’s frescoes and the Vatican’s grand collections. Add St. Peter’s Basilica for the Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin, but check the time of day.

“Excellent tour. I recommend. Francesco was an amazing guide. Great experience overall.”

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Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Tour & Optional Arena - The Roman Forum: Rome’s public heart in ruins
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Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Tour & Optional Arena

10.Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Tour & Optional Arena

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 13,839 reviews · from $58

Spend about 2.5 hours with a live guide at Rome’s Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. The optional arena floor lets you enter through the gladiators’ gate, while headsets keep the commentary clear. Guides such as Maria, Olga, Stefano, and Alessandro Campioni have been praised for clear, engaging explanations.

“Had a great day. Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative. Allowed time for us to soak in the atmosphere, take pics etc. Would highly recommend.”

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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour - Cortile del Belvedere: a calm start before the crowds
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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

11.Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,217 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $72

Follow a licensed guide through the Vatican Museums, Gallery of Maps, ancient sculpture rooms, and Sistine Chapel. Upgrade for St. Peter’s Basilica and a self-guided Dome visit. Guides such as Sonia, Roberto, Zara, and Henry are praised for clear stories, humor, and crowd control.

“This tour is excellent. Our guide Roberto was amazing. There was unexpectedly a lot of people and the wait for the entrance was long and Roberto made the experience fun and light.”

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Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica - Walking Via della Conciliazione to St. Peter’s Square
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Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica

12.Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,779 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet in Rome’s Borgo Pio and walk with your guide to St. Peter’s Square before using skip-the-line entry at the Vatican Museums. Expect art, maps, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and a direct route to St. Peter’s Basilica when that option is included. Groups may be large, so stay close.

“Great skip the line tour with very knowledgeable guide Guido focussed on great things to see and made it a very interesting visit”

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Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour - Choosing the Arena Floor Option
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Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

13.Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,703 reviews · from $51

Explore the Colosseum’s first two levels, then walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a live guide. Guides such as Magda, Georgio, and Chiara bring emperors, gladiators, Caesar, and Rome’s founding legends to life. Allow 2.5 to 3 hours and expect security checks, hills, and plenty of walking.

“The tour is totally worth it. Our guide Bavia was amazing and explained everything really well. She seemed really sweet and patient, and was passionate about the ancient Roman history and architecture, she explained everything in great detail. Would totally recommend.”

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Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour - Starting at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
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Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

14.Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,691 reviews · 3 hours · from $160

Join an English, French, or Spanish guided tour through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Colosseum. You’ll walk the arena floor, enter restricted underground chambers, and see upper levels, with guides such as Carmelo, Teddy, Maya, and Enza bringing the ancient site to life.

“our guide did a fantastic job! we are so glad we did the tour. if you are on the fence, do it! you will get so much more out of the experience!!”

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The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER - Palazzo Medici Riccardi and Florence’s power center
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The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales – guided by a STORYTELLER

15.The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales – guided by a STORYTELLER

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,316 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $3Best value

Join an English-speaking guide such as Michele, Riccardo, Chiara, or Glenda for a 2-hour-15-minute walk through Florence’s Medici and Renaissance landmarks. You’ll see San Lorenzo, the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio, with practical food and sightseeing advice along the way.

“Oh Florence you gorgeous thing! Not only was our guide very knowledgeable he was very entertaining also Thank you”

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