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Imperial Rome, Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Guided Tour

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| Rome, Italy
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from $181.63 per person

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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Dear guests, this tour is led by an official licensed local guide who explains the history and features of two of the most famous sites in the world, the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Moreover, you will be shown the beautiful Capitol hill totally restored by Michelangelo, and then the famous monument dedicated to Victor Emanuel, King of Italy. It's an experience in the heart of ancient Rome.

What's Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Tickets for Colosseum
  • Private transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via di San Gregorio
00186 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Piazza Venezia
Roma RM, Italy

The tour ends at Venice square where a big white monument is located.

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Colosseum

It is considered a grandeur of Rome, the largest amphitheater in the world, commonly called the Colosseum because of the tall statue of Nero that stood beside the monument itself.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Foro Romano

The Roman Forum was the heart of ancient Rome, originally a marketplace that later became a center of civic life and a place for public events and ceremonies.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza del Campidoglio

One of the seven hills of Rome, once the heart of the Roman Empire's economic, religious, and political life! Today, it serves as the city hall and a site of great beauty and fame thanks to Michelangelo's restorations, and it houses the Capitoline Museums located inside one of the palaces on the square.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II

The symbol of Italy's unification, built by the end of the 19th century, is the place where all official state ceremonies take place!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Imperial Rome, Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Guided Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-59821P12

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Imperial Rome, Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Guided Tour?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Tickets for Colosseum.
  • Licensed local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Private transportation.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Imperial Rome, Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Guided Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Imperial Rome, Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Guided Tour 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Tickets for Colosseum
  • Licensed local guide
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Provide full names corresponding to the names on the valid documents of all the paricipants

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