Benefit from the undivided attention of your expert guide in the world's most famous amphitheater

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Colosseum and Ancient Rome Private Tour gallery 9

Discover the evocative ruins of Ancient Rome

Hear the secrets of Rome's archaeological area

Enjoy astonishing views of Rome's ancient city

Allow your guide to explain the secrets of the Palatine Hill

A view of the Colosseum from the Palatine Hill

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Colosseum and Ancient Rome Private Tour

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Product code 8305P14

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From EUR 339.5

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5.0 rating from 23 reviews2 hours 45 minutesMobile ticketsPickup details available

Dates

Oct 11, 2026 to Oct 8, 2027

Start times

9:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM

Travelers

Adult ages 1-99

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Colosseum Private Tour

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Duration

2 hours 45 minutes

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

English, Arabic, German, Russian, Italian, French, Nl, Spanish

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Meeting point

Meeting point provided

Time zone

Europe/Rome

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Colosseum and Ancient Rome Private Tour

5.0(23 reviews)

Product code 8305P14

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Duration

2 hours 45 minutes

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

English, Arabic, German, Russian, Italian, French, Nl, Spanish

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Meeting point

Meeting point provided

Time zone

Europe/Rome

Why Travelers Love This

5.0 rating from 23 reviews2 hours 45 minutesMobile ticketsPickup details available

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.

Overview

What's Included

Included

Other

Headsets for groups of 6 or more

Other

Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)

Other

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

Other

Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese

Other

Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Other

Expert Guide

Not included

Other

Gratuities

Other

Hotel pick-up and return

Other

Food and drink

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

In Front of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi

Pickup details

• 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.

Itinerary

Standard2 hours 45 minutes

Stop 1

1 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.

Stop 2

20 minutesAdmission 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.

Stop 3

1 hourAdmission 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.

Pass by stop 4

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.

Pass by stop 5

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

Pass by stop 6

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

Pass by stop 7

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

Pass by stop 8

One of the greatest secular Basilicas of Ancient Rome.

Pass by stop 9

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

Additional Info

Public Transportation Nearby

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infant Seats Available

Specialized infant seats are available

No Heart Problems

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Physical Medium

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Other

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.

Other

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.

Other

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.

Other

Water fountains available on site

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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

Other

Wear comfortable shoes; bring hat and sunscreen

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There is no scheduled break, but it will be possible to stop for restrooms along the path, as needed

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Food is allowed in the archeological area

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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

Other

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

Other

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.

Other

Please note that sprays of all sorts are not allowed inside the Colosseum.

Other

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

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

Policy type

All Sales Final

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

Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

Refund eligibility

0% refundable 0+ days before

Review Summary

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