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Things to do in Rome

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Hop on Hop off - Open Bus - The Pink I Love Rome Experience
Hop on hop off
Hop on Hop off - Open Bus - The Pink I Love Rome Experience
Rome
Flexible, based on your selected ticket option
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Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Walking Tours
Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Rome
3 hours
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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Museums
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Rome
3 hours
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Guided Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Hotel Pick-up
Day trips
Guided Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Hotel Pick-up
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
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Vatican: Museums & Sistine Guided Tour with Pickup
Museums
Vatican: Museums & Sistine Guided Tour with Pickup
Rome
3.5 hours
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Prime: Small Group up to 10 people for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with Hotel Pick-up
Walking Tours
Prime: Small Group up to 10 people for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with Hotel Pick-up
Rome
3 hours approximately
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Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with hotel pick-up
Boat Tours
Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with hotel pick-up
Rome
1 Day
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Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Entrance Ticket included
Day trips
Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Entrance Ticket included
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
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Unveiling Pompeii: Guided Day Tour from Rome with Optional Pick-up
Museums
Unveiling Pompeii: Guided Day Tour from Rome with Optional Pick-up
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
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3-Day Pompeii, Capri & Sorrento Mini Tour
Day trips
3-Day Pompeii, Capri & Sorrento Mini Tour
Rome
3 Days / 2 Nights
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Things to do in Rome
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Rome is one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic cities. With so much to do and do, it may be difficult to decide what to visit. That's why Gray Line offers a variety of tours to suit different interests and preferences, from food tours to walking tours to explore Rome's fascinating neighborhoods, we have exactly what you’re looking for. Our hop-on hop-off bus tour is convenient and popular, allowing visitors to visit the main attractions at their own pace. With more than 95 years of experience of showing tourists our favorite places, we have the knowledge and expertise to ensure that your trip is a success. Let us help you make the most of your vacation in Rome — the Eternal City.

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Things to do in Rome
1. Visit the Iconic Colosseum Monument

The ancient Colosseum is the most iconic attraction in Rome. Completed in 80 AD, the largest historic amphitheater ever constructed and was used to host brutal entertainment between gladiators for classical Romans. The kids will be enthralled by the history of this masterpiece of engineering. You'll be able to take a guided tour of the Colosseum and learn about the gladiatorial games and the daily life of ancient Rome.  

Things to do in Rome
2. Explore the Vatican City

The Vatican City is a sovereign city-state that is a must-visit in Rome. It is one of the grandest and most beautiful locations and you'll be able to visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. These are full of some of the most important art ever created and protected by the traditionally dressed Swiss Guards armed with halberds.  

Things to do in Rome
3. Visit the ancient Pantheon temple

The Pantheon is one of the best-preserved buildings from ancient Rome. An ancient temple that's been transformed into a church, it is famous for its huge dome with a large opening to allow a beam of light through. The Pantheon holds the graves of Italian kings and some of the nation’s great artists, including Raphael.  

Things to do in Rome
4. Take a stroll down the Spanish Steps

Right at the heart of Rome lies the most famous staircase in the world. The Spanish Steps are an iconic monumental stairway connecting Piazza di Spagna to the Trinità dei Monti church. At their base is the stunning Fontana della Barcaccia. The squares are full of excellent cafés and restaurants where you can watch the world go by.  

Things to do in Rome
5. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain

The 18th-century Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous in Rome. At its center stands Oceanus, a Greek god who was overthrown. For good luck and to ensure that you'll return to Rome, you can use your right hand to throw a coin over your left shoulder into the fountain.  

Things to do in Rome
6. Explore the Trastevere neighborhood

Trastevere is one of Rome’s most fashionable neighborhoods. Known for its charming narrow streets and beautiful architecture, it’s full of pubs and restaurants that fit its character. It's a fantastic place to get a little bit lost and take the kids to discover daily life in Rome.  

Things to do in Rome
7. The Roman Forum - Visit the ancient ruins:

The ruins of the Roman Forum were once a market and meeting place at the center of the city. It is the location of some of Rome’s most ancient temples, arches and buildings. You'll see the ancient ruins, including the Temple of Saturn and the Arch of Titus, and imagine the hustle and bustle of ancient Roman life.  

Things to do in Rome
8. Enjoy the sights of Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona is one of Rome’s largest squares and is a superb place to enjoy its architecture. The square stands on the space of a former stadium, is surrounded by incredible buildings and is full of beautiful fountains. One of those is the famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, or the Fountain of the Four Rivers.  

Things to do in Rome
9. Take a stroll through the Villa Borghese

The grand landscaped gardens of the Villa Borghese are the perfect place to take a stroll close to the Spanish Steps. The gardens are full of temples, lakes and museums. Take some time to stop at the Galleria Borghese which houses masterpieces by Bernini, Raphael, and Caravaggio.  

Things to do in Rome
10. Explore the underground Catacombs of Rome

The spooky Catacombs of Rome are underground tombs that are roughly 1,800 years old. They are important locations for early Christian art and architecture and brilliant places to take the kids to inspire a love of history.  

Top things to do in Rome for Families

Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with meeting point
Boat Tours
Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with meeting point
Rome
1 Day
Free Cancelation

Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with hotel pick-up
Boat Tours
Capri Island with Blue Grotto One Day Trip from Rome with hotel pick-up
Rome
1 Day
Free Cancelation

Unveiling Pompeii: Guided Day Tour from Rome with Optional Pick-up
Museums
Unveiling Pompeii: Guided Day Tour from Rome with Optional Pick-up
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
Free Cancelation

Prime: Small Group up to 10 people for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with Hotel Pick-up
Walking Tours
Prime: Small Group up to 10 people for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with Hotel Pick-up
Rome
3 hours approximately
Free Cancelation

Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Entrance Ticket included
Day trips
Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Entrance Ticket included
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
Free Cancelation

Vatican: Museums & Sistine Guided Tour with Pickup
Museums
Vatican: Museums & Sistine Guided Tour with Pickup
Rome
3.5 hours
Free Cancelation

Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Walking Tours
Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Rome
3 hours
Free Cancelation

Hop on Hop off - Open Bus - The Pink I Love Rome Experience
Hop on hop off
Hop on Hop off - Open Bus - The Pink I Love Rome Experience
Rome
Flexible, based on your selected ticket option
Free Cancelation

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Museums
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Rome
3 hours
Free Cancelation

Guided Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Hotel Pick-up
Day trips
Guided Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome with Hotel Pick-up
Rome
11-13h (according to travel date)
Free Cancelation

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What our customers are saying about Rome

Excellent Walking Tour. Tour Guide was a walking encyclopedia on Roman history. His pace was comfortable and accommodating to our group. Tour content was amazing and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour.

Skip-The-Line Ancient Rome Walking Tour

Spent a few days in Rome - the choice to use the I Love Rome big pink hop-on/hop-off bus was the perfect decision for us! Got to see a good portion of the city with a great description of all of the neighborhoods and some history too. So nice that you can see the sites at your ...

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Guide was super informative and fun too

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Reserved Access Tour with hotel pick-up