Colosseum Private Tour

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Price from
€169
Duration
1 h to 2 h 30 min
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

When in Rome, this Colosseum & Ancient Rome tour is a must, as it's

arguably the most famous monument in the world.

With this private tour, you take the opportunity to plunge yourself into the very essence of ancient Rome, with your personal guide telling you about the history of such places, sharing with you the history, tales, and facts behind them.

To make the experience even more special and personalized, we have created several options to satisfy the wishes of all travelers! There is a quick tour for those short on time, a complete tour that also includes the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and tours that include access to special areas of the Colosseum...Choose the one that's right for you and discover the magic of this place with us!

What's included

Admission to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Headsets if needed (more than 4 people)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Licensed tour guide
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Not included

Pick-Up and Drop-off
Tips
Gratuities

What you will do

Colosseum
Meet your guide and start your private tour: admire the imposing facade of the Colosseum and discover how the building originally looked like, then enter the venue and learn which games took place inside it, how the spectators were divided on the different tiers on the base of their social class. Your guide will tell you lots of curiosities and anecdotes and show you the best spots to take amazing pictures!
1 h
Palatine Hill
After the Colosseum tour, it's time to see the place where it all began- The Palatine Hill, in fact, is the place where Rome was founded, and, centuries later, the emperors choose this hill as the perfect place to build their residences. This is the perfect place where nature and history merge: among the trees, there are some very precious ruins rich in history. The remains of villas and fountains can be admired in their splendor in the peace of the park. We are sure you will love this place! If your picked the Express Colosseum Private tour, you can explore the area by yourself, if you picked thecolosseum, roman Forum and Palatine Hill private tour, the guide will will take here straight after the Colosseum visti
45 min
Roman Forum
If you picked the Colosseum Express tour, you can use your tickets to explore the Roman Forum by yourself. If the Roman Forum is included in your tour, follow your guide and discover everything about the heart of public life in ancient Rome: here you see the ruins of temples, markets, and lots of other public buildings and you will find out the history of this majestic area
45 min

Meeting point

Our staff will be waiting for you with a Roman Way sign in front of Caffè Roma.

End point: Your tour end at the Colosseum if you picked the Express Private Tour, or inside the Roman forum if you picked the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill guided tour

Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
To enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check, so there may be a line to pass through the security check. Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Glass objects, Pets, Alcohol and drugs, Weapons or sharp objects, Explosive substances…
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.
The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum first and then the Colosseum
Sometimes on the occasion of public events, or for extraordinary reasons, the archaeological area of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill can undergo partial or total closures. In these cases, you will be contacted as soon as possible
Starting from October 18, 2023, nominative tickets have been introduced for the Colosseum. All guests must have an ID with them as they may be required to show it at the entrance. As tickets are purchased in advance, this tour is non-refundable. All participants' names must be provided at the time of booking. Those who provide incorrect names or names that do not match those on their ID will not be granted access to the monument, and no refund will be issued.
The starting time can vary by about 20 minutes, please arrive 20 minutes earlier
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.