Bridgett R.
Giuliano was wonderful. He was informative, got us to see the things we wanted to see, helped us skip the lines and was just a super nice guy. Highly recommend
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Private tour in Rome Giuliano C
Best of Rome - Private shore excursion from Civitavecchia
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9 hours
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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Giuliano C.
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Hello! My name is Giuliano, I was born and raised in the Eternal City and I am a licensed guide since 2015. As an archaeologist, I've spent my life studying the districts and the history of Rome. My aim is to engage children, young people and people with diverse abilities in artistic projects. To make history accessible, exciting and relevant for all. I love working as a guide of Rome because every day I can see my city through the eyes of my travellers and also because my passion for our food and traditions allows me to give to my guests special experiences! Let me tell you why you should visit Rome. . . Imagine you're walking in the down town of my city, surrounded by the Great Beauty, you can clearly hear the sound of your steps on the cobblestones, it sounds like music. The Music reminds you that, underground, beneath your feet, there is an immerse ancient city that is sleeping, waiting to be rediscovered. You are turning one of the corners and pops up out of the blue an old column or a ruin. It's been there for ever, but as soon as you see this view, your mind starts flying and it opens up to the Stories of Rome: stories of Love and Death, Slaves and Emperors, Popes and Dicators. And while all those thoughts are becoming real, you realize that, sometimes, in Rome, time and space don't exist, one second is one century. This is the reason why, I think, you should visit Rome, in order to feel, at least for one second, what the eternity feels like. . . I'm ready to customize the tours with my travellers, I can guide you in the most famous places like the Vatican City and the Colosseum as well as the daily trip from Rome with a private Van and English speaking driver. - 2006 Graduated with honor in Archaeology at the University of Rome La Sapienza - 2015 Officially Licensed Guide in Rome - 2016, 2017, 2018 Award for the highest number of 5 star feedback as a guide for one of the most important Agency of Rome - 2019 Advanced Training Course in Museum Education at the MAXXI Museum in Rome - Driving Licence None
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Discover the Capital of Italy in one day with a private guide
Overview of your Rome tour
*Please contact me before booking because the itinerary could be affected by tickets availability. *Please note that the Vatican is closed on Sundays. When coming from a cruise and having only one day in Rome, this is the best tour you can ask for! The Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica are among the most famous monuments of the world. You'll see them using tickets to skip the line to enter fast. This tour is a journey across the entire chronology of Rome, all the places you'll see are keystones of history and history of art. Starting from the Colosseum, which is the most famous arena of the gladiator games, I'll tell you the stories of the Roman Empire before the Christian era. Visiting the downtown you will experience the evolution of the Pope's city, built to impress the pilgrims, like the Vatican which is the center of the Catholic world. You'll have an English speaking driver and a comfortable A/C Van at your disposal to see all the highlights of the Eternal City.
Recent Reviews
William D.
This was a really great tour. It's pricey, but worth it. Everything is thought of and taken care of for you. Giuliano is a super knowledgeable guide and quickly understands the things about which you have interest and focuses on them. This is a great tour and highly recommended for anyone wanting to do Rome in a day.
Stephen B.United States
Giuliano was exactly what we wanted to guide us through the Coloseum and Vatican. His knowledge and presentation were excellent and we worked together to overcome a scheduling issue. Our group of 70+ thoroughly enjoyed his presentations and willingness to adjust to our pace. We highly recommend him for any group.
Katherine J.United States
What a wonderful day in Rome with Giuliano! He was so passionate about his city, and was very accommodating throughout the day with all of our needs. Giuliano chose a wonderful restaurant for us to have lunch. We would have no reservations using him again, and will recommend him and Tours by Locals to friends without question! Our cruise would not be complete without this day of Rome with Giuliano!
Andrea P.
Guiliano made our trip to Rome completely perfect. He was extremely responsive and informative leading up to the trip and took excellent care of us. We could not have done all of the things we did while we were with him. He loves his city and tailored the tour to meet exactly what our group was looking for. He knew so much about everything we saw and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time and accomplished everything we wanted to. He is a true expert, he is full of knowledge and has a wonderful heart - I can't wait to go back and tour with him again in the future!
Lynne C.Canada
Giuliano was simply WONDERFUL. Not only was he one of the (if not the) most knowledgeable tour guide I’ve ever had, in Rome or elsewhere, but he was amazing with the two 11 year old boys in our group. He held their attention throughout the entire day, at both the Coliseum and the Vatican. His food recommendations were amazing. And he was super polite with everyone we met and clearly well respected by every guide we saw. Book your tour with Giuliano - you won’t regret it!!
Your Rome tour itinerary
-Pick up by English speaking driver from Civitavecchia cruise port; -One hour drive to Rome; -Meet me at the Colosseum (one hour of private tour to live the experience of being a spectator of the Gladiator Games); -Brief city tour of the highlights- sightseeing from the van; -Break for lunch (cost of lunch not included); -Walking tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel; -St Peter's Basilica based on availabilities; -Pick up from the Vatican Museums and one hour drive back to Civitavecchia port; -Drop off at Civitavecchia port on time for ship boarding. Important Notice: Due to liturgical reasons, St. Peter's Basilica may face unexpected partial or entire closures. If the Basilica is unable to be visited, your tour experience will be just as memorable. Your guide will effortlessly change the agenda to incorporate alternate highlights, ensuring that your tour lasts the full period and is of great quality.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
-Private Minivan with the driver. -Walking tours inside the Colosseum and Vatican Museums. The itinerary could be affected by the traffic, for the Colosseum and Vatican Museums we have to respect the time entry of the ticket. Please always remember to bring IDs/passports with you, also for kids under age 18 to enter the sites. DRESS CODE: The Vatican City is a religious city state, governed by the laws of the Catholic Church. As a result, modest attire is not only encouraged, but enforced for both men and women. You should not wear shorts in the Sistine Chapel as it violates the dress code for Vatican City visitors. No dress restrictions for the Colosseum.
What's included
Other: -Skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum
-Skip the line tickets for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
**Please remember to provide names and surnames + birth dates of all participants. Without this info it will not be possible for me to buy the tickets since they are strictly personal and non- transferable.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: skip the line tickets
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Civitavecchia cruise ship port. Please provide time of arrival and ship name, thank you.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Museums
Tour reference number
754590
Languages
Italian
EnglishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Rome best suited for?
This private tour in Rome is perfect for cruise ship passengers who have just one day to explore the city. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide, Giuliano C., for deeper insights into the history and art of Rome. The tour is designed to cover major highlights like the Colosseum and Vatican Museums efficiently, making it suitable for those interested in a comprehensive yet time-sensitive exploration of Rome.
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9 hours
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