Cultural Tours in Italy

Explore the best of ancient Rome on this 3-hour small-group walking tour. Follow your guide through the Colosseum, the icon of the 'Eternal City, with skip-the-line tickets and avoid the long queues. Then head to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to learn more about the rich history of ancient Rome from your informative guide as you admire the ancient structures.

Discover the extraordinary archaeological complex of "Roman Houses of Celio" below the Basilica of Sts. John and Paul.

Discover the enchanting atmosphere of Rome's grand piazzas and historic fountains after hours with an evening walking tour. No need to worry about navigating the busy streets of Rome in the dark on your own, you'll follow a guide to many of the most famous city sites. In a small group, you'll set out from the Spanish Steps in Piazza di Spagna to visit the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Piazza Farnese, and more.

Forget the hassle of large tour groups and explore the rich history and architecture of Rome with a private guide. With this tour, you'll see many of Rome's famous sites such as the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Navona as well as some lesser-known treasures and hidden alleyways you'd never find exploring on your own. Perfect for first time visitors, you'll get plenty of insider tips and advice on how to spend the rest of your visit from you guide.

Maximus Tours is proud to offer the least expensive Semi Private Evening Walking Tour available! With our knowledgeable and entertaining Rome tour guides you will escape the crowds of tourists to walk in the footsteps of Emperors. Like most European Capitals, the city of Rome is best explored at dusk. This walking tour covers the most famous monuments, piazzas and fountains in the heart of present day Rome and the historic centre. The tour also explores some of the smaller treasures which are off the beaten track and hard to find. Don't wait until the last minute to book as spaces are limited! Reserve now with no hidden fees!

Live your own 'dolce vita' with a private, 3-hour walking tour of romantic Rome including the city's most emblematic Baroque squares and fountains. Let an expert guide reveal the stories and secrets behind monuments like the Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and the Pantheon, and discover hidden gems like a historic caf e, ancient underground ruins, or a sculptor's atelier on a customized itinerary. Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided for a seamless and stress-free experience.

Tight on time in Rome? Experience the best of Italy's capital in one day on this private 7-hour tour of four city must-sees, with skip-the-line admission at each. Enjoy priority access to the Colosseum and Roman Forum, exploring their classical ruins and history. After lunch (own expense), enjoy fast-track admission to St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums, viewing the museums' highlights and showpiece: Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel. An art historian guide and admission fees included.

Explore Rome at your own pace and with the convenience of your own wheels by renting an electric car. In a small, eco-friendly vehicle, you can drive through the city center to reach Rome's most popular landmarks, from the Colosseum to St. Peter's Basilica. Public parking fees are included.

Explore one of Rome's most atmospheric and history-shrouded landmarks on this tour of the Catacombs of San Callisto. Located along the Appian Way, and once the resting place of several popes, martyrs, and other significant figures, the catacombs are a truly unique destination. Learn more about their history, and follow your guide to the major points of interest, on this morning tour. With round-trip bus transit from central Rome included, it's never been simpler to discover.

Maximize time in Rome with a Segway tour led by a local guide. Zip through the streets of the Eternal City to see top landmarks including Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. Learn about the art and architecture of Rome during this small-group tour, limited to eight people to deliver a personalized experience.

Rome wasn't built in a day, but it can be seen in one. Ideal for travelers on a tight schedule, this one-day tour of Rome covers the best of the Eternal City in a single whirlwind outing. Shave hours off your visit with exclusive skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Vatican Museums, and enter St. Peter's Basilica through a private passageway. Tours include detailed guided commentary and a complimentary gelato.

Private Driving Tour including the Colosseum and all the city highlights, with a local guide. Starting with the exciting Colosseum, discover the amazing Baroque areas of Rome. We will finish the tour with a drive up Janiculum to enjoy the view and drive by St Peter's Square, before returning to your hotel.

UNESCO-listed Rome is home to many of the world's most impressive Roman ruins and treasures, but exploring this busy capital city on foot takes time and effort. On this tour, spin through Rome by Segway and see the sites with ease. Reach top attractions including the Castel Sant'Angelo, the Circus Maximus, and the Colosseum, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour - limited to eight people.

Experience the top attractions and hidden secrets of Rome during a 3-hour private tour by golf cart.  Customize your itinerary to only include the places that interest you, then buckle up. The golf cart enables you to discover the city efficiently, while avoiding heavy traffic. Listen to your guide narrate as you travel through Rome's charming backstreets. Along the way, stop for a complimentary gelato and coffee.

UNESCO-listed Rome is perhaps most famous for the Colosseum, but away from this ancient attraction there's a rich Jewish history waiting to be discovered. On this tour, follow your guide through the 16th-century Trastevere neighborhood to sites of interest including the Great Synagogue of Rome. Learn of the trials and tribulations faced by Roman Jews down the centuries, and hear the hidden secrets of the world's oldest Jewish ghetto.

Experience the highlights of Rome on a private 4-hour walking tour. Choose a start time between 9am and 3pm and meet your guide at your hotel. The comprehensive itinerary takes you to the Spanish Steps, Jewish Ghetto, inside the Pantheon, and beyond.  Your guide creates a truly immersive environment, in which you can ask as many questions as you like. Afterwards, conclude at your hotel or a specific point of interest.

Don't just see Rome's catacombs as a tourist, visit them as an archaeologist and learn about excavation techniques and ancient burial methods, too. Visiting one of the catacombs that's normally off-limits to the public, you'll put on a helmet and light up a torch to follow an archaeologist-guide. The experience isn't recommended for people with claustrophobia, but, if you're an adventurous soul, you'll be rewarded with sights of the Eternal City that few visitors see.

Trade the crowds and bustle of central Rome for a tranquil morning on the edge of the city during this walking tour. Meet your guide at a convenient location, board a bus, and head to the Appian Way: one of ancient Rome's most important thoroughfares. Follow the route and admire a number of history-rich landmarks, from the Catacombs of San Callisto and Circus of Maxentius to the Aqua Claudia aqueduct. As you go, learn more about the history of the sights.

The Colosseum ranks among UNESCO-listed Rome's top attractions, attracting admirers from across the world - and the entry queues are often long. With this private tour, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and explore other Rome landmarks including the Forum, Palatine Hill, and St. Peter in Chains Church. With your guide to lead the way, gain insight into life in the city during the days of the Roman Empire.

Private walking tour, 2 hours long. All the essential Jewish district! If visiting Rome for you is a little more than just admiring the monuments, or you would like to know more about past and present history avoiding the beaten track, you'll love to travel in time and cultures not moving from one neighborhood, while learning about our multicultural city. The Jewish district tour is a tour you cannot miss.  For approximately 2 hours, you can learn from your art historian guide about the rich history of the Jewish culture in Italy while walking through what was once a restrictive environment. At the end, if you like, you can taste a biscuit or/adn fried artichokes from local bakeries.