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Private Colosseum, Ancient Rome Tour and Gladiator Arena Optional

About this experience

Take part in this private 3-hour Colosseum and ancient Rome Tour. Enjoy the Colosseum, with its rich history of gladiators, slaves and ferocious animals, and also cruelty, discipline and clemency. Our visit begins on the site that over the centuries has become the symbol of the city, the Colosseum. Built by the Emperors of the Flavian dynasty.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Private experience

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Colosseum Privare Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Colosseum Private Tour: Enjoy a Private Tour of the Colosseum. Discover the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a Private Guide
Arena Private Colosseum Tour
Enjoy the Colosseum experience with access to the Gladiator's Arena Floor. Explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Arena Private Colosseum Tour: Enter the Colosseum through the legendary Gladiator's Gate and stand on the Arena Floor.
Arena Private Colosseum Tour: Enjoy a unique perspective of the monument while learning the incredible stories of the gladiators who fought on the Arena.
Duration: 3 hours: Private Full Guided Tour of the Colosseum with Gladiators Arena
Full Guided Tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Arena Private Colosseum Tour: Enjoy a Full experience of The Colosseum with the Gladiator's Arena Tour. Explore Palatine and Roman Forum with your guide.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Italian (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

What is included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Colosseum Upper and Lower Levels Guided Tour
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary and highlights

- Enjoy a Colosseum Lower Level Tour
- Discover the secrets of the construction of the Colosseum
- Know about the gladiatorial games

- Discover Colosseum Upper Level
- Enjoy the View of the Piazza del Colosseum
- Take a picture from Colosseum Terrace

- Discover the Ancient Roman Temples
- Explore the Center of the Ancient Roman
- Visit the Temple of Julius Cesar

- Discover the Palatine Hill
- See where the Roman Emperors once lived

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of COLOSSEO METRO Station, Lower Level Exit, nearby the Newsstand and across the road from the Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo 22, Roma 00184. Please don't go to the Metro Upper Level. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign that says '' Tours of Rome ''

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Tours of Rome

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign saying TOURS OF ROME in the Meeting point.
  • 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.
  • Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
  • Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
  • Tour may start with Roman Forum then move to Colosseum or vice versa ...
  • We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone
  • For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
  • Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
  • Pets and service dogs are not allowed
  • Entry Tickets will be provided by our guide the day of the tour
  • All Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point Early
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Italian (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–6; Youth tickets: age 7–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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