Colosseum and Ancient Rome Private Tour

5.0 (23 reviews) 2 h 45 min Private tour

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Benefit from the undivided attention of your expert guide in the world's most famous amphitheater — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Enjoy amazing views of the Roman Forum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Choose a Colosseum private tour for a relaxing experience of Rome's most iconic sight: the Colosseum. Join your guide — an archaeology expert — for a full tour of Rome's Ancient City. Benefit from your guide's undivided attention, who'll answer your ever curiosity about the Roman Empire — and the bloody battles of the Colosseum. You'll be able to discover these amazing archaeological sights at your own pace.

First, you'll enjoy a walking tour of the exquisite ruins of the Roman Forum. Your private guide will be on hand to answer every question you had about the power and the political intrigues of the Roman Empire. Then, you'll climb the Palatine Hill; the place Romulus founded Rome in myth. Enjoy a beautiful vista of modern Rome and its ancient ruins.

Continue to the Colosseum, where you'll learn everything about the bloody gladiator's games. Here all the tales of the men and beasts who died here, and experience the power of the impressive ruins of this mighty amphitheater.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–11
Guide: Arabic, German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: RomaExperience Tours

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Headsets for groups of 6 or more
Included: Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Included: Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Included: Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese
Included: Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Included: Expert Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pick-up and return
Not included: Food and drink

Itinerary

Roman Forum

one hour

Discover the fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum. See where Julius Caesar was assassinated and all the amazing architecture — including Temples and Victory Arches — of the Roman Forum.
Palatine Hill

20 min Admission included

Enjoy an amazing view of Ancient and modern Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill; once the home of Rome's Emperors. See where the Emperors lived and discover the true stories of their luxurious lifestyles.
Colosseum

one hour Admission included

Visit the world’s most iconic amphitheater: the Colosseum. See the famous stadium where 80,000 Romans would have gathered to watch the blood sports on the Arena floor. Over 400,000 people died over the Colosseum’s 400 years in use, and 1,000,000 animals.
Arch of Constantine

Passing by

As you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
Stop 5

Passing by

See one of the best-preserved Roman Victory Arches in the world.
Via Sacra

Passing by

Once Ancient Rome's main street, the Via Sacra runs from the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.
Tempio di Vesta

Passing by

In the Temple of Vesta, the Vestal Virgins watched the sacred fire of Rome and protected it with their life.
Basilica Aemilia

Passing by

One of the greatest secular Basilicas of Ancient Rome.
Arco di Tito

Passing by

See the victory arch which inspired the design of the Arc de Triomphe.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

In Front of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi

End point

Using your ticket

Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before the start time indicated on your voucher. Start time indicates the time your tour begins; please be there 5 minutes before to check-in with your guide.
Please carry a valid form of ID with you.
Visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 10-15 minutes to clear security.
Backpacks and large bags are not allowed to enter inside the Colosseum, please note that there is no cloakroom at the site.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Colosseum and Roman Forum are ancient sites and not wheelchair friendly. We encourage those with mobility problems to book a private tour, in order to allow the guide to adapt the pace to their specific needs. This tour lasts 3 hours and a fair amount of walking is involved, including some stairs and uphill paths.
Water fountains available on site
Strollers are allowed but not recommended, as stairs are steep and the ground is uneven; children must be carried by an adult or be able to walk for most of the tour
Wear comfortable shoes; bring hat and sunscreen
There is no scheduled break, but it will be possible to stop for restrooms along the path, as needed
Food is allowed in the archeological area
For security reasons, all visitors and their luggage shall be screened; all objects (including mobile phones) must be put in the bag/backpack or in the tray for X-ray screening
Large backpacks, camping bags, bulky bags, and luggage/trolleys are not allowed; medium and small backpacks can be shouldered and must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by security
Please notice that the Colosseum Administration has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit or offer a partial refund.
Please note that sprays of all sorts are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
Children must be accompanied by an adult