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Private Colosseum and Ancient Rome Guided Tour

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Overview

When in Rome, this Colosseum & Ancient Rome tour is a must.
With this 3 hours private tour, you take the opportunity to plunge yourself into the very essence of ancient Rome, with your personal guide telling you about the history of such places, sharing with you the history, tales, and facts behind them. It will truly be a VIP experience: you'll have a dedicated guide, always ready to answer your questions and focus on the aspects that interest you most.
Your guide is the perfect candidate to lead your Colosseum & Ancient Rome adventure, telling you the stories that bring the stones to life.

What's Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 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.
  • Food & Drink
  • Gratuities
  • Pick-up/Drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Largo Gaetana Agnesi
5, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Via della Salara Vecchia
5/6, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

Your tour ends inside the Roman Forum: here, you can stay inside as long as you want and enjoy some free time!

What To Expect

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Colosseum

Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is the greatest entertainment venue of all times.It was built on the behest of the Emperor Vespasian between 72 and 80 AD.Discover more about this majestic monument with your local and expert guide.Learn about its history, features and facts about the largest amphitheatre ever built.There were roughly 200 entertainment venues like this all throughout the Roman Empire.It was built with more than 1 million tons of materials, including travertine, marble and cement.The games were free and paid for by the Emperor, who wanted to show the greatness of the Roman Empire.Hundreds of thousands of Gladiators, Animals and Convicts fought and died here over almost five centuries.The inauguration games were held here by Titus in 80 AD, and lasted 100 days.Gladiators and animals were brought here to fight from all corners of the known world, to provide an amazing entertainment for the people of Rome.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

The Roman Forum was the very center of Rome. This where some of the most important buildings of ancient Rome.The forum was an outdoor plaza where people gathered to discuss political and civil life matters.In the area there were temples, basilicas and palaces of power.The Roman Forum is where the politics of Rome where shaped, business was made and the justice was administered.Here you can find some of the most important buildings of the ancient Rome: the house of the Senate, temples and basilicas.All we have is the present, and yet we cannot live the future without our past. What the ancient Romans did still shape the world we live in, and affect the way we think about ourselves and our society.Plunge yourself in the heart of the Roman Empire by visiting the Roman Forum!
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

The Palatine Hill is everywhere started. Rome was first established here in 753 BC, by the hands of Romulus, allegedly the first King of Rome.The archaeologists found traces of settlements from the Bronze Age, and this proves that the foundation date given is quite accurate. Today the remains of the the imperial palaces can be seen.The Palatine hill was chosen by Romulus as it was deemed to be the best of all the 7 hills in Rome, thanks to its central position that was simply ideal.The ancient civilizations tended to choose the high grounds close to rivers for their early settlements.This gave a strategic advantage in case of military attacks as well as against the frequent floods of the water streams.The Palatine Hill is where the houses of the Kings of Rome, Palaces of the Emperors and notable people were.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Costumers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to guarantee a smooth departure of the activity
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Colosseum and Ancient Rome 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Colosseum and Ancient Rome 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).
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • headsets to hear the guide clearly.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food & Drink.
  • Gratuities.
  • Pick-up/Drop-off.
  • Arena and Underground.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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 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 Private Colosseum and Ancient Rome Guided Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 Private Colosseum and Ancient Rome 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)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Professional guide
  • Food & Drink
  • Gratuities
  • Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Arena and Underground

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Costumers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to guarantee a smooth departure of the activity
  • 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.
  • 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.

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