Hotel Victoria

The capital city of Rome is Italy’s masterwork. You can marvel at the Colosseum, Vatican City and Roman Forum with just 48 hours in the city, thanks to a UNESCO-listed historic centre with a roll call of millennia-old ruins and soaring domes.

Away from the well-worn paths, Rome has plenty of surprises up its sleeve. Dive into tangled medieval neighbourhoods like Trastevere for narrow trattoria-lined streets and hidden chapels.

And just when you think you’ve seen it all, the city changes. An ever-changing flow of new restaurants, art exhibitions and festivals means that there’s always an excuse to revisit to Rome.

Caracalla - Rome Opera Summer Festival ( 11 June - 8 August 2019) 

Held in the exquisite open air setting of Carcalla's Thermal Baths, this celebration of opera includes the works of Verdi, Profok'ev and Domingo. Featuring the stunning La Traviata, heartbreaking Aida and timeless fable of Romeo and Juliet, the festival culminates in a stunning ballet gala featuring famed dancer Roberto Bolle.

Colosseum

The largest-amphitheatre ever built, Rome’s most famous monument has been standing for almost 2,000 years

Pantheon

Rome’s pantheon is a true architectural wonder. Its impressive dome was originally constructed in 27 AD.

The Vatican

No visit to Rome is complete without seeing the smallest state. Its museums are home to the world’s greatest art.

Spanish Steps

These 135 steps are known around the world for their majesty and beauty and are the perfect place to take a seat and enjoy a gelato.

Trevi Fountain

Tucked away in a small piazza, this impressive fountain depicts Neptune's chariot being led by Tritons with seahorses.

Trastevere

Take a trip across the river to this lively neighbourhood with an authentic feel and family-run pizzarias.

Aventine Keyhole

Head to Aventine Hill for a unique viewpoint of the city. A tiny keyhole perfectly frames St. Peter’s Basilica.

San Gianicolo Hill

Rome’s highest hill has fantastic panoramas over the city with bars open during the summer.

Villa Borghese Gardens

These large gardens in central Rome are the perfect spot for a picnic during summer and admire the elegant villas in the grounds.

Baths of Caracalla

These are some of the best-preserved buildings of ancient Rome and were once the city’s second largest public baths.

• Longitude: 12.490432
• Latitude: 41.909794

For more information on travel and transport visit our Rome page

Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica (half day)

Skip the lines on the small group excursion and enjoy a professionally-guided tour of the Vatican Museums that house one of the most extensive art collections in the world. After this informative tour, you'll visit St. Peter's Basilica where you can admire Bernini's intricate detail in the building's design and admire the world-renowned Sistine Chapel. 

Departs: Daily except Sundays from 01 Apr - 31 Oct

Price: £61pp - hotel pick up and drop off is not included

Panoramic Open Top Bus Tour (24 – 48 hours)

This two-hour bus tour of Rome is a great introduction to the city and stops off at some of the most popular sights. Stay for the whole tour, which has taped commentary in English, or hop on and hop off at your leisure.

Departs: Daily from 01 Apr – 31 Oct

Price: £23pp – hotel pick up and drop off is not included

Angels & Demons Tour (half day)

Discover the secrets if the Illuminati in this tour that was inspired by Dan Brown’s novel. You’ll follow in the footsteps of Dr. Robert Langdon and visit locations from the movie including Santa Maria del Popolo Church, Piazza del Popolo, St. Peter's Square and Piazza Navona to follow the ‘Path of Illumination’.

Departs: Tuesday and Friday from 01 Apr – 17 Nov

Price: £54pp – includes entrance fees to Castel San Angelo. Hotel pick up and drop off is not included.

Crypts & Catacombs Tour (half day)

With millennia of history, Rome is home to some truly fascinating sites. On this tour, you’ll head into the Eternal City’s underground burial chambers and crypts from across the ages. You’ll visit the Cappuccini Crypt that was decorated entirely with human bones, the Domitilla Catacombs (an ancient Christian burial ground) and the Church of San Clemente that has a pagan temple with ruins reaching 57 feet deep.

Departs: Daily from 01 Apr – 17 Nov

Price: £65pp – includes entrance fees. Hotel pick up and drop off is not included.

Colosseum Tour (3.5 hours)

Skip the line at the Colosseum and follow your expert guide through the Gladiator’s Gate, where you’ll be able to step onto the arena floor – an area that is off-limits to most visitors. You’ll continue your tour of the rest of the Colosseum before heading to the Roman Forum and Palatine where your guide will discuss the rich history of Imperial Rome.

Departs: Daily from 01 Mar – 31 Oct

Price: £52pp – includes entrance fees. Hotel pick up and drop off is not included.

Hidden Treasures of Trastevere (3 hours)

This small group excursion will take you to the quaint and charming Trastevere area of Rome. The name translates to ‘beyond the Tiber’ and this is one of the most characterful parts of the city. An expert guide will lead you through the hidden streets, past bars and locals enjoying dinner in authentic pizzerias while sharing stories with you. After the walking tour, you’ll enjoy an intimate four-course dinner at a private villa.

Departs: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 01 Apr – 31 Oct

Price: £90pp – hotel pick up and drop off is not included

Afternoon Food Tour with Aperitivo (3 hours)

Enjoy authentic Roman food and craft beers on this fun afternoon tour. You’ll take a walking tour of the Regola and Trastevere neighbourhoods with your guide pointing out some interesting historical sites and stopping to taste some of Rome’s best food along the way including trapizzino, a take on pizza with triangular pieces of dough filled with delicious ingredients, and freshly-made pasta. This will be paired with mouth-watering craft beer, wine or soft drinks. The tour concludes with a gelato tasting. This excursion is on request, please call to book.

Departs: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 01 Apr – 31 Oct

Price: £57pp – hotel pick up and drop off is not included.

Restaurants & Bars

Ristorante Belisario serves traditional cuisine that cooks with the season in mind. An excellent selection of wines are available to complement each dish on the menu. The restaurant is open between 12pm - 4pm and 7pm - 10.30pm at lunch between the hours of 12:00-15:00 and for dinner between 19:00-22:30 very day of the week.

Vic's Lobby Bar has been finished in a 1950's style and serves local and international drinks between 3pm and midnight.

General Facilities

• Rooftop garden
• Wifi