VIP Colosseum Tour with Ancient Rome Forums and Emperors' Palace

Rome, Italy

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

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Overview

Ancient Rome’s sprawling ruins can be difficult to navigate without context or prior knowledge. This private tour makes it easier to understand the highlights as an art-historian guide leads you through the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Hear the story behind the gladiatorial games and explore well-preserved remains, including temples, the Senate, and Palatine Hill, while learning how the ancient city once functioned.

Learn more than you otherwise would
Combine historical facts with real locations for an immersive experience
Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on a private tour
Explore at a pace that suits you—there's no need to rush

What's Included

All activities
Blue Badge guide
Professional art historian guide
Local guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 21, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
At the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit (there is only one exit, just in front of the monument) street address is Via dei Fori Imperiali, 21

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Each traveler must present a valid ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
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.

Reviews

5.0

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Philip_M, Nov 2023

Excellent tour. Philip was a great guide Had archeological experience with the history of the site and its surroundings He knew all the shortcuts and places where vantages were less crowded Tip Bring your identification. Had some trouble getting into coliseum without it Philip was able to talk us through

Fantastic Tour Option

Eric_G, Apr 2023

Paola was our guide for this tour and she certainly made it memorable! She answered all of our questions (and there were a lot) and she showed us the sights with engaging conversation. We had a hiccup with timing and she was able to make everything work for us.