A private driver will pick you up at your place to meet your private tour leader and start the exploration of main Rome's sites. Time includes pick-up at your Hotel/B&B/Apartment. This graceful residential area is an oasis of gardens and churches, with a beautiful view over the Tevere and a curious little keyhole that offers the strange experience of looking at a miniature version of St. Peter's Dome. The Circo Massimo was the famed stage of the chariot race and the largest stadium of Ancient Rome, holding upwards of a quarter of Rome's entire population. It is one of the sites to see in Rome!

The beating political, religious, and commercial heart of the ancient empire, the Roman Forum is the world’s most spectacular open-air museum. Walking along Via dei Fori Imperiali, you are surrounded by the majestic ruins of triumphal arches, grand temples, and bustling marketplaces where Julius Caesar and Roman emperors once shaped history. It is a breathtaking journey straight back to the dawn of Western civilization.

Palatine (from outside) According to ancient legend, Romulus founded Rome on the Palatine hill in 753 B.C. Following his actions, the Emperors built their opulent homes for the rest of the civilization to enjoy. As you traverse the area, you are walking in the same footsteps of Roman Emperors who lived more than 2,000 years before you, bringing more than two millennia of history to life.

Always include the Colosseum among Rome attractions, the most iconic symbol of Imperial Rome. The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is the largest ancient amphitheater ever constructed and showcases the brilliance of Roman engineering and architecture. Originally covered in travertine marble it featured 80 arched entrances, enabling 50,000 to 80,000 spectators to enter and exit within minutes. For over 400 years, the Colosseum was the center of public entertainment in Rome, like Gladiatorial Combat, Animal hunts and other spectacles like sea battles.

The Mouth of Truth sits under the porch of Santa Maria in Cosmedin and, according to legend, should one tell a lie while their hand is in its mouth, the face will take a bite. Watch out!! This is the Foro Boario area, the ancient Tiber Port trade market. Before the Roman Empire, this area was populated already. The exceptionally well-preserved memories of the ancient pre-roman settlement are the three little temples and the Janu's arch.

Piazza Venezia is the heart of Rome, famous for the impressive Altare della Patria monument. Opposite the square stands Trajan's Column, adorned with a spiraling marble frieze that celebrates the achievements of the Roman Empire.

Hidden down the narrow backstreets of the city, Trevi Fountain is a secretive masterpiece, and perhaps the most spectacular among Rome fountains. Trevi Fountain built at the end of one of the famed aqueducts that supplied the Roman empire with water, this iconic setting attracts many visitors if only for them to toss a coin into its waters to ensure their safe return to Rome at some stage in the future. Unmissable! Include this site on your list when you plan to visit Rome!

The Pantheon is a stunning example of Roman engineering and the best-preserved ancient monument in Rome. Nearly 2,000 years old, it was built as a temple for all gods and features the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome, topped by the mystical oculus that lets natural light in. This architectural marvel represents a captivating blend of ancient history and awe.

Castel Sant' Angelo and Bridge (from outside) Next on the list is the marvelous Castel Sant' Angelo, the first century Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum. It now serves as a museum but was a Papal fortress and prison. Choose your favorite Angel on the homonymous bridge; they are all designed by Bernini!

Then, move onwards to the enchanting St. Peter's Square. Set within Vatican City in front of the famed St. Peter's Basilica, the photos of this towering monument are a must-do in Rome. At the heart of the piazza lies an ancient Egyptian Obelisk, dating 1586. The square didn't take its ultimate form until almost 100 years later, thanks to the inspired design of Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It was he who designed the majestic colonnades that now frame the surrounds. Time includes drop-off at your Hotel/B&B/Apartment