When in Rome, you really can do as the Romans do in the company of your own local guide.

Your personal guide from ToursByLocals gives you a unique private tour of the glories of Rome, suited to your interests - with no line-ups or time wasted milling aboutwith large tour groups. A private guide can also show you intriguing places known only to locals.

Your guide's passion for the history and culture of Rome will bring your private tour to life, from the violent scenes that rocked the Coliseum, to the revelation of Michelangelo's original colors in the restored frescoes of the Sistine Chapel.

Choose your experience from the many private Rome tour itineraries offered, and feel free to suggest alternatives. Your personal Roman guide can customize your Rome private tour to include exactly what you want to see and do in their magnificent city.

Experience a private tour of the Eternal City you will never forget!

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Amazing Vatican Experience: Half Day Private Tour with Skip the Line tickets

This is the most comprehensive tour of the Vatican's Museums I can offer you.
I love what I do and the statues never stop whispering me ancient stories, stories and anecdotes that I can't wait to tell you!

You will have the chance to visit the Cabinet of Masks exclusively, with a special tickets, it will reveal you a section of the museums that you will be able to admire far from the crowd, to give you a taste of what it was like when they were admitted only few and highly selected guests: a real privilege!

Following, the wonderful galleries where statues and portraits will bring you to a face to face meeting with the Roman and Greek culture, they will take us to the highest Renaissance expression with Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
A timeless beauty that amazes now as much as then!

Afterwards we will visit Saint Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world, the core of Christianity and beyond. Art and history make it the most thrilling place in Rome

Admission fee and Skip the Line Ticket for Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel 

Museums, The Sistine Chapel and St Peter Basilica

Join me for an unforgettable journey through the Vatican, surrounded by timeless sculptures and Renaissance treasures, feeling the echoes of history in every hall.

We’ll uncover the treasures of the Pinacoteca, standing in silent admiration before the works of Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Caravaggio. These paintings aren’t just art; they are vibrant tales of passion, faith, and genius waiting to be told.

Our path leads us through the enchanting Galleries to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Underneath Michelangelo’s celestial frescoes, I’ll share the secrets behind his work, bringing his genius to life before your eyes.

Skipping the lines, we’ll step into the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica. Imagine standing before Michelangelo’s Pietà, feeling the serene sorrow, and gazing up at Bernini’s Baldacchino, marvelling at its intricate beauty. Each piece has its own tale of devotion and artistry, and I’ll be there to share these captivating narratives with you. 

Private Pick-up service and Skip-the-line Tickets included

Vatican Museums' Hidden Gem and St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Did you know that Rome is 2776 years old? I will tell you about the mythical foundation of the city by Romulus and Remo on Palatine Hill. Through a voyage in history we will talk about the gladiators game and the public activities that were led in the Roman Forum. We will find out about the Emperors, the conquests and the problems of one of the most prominent Empires in the world and the base of all western civilizations.
The Forum was the downtown of the Ancient city, the political, administrative and religious heart of Rome, it was the site of triumphal processions and elections; the venue for public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiatorial matches; and the nucleus of commercial affairs. The Colosseum also known by the Romans as the Flavian Amphitheatre, was commissioned in AD 72 by Emperor Vespasian. It was completed by his son, Titus, in 80, with later improvements by Domitian.
But to hear more we have to go on tour. . . . .

If you travel with under 18 contact me before booking.

 skip the lines tickets cost 40 euros per person

Explore Colosseum and Roman Forum on this tour with your local Guide

Ancient Rome Private Guided Tour

Top magnificent Ancient Roman monuments: half day private walking tour

My most exclusive and comprehensive tour of the archaeological areas of Rome.
If you are looking for an in-depth understanding and knowledge of Ancient Rome people, history and architecture, this is the right tour for you!

Who ruled Rome?
What does remains of their houses?
Did Romulus actually exist?
Who were the Vestal Virgins?
What's the truth about the gladiators?
Where did the Romans go shopping?
Was Rome a colorful city?

Enjoy this private tour and you will find the answers to these and many other questions. Curious people are very welcome!

Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine hill, Imperial Fora - Skip the line tickets included

Half day private Colosseum Ancient Rome Tour including Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

The Colosseum private tour, inside the largest amphitheater ever built in antiquity. Discover what went on during the spectacles that engaged gladiators and wild animals from every corner of the Roman Empire. Stories and anecdotes will confirm or bust myths about those days, just filling your eyes with the magnificent scenario will be an unforgettable experience.
This Tour also includes the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
The hill where Rome began and Emperors lived.
Going back to Imperial Rome with one million inhabitants. Walk the sacred way, where generals would parade, boasting their spoils of war and captured slaves; on the same timeworn volcanic slabs that were trodden by Julius Caesar and Octavian Augustus.
Venturing between Public Buildings, and temples dedicated to Gods and Emperors.
I WILL NEED THE NAMES AND AGES OF THE PARTICIPANTS TO TAKE CARE OF ENTRANCE TICKETS
Without names, ticket purchase will not be possible

Half day private Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum private tour.

The perfect solution for busy visitors who don't have too much time in the Eternal City.

Imagine the chaos and the noises of Rome, the long walks, the heat, the humidity and the crowd that jostles you. . . . . . well now forget it!

I will pick you up at your address (hotel or apartment) in my latest model Mercedes Benz V class minivan, with all the optionals and with triple air conditioning. I will pamper you from the first to the last minute, visiting all the famous attractions tourist attractions of Rome.

I will surprise you with stories, legends, traditions and we will arrive very close to each spot. The tour will always be customized trying to satisfy your every request and need by finding time to taste the local food, our unique espresso coffee and the best ice cream in town.

Touring in Rome with Kelly and her Mom Pam

The best of the city of Rome with a local expert guide in the comfort of a Mercedes Minivan

Full day guided tour: Highlights of Rome

Historical Rome Private Tour from Civitavecchia port

I was born and raised in Rome and I am very fond of art history and especially of the Roman era.

I love living in Rome because every single corner, every single stone speaks of thousands of years!

On this tour we will discover together some of the best sites in Rome - the Colosseum, Palatine Hill with its Emperor Houses, the Victor Emanuel Monument and many more. Do you know why one of these sites is called the "Wedding Cake"? Let's find out together.

My favorite place in town and which I keep in my heart more than the others, is the Pantheon where about 12 years ago I met the person who would later become my wife!

A jump back 2776 years!

Half-day walking tour- Colisseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Please contact me BEFORE you book this tour to ensure tickets availability.

The wonderful archaeological area located in the centre of Rome houses three important sites rich in history and charm: The Coliseum, the Roman Forum, and the Palatine Hill. A trip into the past, full of events and anecdotes, this tour begins with a visit to the most famous monument in the world: the Coliseum, once the setting for gladiator combat, lion-feeding frenzies, and public entertainment, whose cruelty was characteristic of the Empire. Then we move to the Roman Forum, the nerve centre of Ancient Rome, where ancient citizens, wearing togas and sandals, walked along the Via Sacra, prayed in front of Julius Caesar's Temple, admired the sacred fire cherished by the Vestals Virgins and listened to the speeches of Senators. As we stroll through the ruins, we will reach the Palatine Hill to discover the emotional highs and lows of Emperors' lives in their residence.

Entrance fee for each extra person, up to 6 people.

Join me, a native Roman and experienced guide, to fulfill your curiosity and discover the treasures of Rome

The Vatican's Gems - Skip the Line Private Walking Tour

Walking through the Vatican Museums, you will see some of the most famous masterpieces of the ancient world and understand their meaning and importance of Renaissance artists.

You will also have the unique opportunity to visit the Pope's apartments, decorated by young Raphael, with his acclaimed fresco "The School of Athens", considered the symbol of the High Renaissance. In front of Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Caravaggio's paintings, you'll learn the distinctive features of their art that made them so famous. And, of course, you'll visit the Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo.

We'll spend the last part of our tour in St. Peter's Basilica, the biggest church in the world, built on St. Peter's tomb. You'll be able to see the balcony from which new Popes appear for the first time after their election, the Papal Altar, as well as the Holy Door, which opens only during the Jubilee year.

Other highlights we'll take in are the magnificent dome by Michelangelo and his world famous sculpture La Pietà.

Admission fee and Skip the Line Ticket for Secret Room Cabinet of Masks, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel 

Spend the day in the Vatican Museums, Raphael's Rooms, Sistine Chapel &amp; St. Peter's Basilica.

If this is your first time in Rome, the Archeological Area is a must.
So come with me to spend a day in the biggest amphitheater in the world that still remains standing after 2000 years!
I will lead you into the past when Romans enjoyed cruel entertainment and where the blood of animals and men were absorbed by the sand that covered the performance area in the so-called "arena. "
Our journey will continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where Emperors and the Roman Senate decided the world's destiny for more than 1000 years.
We will also visit the Imperial Palace built on the Palatine Hill, where all the emperors had their official residence for four centuries.
<b>PLEASE MESSAGE ME BEFORE BOOKING: during high season minimum notice has to be 31 days as I need to check tickets availability in advance. The tickets are nominal: please send me name, surnames and date of birth of all the participants.<b/>




Because it's not sure we will get the Underground tickets, you will pay for the Arena tickets anyway (even in case I will find the Underground tickets)

The best of the Archeological Area of Rome, for maximum 6 people

Coliseum with Arena Floor (70% possibilities Underground Area), Palatine Hill and Roman Forum walking tour with an archaeologist (also early morning)

Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica - Skip the Line tickets included

The Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica: what do they mean to us?
Why are so famous, why Pope Julius chooses Michelangelo?
Michelangelo and the Pope, were they friends?

Only if you take a tour with me answers will be given, let's break the secrets of the Vatican and discover it with me walking through different galleries and end it at St. Peter's Basilica.

Why take a tour with me; because a local knows more than the others

Skip the line tickets, price is per person

Creation of the Universe - Sistine Chapel

Michelangelo and the Sistine Chapel

Colosseum of Rome & Pompeii Private Tour- day trip with an expert in Archeology

I will take you discovering two of the most evocative archaeological sites in the world, The Colosseum and Pompeii comfortably in one day trip. There is nothing more evocative in the entire roman world.

"The Colosseum and Pompeii private tour " means to see the real Roman's life, I mean from their own point of view. Breathing glory, opulence, power, technology, violence and brutality, life and death, the world of gladiators and the real public life explained by me as expert of archeology of the roman culture. Visiting Colosseum and Pompeii with me is more than a unique experience, it means understanding the Roman's world.

Make a real journey into the past. . . make The Colosseum and Pompeii private tour a "once in a lifetime's experience". I will give you the true story

I am specialized in high grade archaeological and historical tours always based on keeping my clients "away from the massive Tourism".

No one minute of your time wasted in line..

Only High Lux Mercedes Benz vehicles with professional drivers, to give the maximum comfort

"Skip the Line" means keeping my clients away from the crowd

New discoveries in Pompeii: The Termopolium, a roman "fast food"

Walking and enjoying Pompeii with me...away from the massive tourism.

Discover two of the most important archeological gems in one comfortable day trip

Prepare yourself for an enchanting journey into the smallest state in the world: the Vatican City! Although petite in size, it stands as one of the most captivating and frequently visited destinations globally, attracting millions of visitors annually.
Explore with me the Vatican's treasures, where classical sculptures, galleries, mosaics, and tapestries weave a rich tapestry of artistic excellence.
I will personally guide you through this cultural feast, sharing my unique perspective and experiences along the way.
Our adventure continues to the pinnacle of the Vatican Museums, the illustrious Sistine Chapel. Marvel at the exquisite Creation of Adam adorning the ceiling, and turn your attention to the awe-inspiring Last Judgment gracing the chapel's wall.
Venturing forth from the Museums, we will traverse a secret passageway leading directly into the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. The tour culminates in the breathtaking expanse of St. Peter's Square.

Hotel pick-up and Skip-the-line Tickets included

Vatican Tour Experience: Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica

Rome City Highlights - Full Day Tour in Mercedes Limovan

With this tour, I offer you the best and most comfortable way to visit Rome without the stress of having to reach the most important sites of the city on foot under the humidity and heat of our hot Italian summer.

As a Licensed Guide of Rome, Italy & The Vatican, I will transmit my passion and knowledge of the eternal city to you all, as we visit all of the most famous and important attractions of Rome, while I share stories and secrets of Roman daily life, from ancient times to today.

We'll be unveiling how everything blends in with modern life, and between one monument and another we could delight ourselves with a piece of local, genuine Italian pizza, or discover the true flavour of an ice cream or a real espresso or cappuccino.

See the best of rome guided by an expert local guide!

Vatican & Sistine Chapel Half Day Private Tour

Enjoy an amazing exclusive private Vatican tour with an archaeologist and expert Vatican Tour Guide. Skip the lines with a pre-booked entrance ticket!

Vatican Museums contain some of the world's greatest art treasures. Don't waste your time getting around the museums without a certified tour guide who can lead you through the different sections of the Museums in a smart and enjoyable way!

Let me lead you through ancient Greek and Roman art galleries, tapestries, maps, and the Sistine Chapel. This is one of the greatest museums in the entire world. It is something you should not miss. I will be delighted to be your guide there! Follow me and you will not regret it!

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour with skip the line tickets

Colosseum, Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill Private Tour with a professional archaeologist

The tour includes the visit to the 3 main archaeological areas of the city. We'll start with the Colosseum, a UNESCO site, the biggest amphitheater in the empire, capable of 55000 people, 160 ft tall, built in 25 years.
Our tour will be a chance to bring this five senses experience to life, with a lot of images and reconstructions of the fancy armors, helmets, gladiators, fighters and weapons meant to impress the audience.
Our second stop will be the Palatine Hill, exclusively occupied by the houses of the emperors, according to the myth, the venue where the two twins Romulus and Remus, abandoned by their mother, were found and raised by the she wolf.
Going down the slopes of the hill we easily reach the Roman Forum, beating heart of the political, social and religious life of the romans. I'll land my voice to the ancient latin authors witnesses of a valley teeming with life, location of the most famous speeches like the one of Mark Antony regarding Julius Caesar.

Skip the line entrance tickets to the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill

Colosseum by our exclusive access to the arena floor!

Colosseum, Arena floor and underground levels

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