Rome: Private Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Tour

Rome, Italy

Great choice

10+ bookings last month.

2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Skip the guesswork and explore Rome with helpful insight on this small-group tour of the Colosseum, with exclusive access to the Arena Floor or underground. Enter through the Gladiator's Gate and stand where fighters once waited to face the crowd. After your guided visit, continue at your own pace through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and enjoy sweeping views of the Eternal City from above.

Choose whether to step onto the Arena Floor—usually off-limits
Learn what everyday Roman life was like at the Roman Forum
Palatine Hill features great views of the city—perfect for photos
Enjoy the intimate feel of a small-group tour

What's Included

Private licensed Colosseum guide
Arena Floor access — only when the Arena option is selected and confirmed
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Access to Belvedere or upper tiers
Hotel pickup or drop-off (unless pre-arranged for private groups)
Arena & Undergroundaccess unless Arena option is selected

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza del Colosseo
P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Please Meet us at the exit of colosseum metro lower level near SOS Sign and Green Kiosk Important: This is a rigid meeting point, depending on the option you chose. We will contact you in advance to confirm all necessary details through our communication team.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

• Full name of each participant (first and last name exactly as shown on passport or ID)
• Valid phone number or WhatsApp contact for operational updates if needed
• Entry to the Colosseum may be denied if names do not match the ticket reservation.
All Colosseum tickets are nominative by official regulation. All participants must provide their full first and last name exactly as shown on their ID or passport at the time of booking. A valid ID or passport is required at the entrance on the day of the tour.
Arena Floor and Underground are special-access areas with strictly limited official availability. They are included only when clearly stated in the selected option and confirmed in writing by our team.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Colosseum tickets are timed — late arrival may result in missed entry with no refund.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4

based on 11 reviews

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Not as expected

KayGedeit, Jun 2026

The tour guide was great but we booked the full experience but that’s not what we experienced. We arrived at 1:45 at the meeting spot but had to contact the company to find where they were. They were at a different meeting spot and we were told the tour didn’t actually start until 2:30. The tour included a detailed tour of the Roman Forum. The Colosseum tour wasn’t as described, they brought us into the Colosseum and then we walked around on our own.

Bad Tour

Sylvie_L, Jun 2026

A scam!! Met at designated spot then marched over to get tickets 30-40 min away then returned to original designated spot which wasted another 30-40 min. Time wasted killed any chance of our completing the tour in time allocated. Poorly coordinated and way over-priced. We pay $300 for one hour in the Coliseum. I want some money back.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Sylvie, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. Your reservation included a private guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and the tour operated as scheduled. All services booked were provided, including access arrangements and a licensed guide. Due to current Colosseum operational and security procedures, certain steps may be required before entering the archaeological area. These procedures are outside our control and must be followed by all operators. While we understand your frustration regarding the time spent before entry, we respectfully disagree with the characterization of the experience as a "scam," as the tour was delivered and the booked services were provided. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working to improve the guest experience and communication for future travelers. Kind regards,

Ok, expected more

Anna_O, Jun 2026

The tour guide was great, we skipped lines but I was disappointed the tour didnt include the underground section which I thought was part of the original your description so it was not a "full experience". The arena floor area doesnt add much to the tour as its just a small area that shows what you already see from the upper level.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Anna, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your licensed guide and your visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. We are sorry to learn that the experience did not fully match your expectations. Underground access is only included in specific tour options when officially available, while your reservation included the Colosseum Arena Floor experience. We appreciate your comments regarding the Arena section, as every traveler has different expectations and interests. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back to Rome for another Ancient Rome experience in the future. Kind regards,

Great tour company

Anthony_J, Jun 2026

We were welll looked after by Pointours. They went above and beyond to make our tour the best. It was an extraordinary and humbling experience

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Pointours. We are delighted that you enjoyed your private Colosseum experience and that our team helped make your visit to Ancient Rome memorable. It was a pleasure accompanying you through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. We will share your feedback with our guide, who will be very happy to know their efforts contributed to such a special experience. We hope to welcome you back to Rome again in the future

Fantastic guide who is...

April_H, Jun 2026

Fantastic guide who is very knowledgeable about all things in this tour. He was very nice and we really enjoyed our tour!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear April, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private tour and that your guide's knowledge and passion helped bring Ancient Rome to life. It was our pleasure to accompany you through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and we are very happy that you had such an enjoyable experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Rome again in the future. Kind regards,

Rome / Roma Adventure

Chris_B, May 2026

Great tour from start to finish. We were near the site and the guide went out of his way to come find us! - the private tour with access to the Colosseum underground is a once in a lifetime experience. - highly recommend

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Chris, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Pointours for your visit to Ancient Rome. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your private Colosseum experience and that your guide was able to assist you from the very beginning of the tour. The Colosseum Underground is one of the most exclusive areas of the monument, and we are pleased that it was a memorable highlight of your visit. Thank you for your recommendation. It was a pleasure accompanying you through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and we hope to welcome you back to Rome in the future. Kind regards,