Escape the airport: see Rome on your layover

What you'll do

You’re in Rome - home of Leonardo da Vinci, showground of Michaelangelo, and the center of the ancient world! The only problem is… you’re stuck in its airport.

Well, not for much longer, because we’re here to bust you out. Whether you only have a few hours to spare, or are lingering a little while longer, join one of our local Rome hosts and turn your layover into a mini-holiday, as you sightsee and explore this beautiful city together.

They’ll give you an authentic taste of what this historic capital is all about! Perhaps you’d like to take in a few famous sights, like the Colosseum, or the Vatican City? It’s all up to you!

Alternatively, you could swing past a local market and indulge in some sweet, sun-ripened fruit, sip on Italian red wine in an open-air plaza or enjoy copas (cocktails) as the sunsets. You’ll be left with an impression of Rome that will only have you wanting to come back for more. Now, why is it that you needed to catch that flight home, again?

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 5 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Don't waste your layover in Rome waiting at the airport - get out and explore the city
  • With a host’s tips and tricks, you’ll make the most of the time you have in Rome
  • Squeeze in some sightseeing and visit the city's highlights (of which there are many)
  • Trade in airport food for an authentic local meal - did someone say pizza romana?
  • Let your host personalise an experience of the city that fits your schedule and the places you'd most like to see
  • Get back to the airport on time and stress-free - your host will get you signed, sealed and delivered back to your terminal’s doorstep

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalised itinerary
  • 5 hours with a host
  • Meet at Leonardo da Vinci Airport
  • Transfer to Rome with Leonardo Express Shuttle Train and back to the airport (30 minutes one way)
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Drop-off at Leonardo Express Shuttle Train platform in Roma Termini Station

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs other than airport transfers
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    My host, Tugce was amazing! She was super friendly and responsive and showed me around the whole city prioritizing the things that were at the top of my list. It was the best layover I’ve ever had!

    July 2022

    Salma N

    "Tugce was amazing! She was super friendly and responsive and showed me around the whole city prioritizing the things that were at the top of my list. It was the best layover I’ve ever had! - Salma Nawar

    July 2022

    Salma N

    I opted for the ‘Escape the airport’ excursion as I only had an afternoon to spare in Rome before my flight - Ugo was my excellent host, I literally would have been lost without him. He took me everywhere I wanted to see using routes that seemed a little off the usual paths but somehow all connected beautifully and gave me unique views of the major landmarks. He happily showed me the best local spot for gelato, simple authentic pizza and even lead me to several street musicians which I specifically asked about. We walked 22,000 steps according to my health app in just a few hours but I didn’t feel rushed at all, it was like walking around with a friend who saw me back to the station and waved me off as my train left. I’d highly recommend Ugo and the unscripted experience I chose.

    September 2018

    Caitlin d

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Meet our local hosts in Rome. One of them will tailor this experience to your wishes!

We’ll expertly match you to your best suited host based on your interests, personality and the experience vibe you’re after.

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