The Vatican Museums Tour: A Life-Changing Experience

Dear guest, to visit these extraordinary museums, trust us and plan ahead. Write to us 1-2 months in advance so we can secure your booking at an affordable price. Give the museum the time it deserves—2-3 hours of exploration, with breaks to reflect and recharge your mind and eyes. It is a memorable place that should be experienced at a calm pace. Trust us and let yourself be guided by a love for art. The Vatican Museums are among the most renowned cultural institutions in the world, showcasing centuries of art, history, and faith. Located within Vatican City, they house an extensive collection amassed by the Roman Catholic Church over centuries. The museums span several thematic galleries, chapels, and rooms, each rich in artistic and historical significance. Key highlights include the Sistine Chapel, featuring Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment, and the Raphael Rooms, adorned with frescoes by Raphael and his workshop. The Gallery of Maps offers a stunning visual representation of Italy’s regions during the late 16th century, while the Gallery of Tapestries displays intricate woven works from the Renaissance. The museums also feature the Gregorian Egyptian Museum, with artifacts from ancient Egypt, and the Pio-Clementine Museum, home to classical sculptures like the Laocoön Group and Apollo Belvedere. Modern religious art also finds a place, with works by artists like Salvador Dalí and Vincent van Gogh

woman smoking cigarette in grayscale photography
woman smoking cigarette in grayscale photography

The Colosseum and Forum Tour: a site that recounts the story of us all

In Rome lies a place that embodies the essence of the city’s millennia-long history, a site that recounts the story of all of us and the foundations of the Western world: the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum. In just three hours, the ancient ruins will reveal their profound narrative, transporting you through time. Wander the Colosseum, a testament to the grandeur and spectacle of the Roman games; traverse the Roman Forum, once the beating heart of public life; and ascend the Palatine Hill, home to the majestic remains of imperial palaces. These awe-inspiring monuments—temples, basilicas, triumphal arches, and altars of devotion—stand as enduring symbols of Rome’s legacy. Encounter the figures who shaped this eternal city: Romulus, Caesar, Mark Antony, Augustus, and the Popes. This extraordinary journey spans from the mythic origins of Rome through the heights of the Empire, the rise of Christianity, the splendor of Papal Rome, and the birth of modern Italy. Seize the opportunity to delve into this unparalleled history, and allow us to guide you through it. Reach out at least two weeks prior to your visit to ensure your tickets are secured at the best rates. Let us curate an unforgettable cultural experience for you—one that brings Rome’s eternal story vividly to life.

Art & Bites in Trastevere

To enrich both the soul and the senses, we will visit ancient churches, admire priceless masterpieces of art, and uncover a fascinating underground surprise. To satisfy our taste buds and curiosity, we’ll enjoy delicious bites like supplì, red pizza, and traditional Roman biscuits, all while exploring charming local shops.

This is a leisurely walk of less than 2 km, featuring 3 tastings, 2 churches, and 1 underground visit.We’ll explore the medieval churches of San Crisogono and Santa Maria in Trastevere, renowned for their mosaics and a hidden underground gem. At San Francesco, we’ll admire an astonishing statue by Bernini, where themes of sexuality and religion intertwine. And, of course, we’ll indulge in some delectable Italian bites from an old bakery, a cozy café, and... well, the rest is a surprise!

The Sacred and the Sexual, a visit of Palazzo Barberini

Discovering this art collection we will focus on the development of European taste in matter of nudity, sexuality and love.

Strolling through the streets of downtown Rome literally means being surrounded by beauty. Streets, squares, churches, museums, sun, colors are an ode to beauty. The concept of beauty is a pillar of the classical Greek-Roman art and often shows sensuality and eroticism; just think of the various female and male classical nudes visible in the museums of the city.
But, as the reader would rightly think, "religion is something else". Nevertheless, sometimes, walking through museums and churches - almost without realizing it, perhaps because unexpected - all sorts of nudes jump out at us as we wander by. Naked flesh of the Saints and corporal ecstasy, the breasts of a Madonna nursing the Holy Baby, and often even the groin of the child Jesus unveiled! All of a sudden we stop dead in our tracks thinking "Hey wait, but, what did I see?". Is this Christian art, is this the Roman Catholic Church? Wasn't nakedness sinful, embarrassing? The sense of it exists and is connected to the innermost part of the Christian faith.

Bernini vs Borromini

It was a rivalry between two men that transformed Rome into the most beautiful and modern city of 17th century Europe.

These two really hated each other. Their names: Gianlorenzo Bernini and Francesco Borromini. This… is the story of their enmity!
So, let’s get to know the contenders. Understanding Baroque in a 2 hours walk!
The two main masters of roman Baroque: Bernini's passion, art as a full theatrical lighting. Borromini's genius, the modernity of "chess master" architect.
Their masterpieces on the Quirinale hill.

The Jesuit Tour of Rome

This experience is a walk through Rome’s “Jesuit district,” allowing us to connect with the fascinating history of the Order. It is also an experience in the art of illusion, as we’ll admire Baroque masterpieces created to capture our gaze and make us see a new reality. Get ready, because vaults will seem to move, paintings will appear to break through buildings, curves will look like corners, and flat surfaces will seem rounded and elevated. This is the illusion of anamorphic painting, a technique created by the great master Andrea Pozzo more than three centuries ago. What makes it even more fascinating is that this art was created with a religious purpose, as part of a new method of evangelization—the Jesuit method. Our visit will explore themes of religion, war, political power, military background, mysteries, and also social justice, ecumenical dialogue, and the significance of spirituality and art as tools for evangelical missions. We will begin by admiring Andrea Pozzo’s most famous work: the vault and the faux dome inside the Church of St. Ignatius. The effect will be powerful, but to truly understand his skill and the meaning of anamorphosis, we’ll continue by discovering the corridor he painted in the rooms of St. Ignatius.These rooms are a 5-minute walk from our meeting point, within the House of the Order. Nearby, we’ll enter the Jesuits’ main church: the Gesù. After a brief visit to the church, we’ll end our tour by watching the surprising Machina Barocca show (here the text of the Machina in english). Above the tomb of Ignatius, surrounded by art and music, we’ll witness the dramatic unveiling of the massive silver statue of the saint, floating straight to Heaven.

Catholic art has never been so captivating…

Rome in Golfcar

Visit all of Rome in a half-day tour while riding comfortably in an eco-friendly electric golf cart. We begin at the famous Aventine and Esquiline Hills, overlooking the Colosseum, and continue through the Vatican district before climbing the Janiculum Hill for a stunning view of the Eternal City. Then we drive past the Circus Maximus toward the charming Testaccio area for a coffee break, before cruising through the Renaissance quarters with Piazza Navona and the Pantheon

"Grande Galerie" of Art, the Roman Churches

The Grande Galerie in the Louvre Museum, Paris, is renowned as the hall of Italian paintings, showcasing what many consider the richest collection of Italian art in the world. But what if you could admire an even greater collection, just a short stroll away—and for free? Prepare to be amazed by masterpieces from Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, Rubens, Bramante, the Carracci, Domenichino, Bernini, Andrea Pozzo, Gaulli, and many more. The most extraordinary exhibition of Italian art is still in Italy—spread throughout the churches of Rome! Feeling overwhelmed by the seemingly endless number of churches in the city? Unsure which ones are must-sees or where the true artistic treasures lie? This guided tour leads you through the labyrinthine streets of Rome’s historic center, revealing extraordinary masterpieces that grace intimate chapels and magnificent gilded altars. Discover these artworks in their original setting—the very places they were created to inspire awe and devotion