Private Tour of the Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill
Overview
Make the most of your time at the Colosseum in Rome with exclusive access to the arena, an opportunity most visitors miss. Go beyond tour guides to hear the behind-the-scenes story of fighters, spectators and more. Then, climb the ancient stone steps for panoramic views of the amphitheater from above—just as it was in ancient times.
• Stand on the Colosseum arena for a rare, up-close perspective reserved for only a select few visitors.
• A guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill is also included for added value.
• The Live DA Guide offers insights you would miss exploring on your own.
• Audio headphones ensure that you don't miss a word of the Guide explanations.
What's Included
- Access to the exclusive area of the Gladiator Arena
- Palatine Hill Tour and the Roman Forum
- Entrance fees
- Official Live Guide
- Earphones to Hear the Guide
- Free of charge
- Food and Drink
- Transport DA/from Attractions
Meeting Location
Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Colosseum (pass by)
Palatine Hill
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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- Access to the exclusive area of the Gladiator Arena.
- Palatine Hill Tour and the Roman Forum.
- Entrance fees.
- Official Live Guide.
- Earphones to Hear the Guide.
- Free of charge.
- Food and Drink.
- Transport DA/from Attractions.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of the Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of the Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Access to the exclusive area of the Gladiator Arena
- Palatine Hill Tour and the Roman Forum
- Entrance fees
- Official Live Guide
- Earphones to Hear the Guide
- Free of charge
- Food and Drink
- Transport DA/from Attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
