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Colosseum and Ancient Rome Private Tour
This is our bestselling private tour for all those who want to visit the three most important highlights of Ancient Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with pre-booked access and a top private guide.
Itinerary Highlights
The Colosseum: A Spectacle of Antiquity
Experience the world’s most iconic amphitheater firsthand. Your visit will delve into the gladiatorial contests, the lives of the emperors who commissioned them and the innovative construction techniques that created this enduring structure of ancient power.
Roman Forum: Center Stage of Civilization
Wander through the vestiges of the Roman Empire’s capital, which once served as its vital political, commercial and religious nexus. Gain insight into the daily existence, governance and spiritual life of the ancient Roman populace.
Palatine Hill: Birthplace of Legends
Ascend the hill where Rome is fabled to have been founded. Explore the sumptuous residences and imperial palaces to understand the extravagant lifestyle and ruling authority wielded by the city’s early leaders and emperors.
Why book this tour
- Maximize your tour time: You will proceed directly into major sites like the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill, maximizing your exploration time.
- Guided Expertise: Benefit from the knowledge of our professional and engaging guides. They will share compelling narratives and deep historical context, transforming your visit into a truly insightful educational experience.
- Tailored Journey: This isn’t a rigid, one-size-fits-all tour. Our itinerary is adaptable to your interests, giving you the freedom to focus on the elements of ancient Rome you find most captivating
- Intimate Group Size: Enjoy the ancient ruins without large crowds. Our smaller groups ensure greater comfort, easier navigation and a more tranquil viewing atmosphere.
- Immersive Understanding: Go beyond simply seeing the sites. This personal, rich journey guarantees you’ll leave with a profound and unforgettable appreciation for the grandeur of Ancient Rome.
Description
Every visitor to Rome dreams of stepping foot inside the legendary Colosseum. With thousand of Colosseum tours out there, how do you choose which one is right for you?
If you prefer to have a private tour and would like to follow the classic itinerary of Ancient Rome then book our Private Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Let our expert private guide bring back to life the most striking building of Ancient Rome and the symbol of Rome even today.
You will enter the Colosseum with our pre-booked access. Our enthusiastic private guide will tell you all about the history of the Colosseum and about the life of the gladiators who used to fight in the arena. How did the Romans manage to build this immense amphitheater over 2000 years ago? During your private tour of Colosseum you will find out how!
Your tour will continue to the Roman Forum, the central square of ancient Rome, where you will learn all about the life of the everyday Roman, their religious and social customs and even what they used to eat. The ruins of the Roman Forum will be brought back to life by your engaging guide. Finally, your private tour of Colosseum will take you to the Palatine Hill, where you will admire the ruins of the emperors’ palaces and a breathtaking view over the Eternal city. The stunning panoramic of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus is exactly why the Palatine Hill became the location of choice for the wealthy noble families of Ancient Rome.
Things to know before the tour
- When accessing the monument the Colosseum visitors will be asked to pass security checks, even when entering with pre-booked access.
- This tour runs in different weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Tickets are nominative: we kindly ask you to provide names and surnames at the time of booking
- Please bring your iD document or a copy for accessing the Colosseum, it is requested for children too.
- Wear comfortable shoes – uneven terrain and steps throughout
- Back bags are allowed inside the Colosseum if very small in size; shoulder bags or handbags are permitted if regular size.
- Please make sure you do not have pointed big umbrellas and knives of any sizes with you. Liquids are allowed but only if in plastic bottles. Remember that you can refill your containers in the fountains inside the Colosseum.
- Bring water and sun protection, especially in summer
- Photography welcome – but no tripods or drones
Some of the areas included (Palatine Hill) are not wheelchair accessible: please contact us if you need to customize your tour
Important information
Please note: tickets are nominative so you will be required to provide your names at the time of booking.
We need the full names of all the participants because the Colosseum entrance tickets are nominative. All the participants will have their own ticket with the full name on, they are not transferrable and cannot be changed nor refunded. You will need your IDs (minors and infants included) because they will be checked by the Colosseum guards at the entrance. If you don’t bring your IDs or if the names don’t match, you will be denied access. You don’t need the physical ID, even a copy or a picture is fine as long as it’s well visible.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy for Private Tours
Cancellations 4 days or earlier prior to the scheduled tour are subject to a penalty.
Please note Tickets and reservation are strictly not refundable. If you cancel 4 days or earlier prior to the tour we will refund you partially for the price of guide only.
No refund will be provided if you cancel your tour within 4 days prior to the scheduled tour.
Meeting point
Included
- 3 hours with an official private guide
- Pre-booked access (euros 18)
- Headsets if more than 7 people
Excluded
Tips
About the Tour
Offered in English, Spanish, French or German
Duration
3 hours
Level
Easy
Access
Audio
Private Tour
Dates and departures
Everyday except on the first Sunday of the month, Christmas day and New years' Eve
Values
- Priority Access and Expert Guidance!
- Local Staff Support
- Encounter Ancient Treasures
- Unravel Hidden Meanings in the Artwork
— What you won’t miss
You Will See
Colosseum
Roman Forum
Palatine Hill
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