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The Best Tours in Rome: A Historical and Cultural Journey through the Eternal City

Are you planning a trip to Rome and looking for the best tours to make your experience unforgettable? Look no further! Roaming Historian is here to guide you through the amazing tours offered by LivTours and The Tour Guy. As an affiliate of these awesome tour companies, we bring you exclusive access to small-group tours that will ensure you have an inclusive and exclusive experience.

Whether you’re interested in exploring the iconic landmarks of Rome like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, or delving into the rich history of Vatican City, LivTours and The Tour Guy have got you covered. With special access options such as the arena floor, underground areas, and early entry, you’ll get a unique perspective on these historic sites.

If you prefer a more leisurely exploration, why not try the golf cart tours of the city? It’s a fantastic way to see the sights without wearing yourself out. For those seeking a spiritual experience, the catacombs tours and Jewish Ghetto/Trastevere tour offer insights into Rome’s religious heritage.

Food lovers can indulge in the various food tours and cooking classes available, where you’ll learn to make authentic Italian dishes and experience the flavors of Rome. And if you’re in the mood for some outdoor activities, LivTours offers e-bike tours along the Appian Way and private yoga lessons in Rome.

With so many options to choose from, it’s important to have recommendations from someone who has been to Rome many times and taken many tours. That’s where Roaming Historian comes in. Our website is dedicated to providing detailed information about what to do in Rome, including our personal experiences–mainly from Amy, chief roamer, and a professor with a PhD in history. We want to ensure that you make the most of your time in Rome and have an unforgettable journey.

So, if you’re ready to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Rome, here are some of our favorite Rome tours from LivTours. If you want both LivTours and Tour Guy Rome tours, head over to our page on the best Rome tours.

Colosseum, Roman Forum, and/or Palatine Hill Tours

Express Colosseum Gladiators Gate & Arena Floor (exclusive semi-private tour with access to arena floor)

Colosseum & Domus Aurea Virtual Reality Tour (exclusive semi-private tour with access to Nero’s Golden Palace–an archaeological treat & Colosseum)

Express Colosseum Underground and Arena Tour (exclusive semi-private tour with access to arena floor and hypogeum)

The Best of Colosseum and Ancient Rome with Exclusive Arena Access (exclusive semi-private tour with access to arena floor and imperial forums)

Colosseum Tour with Underground, Arena, & Gladiator Gate with Roman Forum (exclusive semi-private tour with access to arena, hypogeum, Gladiator Gate and Roman Forum)

Vatican Tours, Vatican City Tours, and Churches of Rome Tours

Alone in the Sistine Chapel & Vatican Museums (semi-private or private, extremely limited and exclusive)

St. Peter’s Basilica Tour with Dome Climb & Papal Tombs (semi-private tour)

Express Early Viewing Sistine Chapel Tour (private tour inclusive of two people)

Best Sistine Chapel Early Entry Viewing (Wednesday’s semi-private Vatican tour)

Breakfast in the Vatican & Museums Highlights (private tour VIP experience)

Highlights of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour (semi-private tour)

Early Morning Vatican Tour (semi-private tour)

Vatican at Night with Secret Room (semi-private tour with access to room not open to general public)

Rome in a Day Tours

Golf Cart Tour of Rome (semi-private tour)

Exclusive Rome Private Walking Tour (private walking tour of Rome)

Women of Ancient Rome: Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill (private tour)

Walking Tours

Exclusive Semi-Private Rome Walking Tour and Highlights of Rome (semi-private tour)

Morning Tour of Rome—Early Bird Walking Tour (semi-private tour)

Outdoor Activities Rome Tours

Private Yoga Lesson in Rome with Laura (private lesson)

Appian Way E-Bike Tour (semi-private tour)

Vespa Tour of Rome (semi-private tour)

Rome Art Tour

Borghese Gallery Tour (semi-private tour)

Doria Pamphilj Gallery (private tour)

National Etruscan Museum/Villa Giulia (private tour)

Rome Archaeology and History Tours

Underground Rome Catacombs Tour (semi-private tour)

Catacombs Night Tour (semi-private tour)

Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere Tour (semi-private tour)

Palazzo Massimo and Diocletian’s Baths (private tour)

Capitoline Museums (private tour)

Food Tours Rome & Cooking Classes Rome

Food Tour of Rome (semi-private tour)

Golf Cart and Drinks Tour (semi-private tour)

Marilee’s Cooking Class in Rome (private)

Trastevere Pasta Making Class (small-group tour)

Morning Tours

Best Sistine Chapel Early Entry Viewing (semi-private tour)

Early Morning Vatican Tour (semi-private tour)

Morning Tour of Rome—Early Bird Walking Tour (semi-private tour)

Evening Tours

Golf Cart and Drinks Evening Tour of Rome (semi-private tour)

Semi-Private Vatican Tour at Night (semi-private tour)

Vatican at Night with Secret Room (semi-private tour)

Catacombs Night Tour (semi-private tour)

Day Trips from Rome

Ostia Antica Tour (semi-private tour to the archaeological city of Ostia Antica from Rome)

Tivoli Tour (semi-private tour to Tivoli from Rome)

Leave a question below for Amy if you have any inquiries or would like to book a private tour with one of the companies–each have great opportunities for VIP experiences, as well as transfers from the port of Civitavecchia. Happy exploring!

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