Exclusive Tour of the Colosseum with Arena Floor & Roman Forum

Rome, Italy

3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visiting Rome's top attractions can feel rushed on shared sightseeing excursions. Instead, discover the Colosseum and Roman Forum on a private tour led by an archaeologist who brings ancient Rome into sharper focus—at a pace that suits you. Hear detailed accounts of gladiator battles inside the Colosseum, then walk through the Forum’s ruins—including the Senate House, Temple of Julius Caesar, and triumphal arches—while learning how these spaces shaped political and daily life.

Hear tales and see details you'd otherwise overlook
A guide makes navigating vast sites feel seamless
Check off two historic sites without juggling multiple bookings
View the Colosseum from a unique angle on the Arena Floor—usually off-limits

What's Included

Private Archaeologist Guide
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Private transportation
tips

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Via dei Fori Imperiali, Roma RM, Italy
Just outside the Colosseo metro station, ground level. At the newsagent in front the COLOSSEO subway station exit - ground level (there is only one, just opposite the monument). Street address is: Via dei Fori Imperiali . Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour 50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Please be on time, if you are late you may be denied the access at the Colosseum
Please bring IDs , without ID it is not possible to enter at the Colosseum
Underground level is not included
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.