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15 Rome Night Tours, Fountains Lit and Crowds Gone

63 tours  ·  from $15 a head

The fountains are lit, the coaches have gone and Trastevere is just sitting down to eat. These 15 evenings are priced and timed, from food walks to sidecar rides past the floodlit Colosseum.

Winner 2025 Rome Twilight Trastevere Food Tour by Eating Europe - An ancient cellar at Spirito di Vino
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Winner 2025 Rome Twilight Trastevere Food Tour by Eating Europe

1.Winner 2025 Rome Twilight Trastevere Food Tour by Eating Europe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,157 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $125Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide for a small-group evening walk through Trastevere, with tastings at Roman trattorias, street-food stops, a historic wine cellar, and a gelateria. The route changes by day, but may include Da Enzo al 29, Spirito di Vino, supplì, pasta, porchetta, and wine. Past guides include Luca, Rish, and Valentina.

“Dalia was our tour guide, and I can’t say enough about how amazing and entertaining she was. The food and wine were next level, and I we got VIP treatment everywhere we went, including Da Enzo. I wish I could do it again tonight, it was that good. Don’t miss this tour if you can go!”

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Rome: City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour - From Santa Maria Maggiore to the Colosseum
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Rome: City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour

2.City Highlights Open-Top Bus Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,038 reviews · 45 min · from $22

Ride a red, open-top double-decker past landmarks including Santa Maria Maggiore, the Colosseum, St. John Lateran, the Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona. The 45-minute loop has recorded commentary in eight languages, headphones, WiFi, and a sightseeing app. It is a quick evening overview, not a hop-on, hop-off tour, and there are no attraction visits or scheduled stops.

“Kabir helped us in the tour and he jas been great!”

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Rome: Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets - Ponte Sisto and the walk toward the river
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Rome: Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets

3.Paranormal Night Walking Tour & Secret Backstreets

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,921 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Follow an English-speaking, ghost-loving guide from Campo de’ Fiori to Castel Sant’Angelo on a two-hour night walk. Stops include the statue of Giordano Bruno, Ponte Sisto, and the church of Santa Maria dell’Orazione e Morte. Expect Roman murder tales, eerie legends, and small details you may miss by day. Groups are capped at 20, with private tours available.

“Dinara, is the best storyteller, you will enter another world hearing the story she tells about the history of secrets of rome. Definitely a must when visiting rome!”

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Vespa Sidecar Tour By Night with Pickup - Aventine Hill and the Orange Tree Garden
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Vespa Sidecar Tour By Night with Pickup

4.Vespa Sidecar Tour By Night with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,803 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $146

Ride through Rome as a passenger on a vintage Vespa, with a driver at the handlebars and a guide sharing stories at stops such as the Colosseum, Aventine Hill, Trastevere, and Janiculum Hill. The roughly three-hour evening tour includes a helmet and a gelato or coffee stop. Sidecar seating is shared by two guests; solo riders use a Vespa without a sidecar.

“Wonderful experience. Manuel, Fortunado and Henrico were gracious, knowledgeable and a lot of fun. Great way to see Rome and experience the Vespa culture. Would highly recommend.”

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Rome by Night - Ebike Small Group Tour - Food and Wine (Option) - The Vatican is a brief stop, not a full visit
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Rome by Night – Ebike Small Group Tour – Food and Wine (Option)

5.Rome by Night – Ebike Small Group Tour – Food and Wine (Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,275 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $71

Ride an e-bike through Monti, across Capitoline Hill and into the Vatican and historic center, stopping at sights including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Colosseum. The four-hour tour includes a guide, helmet, dinner and alcoholic drinks. Past guides include Bruno, Elias, Duarte, Philippe and Adriana. You need to know how to ride a bike.

“My 2nd time taking this tour and it never disappoints. There is no better way to see Rome than by Bike. Elias made the tour especially amazing for my new Fiancee”

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Colosseum Sunset Tour with Entry - Is $49 good value for this visit?
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Colosseum Sunset Tour with Entry

6.Colosseum Sunset Tour with Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,230 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $49

Enter the Colosseum with an English-speaking guide for a focused 45-minute tour, followed by a 15-minute photo stop. Hear how the amphitheater hosted gladiator fights, animal hunts and staged battles. Late-day light can flatter the ancient stone, though the start time does not always coincide with sunset.

“While, originally,I wasn't pleased that it was rescheduled for the next day, the fact that we got the best guide, Marco, made the shortcomings of scheduling worth it. He was such an amazing storyteller even my teen enjoyed it.”

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Rome: E-Bike Night Tour with Food and Wine Tasting - From Santa Maria Maggiore to Capitoline Hill
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Rome: E-Bike Night Tour with Food and Wine Tasting

7.E-Bike Night Tour with Food and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,131 reviews · from $89

Ride through Rome for four hours with a guide and no more than seven other participants. The route takes in the Vatican, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum, with a stop for wine, cheese, and cured meats. Guides include Adriana, Bruno, Felipe, and Elis, though your guide depends on the departure.

“A Magical Night Bike Tour of Rome with Adriana and Elis! I had an unforgettable experience on the night bike tour of Rome with Adriana and Elis. Adriana guided the English-speaking group, which I was part of, while Elis led the Spanish-speaking group. Adriana is incredibly knowledgeable, sweet, and responsible — she shared fascinating insights about the beautiful sights we visited, and it was a pleasure to learn from her. Elis added a special touch with great music that created a fun and relaxed atmosphere throughout the ride. He was also so attentive when we crossed roads and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. On top of that, he’s…”

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Rome by Night Walking Tour - Legends & Criminal Stories - Inquisition stories, crime, and street-corner beliefs
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Rome by Night Walking Tour – Legends & Criminal Stories

8.Rome by Night Walking Tour – Legends & Criminal Stories

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,003 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $14Best value

Walk from Piazza di Sant’Andrea della Valle toward Campo de’ Fiori, across the Tiber, and on to Castel Sant’Angelo. An English-speaking guide shares tales of the Inquisition, a haunted bridge, and Rome’s notorious criminals. The 90-minute tour costs $14.48, with groups capped at 20.

“Alberto was right on time and lead a very interesting tour. It covered some of the less-visible side Roman history … the burning heretic, the mass poisoner, the horrific prison, and more. Cool stuff!”

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Rome: Guided City Center Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour - Spanish Steps and the Barcaccia Fountain
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Rome: Guided City Center Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour

9.Guided City Center Evening Sightseeing Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 953 reviews · 3 hours · from $46

Walk from Piazza del Popolo to Campo de’ Fiori with an English-speaking guide, stopping at the Pincio Terrace, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Guides such as Andrada, Carolina, and Marzia have led this route, sharing Roman history, art, architecture, and practical local tips. Expect three hours on foot, mostly outdoors, with no hotel pickup.

“This was such a great tour, we did this on our first evening in Rome and I would definitely recommend doing the same. Rome can be overwhelming, with so much to do and see, this tour helped us get our bearings before we really began our exploring. We really saw a good portion of the city in a short amount of time, we took mental notes on where we wanted to come back to eat, drink or just walk around some more. Our tour guide was great and really knew a lot of fun not well known interesting facts about the city and the history. This is a lot of…”

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Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour with Optional Arena Floor Access - Entering the Colosseum after hours
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Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour with Optional Arena Floor Access

10.Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour with Optional Arena Floor Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 867 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $84

Start at Trajan’s Column, then walk past an outside view of the Roman Forum before entering the Colosseum for about 80 minutes. Your guide brings the arena’s contests and late medieval graffiti into focus. Choose the arena-floor option if you want to walk on the reconstructed floor. The tour lasts about two hours and ends at the Colosseum.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable on the history of Rome city and the amphitheater aka “Colosseum”. It was a very enjoyable tour. Love the sunsetting views of the colosseum. Wished there was more time to roam and enjoy the shop for souvenirs. (Website is not letting me upload a picture)”

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Rome: Under the Moonlight Evening Walking Tour - The Pantheon is a quick but important stop
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Rome: Under the Moonlight Evening Walking Tour

11.Under the Moonlight Evening Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 852 reviews · from $28

Walk through central Rome after dark with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, passing Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Sant’Ignazio, the Trevi Fountain and ancient Roman landmarks. The 2 to 2.5-hour route ends near Piazza Venezia or the Colosseum, depending on your option. Guides have included Vlad, Sila and Csenge, but the guide is not guaranteed.

“Sharon by far the best tour guide, well informed, always open to questions and very friendly. She made the tour 10 times better. highly recommended.”

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Night Tour of Rome with Local Pizza Dinner and Gelato Experience - The driver makes a real difference
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Night Tour of Rome with Local Pizza Dinner and Gelato Experience

12.Night Tour of Rome with Local Pizza Dinner and Gelato Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 780 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $237

Ride through Rome after dark with an English-speaking driver-escort, stopping at major sights including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and St. Peter’s. Pizza or pasta, drinks, and gelato are included, along with hotel pickup and drop-off in the service area. Expect a mix of short walks and time in the van, not entry to the monuments.

“Luigi from Madagascar was fantastic. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the sites. He has a great personality and didn’t rush us at photo ops. Stops at pizzeria and gelato added to a great experience. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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Rome Bar Crawl: Interactive Night Tour with Games and Karaoke - Via dei Fori Imperiali, with emperors on either side
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Rome Bar Crawl: Interactive Night Tour with Games and Karaoke

13.Rome Bar Crawl: Interactive Night Tour with Games and Karaoke

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 769 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Start at Piazza della Madonna dei Monti at 8 pm for a guided evening through Monti, with stories of its ancient past, included Italian drinks, games, and karaoke. Guides such as Autumn, Michal, and Michelle lead the social group toward Via dei Fori Imperiali and Piazza Venezia. Expect a lively night, not a quiet history walk.

“Michal, was an excellent tour guide. She kept the mood light and very fun. If you're looking for a fun night out in Rome, we definitely recommend this tour and her as a guide.”

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Rome After Dark: Explore the Eternal City Under the Moonlight - The driver’s stories, and the guide question
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Rome After Dark: Explore the Eternal City Under the Moonlight

14.Rome After Dark: Explore the Eternal City Under the Moonlight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 709 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Explore Rome after dark in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for up to eight people. Your English-speaking driver picks you up at your Rome City accommodation, shares stories and local tips, and stops for photos at places such as Circus Maximus, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and St. Peter’s Square. The route and pace can be tailored to your group.

“Andrea was a fantastic guide! He is very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. Be sure to ask for him when booking! We saw so many of the historic sites over a few hours. We recommend this tour if you have just a few hours but want to see all the important areas.”

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Rome: Colosseum Arena Twilight Tour & Imperial Forum Visit - A guide turns stone into a Roman story
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Rome: Colosseum Arena Twilight Tour & Imperial Forum Visit

15.Colosseum Arena Twilight Tour & Imperial Forum Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 689 reviews · from $78

Join Crown Tours for a two-hour English-language walk that gives you arena-floor access and an hour inside the Colosseum, often in quieter late-day conditions. Your guide then leads you along Via dei Fori Imperiali to Trajan’s Column. Guides have included Henry, Sandra, Jan and Mary, though assignments vary.

“Amazing. The tour guide was so nixe and knowledgeable!!”

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