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PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day tour

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| Rome, Italy
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On average, this is booked 22 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This Private Tour is designed for those who want to discover all the highlights of Ancient Rome!
Thanks to skip the line access, start with the Colosseum, where exotic animals died to entertain the crowds and gladiators lived and fought for freedom. Find out how the Roman Emperors used spectacles in the Amphitheater to show their power!
Climb up to the Palatine Hill, where Romulus and Remus were suckled by the She-wolf and struggled to get the leadership, and where finally Romolus founded the city of Rome.
Head to the Roman Forum, the very heart of Rome for centuries, walk along the Via Sacra, where once festivals and triumphal processions took place.
Know more about Julius Caesar’s life and death, discovering the Curia Julia, the Senate House, his Temple and where he was cremated more than 2000 years ago...

* START TIME is flexible and subject to availability (1 hour before or after set time slot)

What's Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets (for more than 6 people)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drink
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via del Colosseo
31, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Largo Corrado Ricci
00184 Roma RM, Italy

The tour ends inside the Roman Forum close to the exit Largo Corrado Ricci.

What To Expect

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Colosseum

Colosseum, also called Flavian Amphitheatre, is a giant amphitheatre built in Rome under the Flavian emperors. Construction of the Colosseum was begun sometime between 70 and 72 AD and finished in just 8 years.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arch of Constantine (pass by)

Arch of Constantine is one of three surviving ancient Roman triumphal arches in Rome. Erected to celebrate Constantine’s victory over Maxentius.
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Arco di Tito (pass by)

The Arch of Titus is still standing at the entrance to the Roman Forum, commemorating the conquest of Jerusalem in 70 AD by the Roman emperor Titus.
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Palatine Hill

According to ancient Roman legend, the founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus, founded Rome on the Palatine Hill. The Palatine Hill is a four-sided plateau rising 131 feet south of the Forum and 168 feet above sea level.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Foro Romano

Roman Forum is the most important forum in ancient Rome, situated on low ground between the Palatine and Capitoline hills. The Roman Forum was the scene of public meetings, law courts and was lined with shops and open-air markets.
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1 hour 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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day 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-170038P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person).
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Headsets (for more than 6 people).
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Professional licensed guide.
  • 3h Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Private guided tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • food and drink.
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?
A:

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, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day 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?
A:

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 €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets (for more than 6 people)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Professional licensed guide
  • 3h Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Private guided tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

Activity name

  • 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
  • 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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