Colosseum Semi-Private Tour + Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Access
Overview
Our semi-private Colosseum tour offers an exclusive experience with small groups, ensuring a personalized and intimate atmosphere. Enter to the colosseum and dive into the fascinating history of Ancient Rome with our expert guide. You'll also enjoy access to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum to explore at your own pace, making this tour the perfect blend of guided insights and personal discovery.
What's Included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Access/entrance to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the Colosseum Ground & first floor
- Guided tour only for Colosseum Max 75 min(Choose your prefered language)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation to/from attractions
- Food & Drink
Meeting Location
Largo Gaetana Agnesi
1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Via Sacra
00186 Roma RM, Italy
Roman Forum 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
What To Expect
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Colosseum
1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
50 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Palatine Hill
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Arch of Constantine (pass by)
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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- A valid ID, or even a photo of an ID on your phone, is required at the entrance of the Colosseum.
- Depending on the Colosseum's availability, tours may begin at Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
- Important Note About Free Entry Days On certain days throughout the year, entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill is free for all visitors as part of special cultural initiatives. Please note that on these days, the amount you pay covers the cost of the guided tour, reservation fees, and all related services provided by our team. While the entrance ticket itself is free, your payment ensures you still enjoy a seamless, high-quality experience with expert guidance.
- Please enter your full name exactly as it appears on your identity card or passport when booking. Tickets are nominative, and if the name on your ticket does not match your ID, entry will be denied. We cannot be held responsible for incorrect or incomplete details provided during booking.
- Due to the Colosseum’s winter schedule, the last entry to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum is at 3:30 PM. If you book a tour after 2:00 PM and wish to visit the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum on the same day, please contact us in advance so we can send your tickets, allowing you to visit those two sites on your own before the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
Filter by:
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
- Access/entrance to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
- Access to the Colosseum Ground & first floor.
- Guided tour only for Colosseum Max 75 min(Choose your prefered language).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation to/from attractions.
- Food & Drink.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Colosseum Semi-Private Tour + Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Access is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Colosseum Semi-Private Tour + Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Access 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
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Access/entrance to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the Colosseum Ground & first floor
- Guided tour only for Colosseum Max 75 min(Choose your prefered language)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation to/from attractions
- Food & Drink
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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- A valid ID, or even a photo of an ID on your phone, is required at the entrance of the Colosseum.
- Depending on the Colosseum's availability, tours may begin at Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
- Important Note About Free Entry Days On certain days throughout the year, entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill is free for all visitors as part of special cultural initiatives. Please note that on these days, the amount you pay covers the cost of the guided tour, reservation fees, and all related services provided by our team. While the entrance ticket itself is free, your payment ensures you still enjoy a seamless, high-quality experience with expert guidance.
- Please enter your full name exactly as it appears on your identity card or passport when booking. Tickets are nominative, and if the name on your ticket does not match your ID, entry will be denied. We cannot be held responsible for incorrect or incomplete details provided during booking.
- Due to the Colosseum’s winter schedule, the last entry to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum is at 3:30 PM. If you book a tour after 2:00 PM and wish to visit the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum on the same day, please contact us in advance so we can send your tickets, allowing you to visit those two sites on your own before the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
