Explore at your own pace and get an in-depth understanding with an expert guide during this private tour of Ancient Rome. Beat the crowds and the hassle of a large group by choosing a personal guide to show you the wonders of the Colosseum.
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Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a knowledgeable and passionate guide just for you
- Beat the crowds with skip-the-line tickets
- Explore the nooks and crannies of the Colosseum
- See more of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Tour Description
Experience the best of the Colosseum during this private tour of Ancient Rome. With a personal guide to recount the history and show you interesting details, this is the ultimate way to immerse yourself into Rome’s ancient wonders.
Your journey will begin with an introduction to Ancient Rome as you get an up-close look at the detailed facade of the Colosseum. Check out the roman numerals over the arches and learn how thousands of spectators could enter within minutes. Your guide will describe the many types of spectacles and gladiator bouts that took place center stage on the arena floor as you imagine yourself a part of the crowd.
Even more history awaits as you make your way to the oldest part of the Ancient Roman Empire, the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Walk among the remains of imperial palaces and discover the incredible architecture used on the Palatine Hill. Get birdseye view of the Roman Forum before descending the hill to explore its ancient temples, basilicas and triumphal arches. Your guide will recount the legends and describe the powerful historical figures that once walked these ancient roads.
Explore the Colosseum your way and get a truly unique experience of Ancient Rome with an expert guide during this private tour!
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Know Before You Go
- The latest check-in is no later than 15 minutes before the tour start time.
- The tour runs rain or shine! Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals.
- Skip-the-line and priority entrance refers to the ticket line only and not the security check line which everyone has to go through upon entering the Colosseum. There may be additional security checks and some delays due to new security measures in operation.
- Please be advised that the exact reservation times may vary slightly due to decisions made by the Colosseum administration office on or before the scheduled tour date. These last-minute changes are outside of our control but if the time will vary by more than 20 minutes either before or after your original tour time then we will contact you by email to inform you of this change.
- Entrance to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum will be with the tour guide only, guests cannot leave the group and enter these areas alone as they will not have an individual ticket. Depending on the reservation time, the tour route may start in the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill and continue to the Colosseum.
- Only small bags will be allowed inside. Large bags/backpacks and suitcases are not permitted. Prohibited items include scissors, pocket knives and aerosols sprays.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult, children under 2 years of age are free but must be included in the reservation. Please bring a valid photographic ID as you will be asked to show this at the Colosseum’s entrance.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Bring a bottle of water (especially in hot weather). Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
