How to skip the line at the Vatican
September 1, 2019
The queues to get into the Vatican are notoriously long, and the Roman sun is hot. We show you how to keep your cool by skipping the lines.
Category: Classic sights
No more traffic past the Colosseum
August 19, 2019
Finally – Pax Romana at the Forum! Roaring round the Colosseum in heavy traffic has been a classic image of Rome since Audrey Hepburn first climbed onto a Vespa, but Via dei Fori Imperiali, the road that passes through the
The best time of day to visit the Colosseum
August 19, 2019
Changes to how Colosseum tickets are being sold have added a new layer of complexity on when to plan your visit. Here is a clear steer on what time to see the monument.
How to see the Pope!
August 19, 2019
Il Papa is a world figurehead, whether you’re Catholic or not. We show you how you can see him speak during your visit.
Short tour of the Pantheon
August 19, 2019
The Pantheon is not big, but it is stunningly impressive. This short and inexpensive group tour will help you to interpret the amazing sights you can see within and outside.
Orientation tour: self-guided piazza walk
August 19, 2019
A gentle, rewarding walk that introduces you to Rome’s major baroque piazzas and some ancient sites. Perfect for those who have just arrived, but to be enjoyed by everyone.
Colosseum, Forum and Palatine small group tour
August 19, 2019
This semi-private tour takes you around the Colosseum, then through the Forum, and atop the Palatine Hill to give you an outstanding interpretation of these incredible monuments.
Are ‘skip the line’ tours of the Vatican legitimate?
August 19, 2019
We assess the pros and cons of paying guides to take you round the Vatican (and other sites), and give you tips to find a good company to do so.
Early bird tour of Colosseum, Forum & Palatine
August 19, 2019
Get into the Colosseum before the hordes arrive, with an expert guide who will bring the stadium alive for you.
Self-guided walking tour around the ancient city
August 19, 2019
This free self-guided walk takes you from the site of Caesar’s death to Rome’s own pyramid, taking in the original Jewish Ghetto and the most beautiful view of the most beautiful city on earth.
Where are the best views of Rome?
August 19, 2019
Rightly famed for its beautiful vistas and viewpoints, we present the best places to gaze over and photograph the roofs and domes of Rome going back two thousand years.
What did ancient Rome look like?
August 19, 2019
We present a stunning new video of ancient Rome that goes above and beyond the equally staggering 1933 model.
The optical illusion of St Peter’s Basilica from Via Niccolò Piccolomini
August 19, 2019
The further you get from the dome, the bigger it gets! This amazing view of St Peter’s is from the residential street of Via Niccolò Piccolomini.
The cheapest way to skip the lines at the Vatican
August 19, 2019
Here’s how you can save money buying your own ticket online to skip the lines at the Vatican.
What should I see if I have only one day in Rome?
August 19, 2019
Rome wasn’t built in a day, and one day is nowhere near enough to see everything this city has to offer. Even a year isn’t enough, to be totally honest. That said, there may be circumstances – a cruise, a
The difference between St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican
August 19, 2019
To clear up any confusion we first need to define some terminology: Vatican City Vatican City is a city-state with clearly defined borders. It is an independent country surrounded by Italy, and presided over by the Holy See (the Catholic
How to skip the line at the Colosseum
August 19, 2019
Key insider tips from Rome locals on how to avoid wasting precious vacation time lining up at the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill and walk straight in.
How to skip the line at St Peter’s Basilica
August 19, 2019
St. Peter’s Basilica is free and the lines can be extremely long. There are, however, several legitimate ways to skip the lines. We give you insider tips.
How to skip the lines at the Pantheon
August 19, 2019
If you only see one thing during your visit to Rome, make it the Pantheon. It’s the most stunning of all Rome’s monuments. Here’s your insider info on the ticketing situation, opening hours, and lining up.
Stunning timelapse of Rome
August 19, 2019
There have been a lot of beautiful films of Rome. There have been a lot of beautiful time-lapse films of Rome. But nothing we’ve seen has ever been quite like this. Expand the video to full screen HD for best
The best time of day to visit the Vatican Museums
August 19, 2019
Avoid the crowds by choosing the time of your skip-the-lines Vatican Museums ticket wisely – and learn about other interesting times and ways of visiting.
Rome Tourist Card – the only discount card that doesn’t expire
August 19, 2019
The “Rome Tourist Card” is a fantastic, downloadable package that combines preferential skip the line tickets, discounts, an airport transfer, and a hop-on-hop-off bus ticket in Rome.
