There is no better way to discover Rome than on foot. Many of the walking tours in Rome give you a glimpse of the history of this ancient city. You get a taste of the culture and the people while enjoying a very touristy activity.
Before joining a walking tour, store your bags in Rome so you can enjoy your tour without lugging your bags with you. There are so many fantastic things to see and do while in Rome, you don’t want to be slowed down!
Even if you are not that into touristy things, walking tours are still a great way to learn about Rome and its citizens. Also known as the Eternal City, Rome is an incredible fusion of the past and present.
While many of the walking tours offered include just a few main attractions, there are several more that will take you through the city and touch on several ancient sites and cultural experiences.
Rome Food Tour
There are several food tours that you can choose from, including the Rome Food Tour by Sunset that is centered on the Prati District. Experience Rome just like a local as you stroll through the Prati District sampling flavorful food and soaking up the culture.
Bring your appetite and sense of adventure as you try interesting and decadent cuisine that will leave you wanting more and more. Meet the chefs and see how some dishes are created. A walking food tour is a great way to get to know Rome.
Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums
Grab tickets for the Skip the Line Before Opening Hours Walking Tour of the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. When you see a tour that says “skip the line” it generally means you get an early access pass to explore before the attraction opens.
Discover Rome through this walking tour of some of the most incredible and well-known art pieces in the world. Stroll through at your own pace and stand in awe of Michelangelo’s work. Remember to look up and take in the breathtaking ceiling.
While on this tour, you will be able to explore the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Vatican crypts. This tour is great for a number of reasons including:
- Early access to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums
- Map of the museums
- All day access to the museums
- Escorted entrance, not the public front entrance
Underground Guided Tour of the Colosseum
Another fantastic tour is the Colosseum Underground Guided Tour, including the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. This package includes a guide that will take you beyond the points where tourists are usually allowed.
Get a behind the scenes look at the Colosseum while skipping the line at the main entrance. It is well worth the price of the tour just to avoid the long wait times to get in. Bring your camera for stunning photos of the underground chambers.
You can see where the wild animals were caged and the gladiators’ entrance, then stroll up Palatine Hill and visit the Roman Forum. Ask for an audio headset so you can learn even more on this tour.
Ancient Rome Walking Tour
Join this half-day walking tour and see some of the ancient ruins of Rome. You can pick between a morning or afternoon tour and plan to see the Colosseum, Pantheon, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona.
The best way to discover ancient Rome through an on-foot tour is the Ancient Rome Half-Day Walking Tour. Skip the lines and enjoy easy access to some of the most iconic attractions in Rome. You will want to pick this tour for several reasons including:
- Personal, professional guide
- Audio headsets to better hear the guide
- Skip the long lines
Crypts and Roman Catacombs
Grab your tickets early for the Skip the Line Crypts and Roman Catacombs Walking Tour and spend time underground. This half-day tour will take you through the Domitilla Catacomb, Capuchin Crypt, and Basilica of San Clemente.
While in the Capuchin Crypt, you will see the unique chapel that has been constructed from human bones. You will also get an up-close-and-personal look at a Caravaggio painting, St. Francis in Meditation.
During this walking tour of Rome’s underground you will learn about ancient burial rituals and customs and view secret worship places of early Christians. Smaller group sizes make for a more personal tour of the catacombs.
Skip the Line Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
While this tour also includes the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, it is a tour you do not want to miss. Sign up for the Complete Vatican Tour and let a guide take you on a journey through the entire complex.
You will not know where to look first when you step foot inside St. Peter’s Basilica. Follow your guide through the network of rooms and galleries learning more and more about Rome’s past and its culture.
Be sure to spend time in Raphael’s Rooms and the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museums as well as taking in Michelangelo’s The Creation of Adam in the Sistine Chapel.
Rome By Night Walking Tour
This is probably not the best tour for the faint of heart. But if you enjoy experiencing unusual things, sign up for the Rome by Night Walking Tour – Legends and Criminals. Join this walking tour for a night of merriment and excitement.
Illuminated monuments and landmarks will leave you breathless as you listen to ghost stories and learn about the legends, myths, and supernatural occurrences in Rome. Enjoy the Castel Sant’Angelo, Campo de’ Fiori, and the Palazzo Farnesse.
Day Trip to Pompeii
While not in Rome, this walking tour is a must if you have the time. Sign up early for this day trip and enjoy a private Pompeii tour complete with a drive along the Amalfi Coast. Visit the wonderfully preserved city of Pompeii and spend the entire day exploring.
Both the ruins of Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are UNESCO listed sites and you should make the time for this full-day tour where you get to experience both. Don’t forget to step into the oldest amphitheater in the world while in Pompeii.
A stop in Positano, a beautiful fishing village, completes the day. You will be able to grab lunch and stroll through the shops in Positano before moving on with your tour group.
Discover Rome on foot or through as many walking tours as you can squeeze into your vacation. You will not be disappointed as you learn about the history and culture of Rome through the eyes of your tour guide or guides.