1 day

About this activity

The Vatican Museums are a must-see for tourists of any age, so if you’re wondering whether your kids will get the most out of it look no further. On this specially crafted tour, we have removed the barriers between children and visiting the masterpieces held within its 9 miles of wall to wall art. This fantastic guided visit starts with our special partners' Skip the Line entry, a 2-hour itinerary designed especially for families, careful explanations of some of the world’s best art, as well as specific activities and materials that your children are going to love.

Your kids will be full of energy and burning with curiosity as you step into the museum for a special visit with a passionate guide, whose insight, stories and games will keep your children engaged for an experience that is educational and fun at the same time. We have carefully chosen the most kid-friendly parts of the museum, weaving a rich narrative that covers not only the Vatican’s timeless masterpieces, but also the history of the Papacy itself.

Your young travelers will embark on a journey they will never forget as they explore with their expert guide and imagination to lead them, seeing the Pope-mobile, the wonders of ancient Egypt, the Gallery of Maps and Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. After the tour ends, your guide will show you where to gain direct Skip the Line access to St. Peter's Basilica, which you will be able to explore at your own pace.

After approx. 3 hour break, giving both you and your kids plenty of time for lunch and a rest, you’ll meet up with us again across town for your Colosseum Family Tour in the afternoon. There are few historical sites in the world that spark the imagination like this immense amphitheater. With a rich history of emperors, gladiators, lions and mock-sea battles – there is something new and fascinating to discover at every turn! As the only Colosseum tour designed to engage kids and adults alike, it is a truly fun experience that is sure to be the highlight of your vacation.

Role-playing, visuals, and challenges will keep everyone involved as the gladiatorial arena and Roman Forum are brought to life. Your guide will enthusiastically narrate the history of the Colosseum through stories and anecdotes about the brave men who fought here and the emperors who ruled them, creating vivid pictures of the past. Feel free to participate and encourage your kids to ask questions in this open and interactive environment as the glory of Ancient Rome is explored at its top two archaeological sites.

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Included

Skip the line access to the Vatican Museums
Skip the Line access to the Colosseum, including ticket and reservation fees
Skip the line access to St Peter’s Basilica
English-speaking guides
Groups of 25 people or less for the Colosseum Family Tour
Groups of 20 people or less for the Vatican Family Tour
Headsets so you can always hear your guide

Not included

Gratuities
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Transfers between two tours
Food/Beverages

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
Large purses, bags, and backpacks are not allowed inside the Vatican Museums and Colosseum.
It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at each meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
Our coordinators will be wearing blue polo shirts or jackets to be easily recognizable at the meeting point.
Guests must check in with our representatives both in the morning and in the afternoon.
Italy’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
You must wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for entering sacred or holy places.
On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.
This activity is not wheelchair accessible. Strollers and baby carriers cannot be accommodated.
If you have limited mobility, you should not take part.
On Wednesdays, access to St. Peter’s Basilica & Square may be closed at the time of the morning tour due to the Papal Audience.
Non-flash photography is permitted throughout the tour, except in the Sistine Chapel where talking and photography are prohibited.