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Explore the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and more!

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Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Skip the line and gain direct access to the Raphael Rooms, Creation of Man, and St. Peter's Basilica

St Peter’s Basilica On Your Own

Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel

Breeze past the lines for the palace and gardens with a friendly English speaking guide

Skip the line

Ultimate Palace of Versailles Tour from Paris

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators on the Colosseum floor and see the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

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Palatine Hill

Best Views of the Colosseum and Circus Maximus

Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate

Begin your day early and see Rome from above, the Papal Crypts below, and the Vatican museums nearby

St. Peter's Dome Climb and Sistine Chapel Combo Tour

Get to know Venus de Milo, Liberty Leading the People, and Napoleon's Coronation like never before

Secrets of the Louvre Museum Tour with Mona Lisa

Skip the line and explore a creepy underground world of Roman tombs and crypts with an expert guide

Rome Catacombs Tour and Capuchin Crypts with Transportation

Fulfill your bucket-list dream of viewing the City of Lights from the best spot in the city

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Premium Access Eiffel Tower Summit Tour with Seine River Cruise

Get your steps in to the second floor before taking the elevator to the summit for epic Paris views

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Gaze from Below

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Fascinating History

1st Level

Eiffel Tower Climbing Tour with Summit Access

Enhance your Eiffel Tower experience accessing the elevator and marvel at panoramic views of Paris

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Explore all floors up to the summit

Picture-perfect moment

Admire iconic landmarks of Paris 

Meet your tour escort

Eiffel Tower Tickets with Exclusive Summit Access 

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Travel the River Thames by boat then dive into British history at London's famous fortress

Tower Bridge

Legends and Lore Tour of the Tower of London

Explore Buckingham Palace, see the Crown Jewels, take a river cruise on the Thames, and more!

London in a Day Tour with Westminster Abbey and Tower of London

Hear legends from the Guardians of the Tower of London before your full tour of the fortress

Exclusive Meet & Greet Tour with the Tower of London Beefeaters

Tower of London

tower bridge

Explore royal history at London's famous church before seeing Buckingham Palace's iconic ceremony

Changing of the Guard

Buckingham Palace

London Walking Tour with Westminster Abbey and Changing of the Guard

Discover London's deep history at Westminster Abbey, Tower of London, and the Changing of the Guard

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Private London in a Day Tour

Westminster Abbey

big ben

Big Ben

See the Mona Lisa, Sacre-Coeur, and Moulin Rouge with organized transportation and an expert guide

Paris in a Day

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Liberty Leading the People

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Paris in a Day Tour with Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Seine River Cruise

Paris Attractions

Skip the line to see the World's greatest art with a max group size of 6 and a friendly expert guide

Semi-Private Louvre Tour with Mona Lisa

See the best of the Louvre with fewer crowds and a passionate guide on this late afternoon tour

Louvre at Closing Time Tour with Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo

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Admire pieces by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and more alongside an expert guide and semi-private group

Semi-Private Musée d'Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

Discover the incredible Paris museum that most tourists miss, with Monet, Van Gogh, Gaugin, and more

End inside Orsay Museum

Private Musée d'Orsay Tour with Skip the Line Tickets

Immerse yourself in a captivating introduction to the works of Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and more! 

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Musee d'Orsay

Discover the real culture of the city at Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, and the Gothic Quarter

Unbeatable Barcelona in a Day Tour

Admire Gaudi’s whimsical architecture in Barcelona’s most famous park

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El Drac (the Lizard) 

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Get to know Montserrat better with your guide before trying local delicacies at an organic vineyard

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End your tour at Barcelona North Bus Station

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Overwhelmed by Rome's chaos? Endless lines at the Colosseum, swarming Vatican crowds, and tourist traps posing as authentic eateries can ruin your dream trip. That's where we come in. We've spent years offering unparalleled access to Rome's iconic sites without the usual hassles. Skip lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, explore the Colosseum's underground chambers, and savor genuine Roman cuisine in Trastevere. Our charismatic guides don't just show you the city—they bring its history to life
 

You want to see it all when you come to Italy, which means you have to plan carefully and maximize that precious vacation time. Whether you want to explore Tuscany, Venice, Rome, or the Amalfi Coast, you'll find the perfect tour for you. We're Italy experts and have cultivated years of relationships at the top sites. What does that mean for you? You'll enjoy skip-the-line entry and exclusive access to restricted areas at top monuments like the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.

Admire the stunning Suicidal Gaul, Athlete at Rest, and more then see the ruins of Domitian' Stadium

After meeting your friendly private tour guide outside Palazzo Altemps, you'll skip the line to enter the grand courtyard, home to antique statues such as Athlete at Rest and Statue of Demeter. Afterwards, enjoy a tour of the museum's famous art and antiquities collection, including the Suicidal Gaul.Next, you'll head underground at Piazza Navona to the hidden ruins of Domitian's 20,000 seat stadium. See how this historic area would once have looked, and learn about the incredible sporting events that once entertained so many Roman citizens.<h2>Palazzo Altemps &amp; Domitian's Stadium Private Tour Description</h2>Your 3-hour tour includes: <ul><li>Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Altemps</li><li>Private tour of the museum and courtyard</li><li>See Athlete at Rest, the Suicidal Gaul, and more!</li><li>Admission to the Piazza Navona Underground</li><li>Private tour of the ancient Stadium of Domitian</li><li>Your own personal, art historian guide</li></ul><h3>Palazzo Altemps Museum and Courtyard</h3>Your private tour begins outside Palazzo Altemps in the heart of Rome, just a few blocks from the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Mausoleum of Augustus. Throughout its nearly 3,000 year long history Rome has become a web of architecture, art, and culture. Today, you'll explore the great statues of ancient Rome and an oft overlooked underground stadium with your own passionate local guide. As you enter the courtyard of Palazzo Altemps, imagine the centuries of glamour when the building functioned as a luxurious palace, and learn about the palace's history, its ties to famous popes, and so much more. In the courtyard, enjoy an amazing collection of statues from antiquity. Take in the grandeur of the Athlete at Rest, Statue of Demeter, and impressive original busts of emperors such as the famous and notorious Nero. <h3>The Ludovisi Collection</h3>Your expert guide will lead you in from the courtyard to start exploring the fantastic collection held inside the museum.During the 15th century, near what is now Tiburtina train station, there was a massive archaeological discovery of statues, artifacts and more from Ancient Rome. The works found included long forgotten masterpieces of ancient sculpture as well as the remains and possessions of emperors from the 3rd century A.D. Many of these statues ended up in the hands of the influential Roman family, the Ludovisi. During these centuries, the Italian aristocracy was obsessed with who patronized and collected the best art. From the Borghese family commissioning Caravaggio and Bernini, to the Barberini bees found across Roman buildings, art was the way to show power. Learn how the Ludovisi became a power player with their newfound collection. Among many pieces, your guide will lead you to the two most famous in the museum, the Suicidal Gaul and Ludovico Sarcophagus. The statue of the Suicidal Gaul is an important representation of the mindset of war to Romans. The statue portrays the story of a Gallic soldier who, in light of his family being forced into slavery, killed them all and then himself. It's an allegory that shines on many things, especially how even the Romans knew the strength of their brutality. In addition, your guide will show you more from Rome's wartime past, including the Ludovico Sarcophagus. Likely the tomb of a general or even emperor, the burial piece depicts a battle between the Romans and Goths during the tumultuous "Crisis of the Third Century." After passing through the great statues of antiquity who focus on war and the gods, the second portion of the tour involves the Romans other huge passion, games and racing. <h3>Underground Ruins of the Stadium of Domitian</h3>Below the modern, bustling square of Piazza Navona, discover how it looked in the first century A.D. Often thought of as Ancient Rome's third stadium behind the Colosseum and Circus Maximus, the Stadium of Domitian held track and field events surrounded by 20,000 cheering spectators, and some say that the origins of M.M.A. can be traced back to this very spot!Domitian opened the stadium in 86 A.D. after years of both tragedy and triumph in Rome. As games in the Colosseum commenced in 79 A.D., fires raged in the Campo Marzio district of the city and the infamous volcano destroyed Pompeii. Beyond the destruction to Roman cities, Domitian also lost his brother, the Emperor Titus, in 81 A.D. Against the odds, Domitian continued the building tradition of his family and brought another great stadium to the legacy of the Flavian Dynasty. Your guide will lead you through the stadium's ruins. See the expert architecture and incredible layers of stories built into Piazza Navona.At the end of your tour, your guide will say goodbye in Piazza Navona.

Tour Overview

Just some comfortable shoes and a passion for art and history!

What to bring

Skip-the-line entry to Palazzo Altemps

Private tour of the museum and courtyard

See Athlete at Rest, the Suicidal Gaul, and more!

Admission to the Piazza Navona Underground

Private tour of the ancient Stadium of Domitian

Your own personal, art historian guide

What's included

One of Ancient Rome's most impressive statues, see how Roman's even portrayed their enemies with dignity

The Suicidal Gaul

Donned with Roman Statues, as you enter Palazzo Altemps, imagine the grandeur of the palace 5 centuries ago

Explore magnificent Palazzo Altemps

See Suicidal Gaul, the Ludovico Sarcophagus and much more with an expert guide

Discover iconic Roman collections

See the grand stoic statue of antiquity located in the Altemps courtyard

The Athlete at Rest

See the emblematic busts of Nero and other famous and infamous emperors in the Roman History

Original busts of famous Roman emperors

Likely the final resting place of a Roman General, the casket depicts a 3rd century Roman victory in battle

The Ludovico Sarcophogus

Deep below Piazza Navona the Colosseum is not the city's only great underground

The ancient Stadium of Domitian

From the bustling markets and fountains of the modern square to its ancient role as a chariot stadium, Piazza Navona is an artery of Roman history

Layers of history below Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona is home to many incredible fountain's including this Bernini masterpiece built into an Egyptian obelisk

Bernini's Four Rivers Statue

Itinerary

Join an expert private guide to see the underground ruins of the Stadium of Domitian and works such as Athlete at Rest and Suicidal Gaul in Palazzo Altemps

Looking for something new and exciting to do in Rome? Most tourists never see the incredible ruins hidden beneath Piazza Navona, but our private Rome guides are ready to reveal the secrets of Domitian’s ancient stadium and so much more! First, you’ll discover the grand courtyard and fascinating museum at Palazzo Altemps, filled with some of Rome’s finest art and sculpture. Then, descend to the 20,000-seat stadium and learn about the brutal events once staged in this hidden gem of Rome.