About this experience
This fantastic tour is the perfect way to discover ancient Rome, avoiding the queues at some of Rome’s most visited ancient sites with pre-booked tickets. You’ll view the Colosseum , a wonder of ancient Rome, including the Arena and explore the Forum and the Emperors' House. Your expert guide will lead you back in time, to ancient Rome, and you’ll hear intriguing stories and anecdotes about the fascinating characters from the history of the Colosseum.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes
What is included
- Professional guide
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 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.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Itinerary and highlights
The tour will begin at the Colosseum, a perfect example of the skill and ingenuity of the Roman engineers. This colossal stadium had 80 entrances and could hold more than 50,000 spectators – truly a wonder of its time. You'll feel like a Gladiator of Ancient Roman times, walking on the Arena stage where gladiators and animals used to fight.
As you stroll along the original cobbles of ancient Roman roads, you’ll feel as though you are 2,000 years back in time, as you view the ruins of temples, ancient courthouses, the Imperial Palace, the altar of Julius Caesar, and the Arches of Constantine and Titus, and more.
This tour incorporates some of the most important sites of Ancient Rome, in the company of an expert guide, following in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators. As you visit these historical sites, you’ll discover more about the heart of the Roman Empire, having a great time along the way
Meeting and pickup information
- 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 Piazza del Colosseo, 23. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Vatican Private Tour Guide
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Wear comfortable shoes
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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