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Best of Rome Private Walking Tour with Pickup & Drop-off Option

About this experience

Explore the Heart of Rome: Walking or Private Driver Tour of the City’s Main Highlights

Discover the timeless beauty and rich history of Rome and make sure you don’t miss its most iconic landmarks on this unforgettable tour. Whether you prefer a leisurely walking tour or the comfort and style of a private driving tour in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle, we have got you covered.

Tour Highlights Include:
Spanish Steps: admire the view of the bustling Piazza di Spagna.
Trevi Fountain: toss a coin into the world-famous fountain and make a wish as you marvel at its baroque beauty.
Pantheon: Visit this awe-inspiring ancient temple, now a church.

Why Choose This Tour?
Expert Local Guides: Enjoy the expertise of a knowledgeable and passionate guide, eager to share Rome’s hidden stories with you.
Flexible Options: Whether you’re walking or driving, you’ll have the freedom to move at your own pace.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore the must-sees of Rome. Book your tour today!

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

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Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Professional Private Tour Guide for 3 hours
  • Private driver with private vehicle for 3 hours (if option selected)

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to be paid on site (if visiting attractions is requested)

Itinerary and highlights

Your tour will start when you will meet your private guide at the Spanish Steps.

In case you choose the Tour with Private Driver, you will be picked up from centrally located hotel Your tour will start at Spanish steps where you will meet your private guide. If you book the walking tour, Spanish Steps will be the meeting point, while with the pickup and drop off option a driver will pick you up in your hotel if it is centrally located and take you here as the first stop.

Here you will admire the grandiosity of the square, its fountain, and its steps.

Then, you will walk a few minutes to arrive at the very famous Trevi Fountain. You will admire this huge and marvelous fountain, which is a must see in the city of Rome. And do not forget to follow the tradition: throw your coin and make a wish!

A few minutes away from Trevi Fountain you will see Piazza di Pietra, a beautiful square in the center of the eternal city. Here you will have the opportunity to admire the temple built in honor of Emperor Hadrian: the Temple of Hadrian.

Then, you will reach the former Roman temple built during the reign of Augustus (27 BC - 14 AD) and dedicated to present and future divinities: the Pantheon. You will have the chance to admire it from outside and inside.

Then, you will arrive in Minerva Square, where you will admire one of the thirty obelisks of Rome: Bernini's Obelisco Della Minerva, depicted as an elephant.

Finally, the last part of your tour will be on the Aventine Hill, where the Priorato of Malta villa is. Its wall has a keyhole without a key: watch through it to admire St. Peter’s Dome in a very special way, framed by the greenery.
Some attractions like the Key Hole are included if choosing the driving option only

Meeting and pickup information

  • Walking tour meeting point outside the Spanish Embassy (near the white column by the Spanish Steps). Address: Piazza di Spagna 57 In case you choose the Tour with Private Driver, you will be picked up from centrally located hotel
  • Please provide the correct pick up address

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Real Barcelona Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If you choose the option with driver, kindly specify the name of your hotel. Pick up and drop off is included for hotels located in the city center.
  • Pick up and drop off is included for hotels in the city center. If your hotel is not in the city center, kindly contact us
  • Please note: in some areas of the attractions the stroller must be carried by yourself in your arms, due to architectural restrictions
  • Please note: if you need the wheelchair, you will not be able to access all the areas of the attractions, due to architectural restrictions
  • Some attractions like the Key Hole are included if choosing the driving option only
  • For your safety and comfort, please note that wearing seat belts is mandatory at all times during our vehicle tours.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please provide the correct pick up address
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Please note: in some areas of the attractions the stroller must be carried by yourself in your arms, due to architectural restrictions
Please note: if you need the wheelchair, you will not be able to access all the areas of the attractions, due to architectural restrictions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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