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Private Guided Tour in the Colosseum and Ancient Rome

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Overview

Experience the Colosseum through the eyes of a gladiator by entering the ancient arena and walking the streets of the Roman Forum in the footsteps of senators and emperors. When you have a licensed and friendly guide all to yourself, you will be sure to make the most of your visit to Ancient Rome. You'll be led around the Colosseum to all of the best vantage points for views, photos and living historical explanations of the arena. You will also enter into the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the oldest parts of Rome where the Republic and Empire were established. Walk on original ancient roads, as well as within temple complexes and emperors' palaces. When you have a small group you feel like you've expanded your family and friends to make this an even better experience. Plus you get to ask as many questions of your professional guide as you wish without being overlooked or lost in a massive group.

What's Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Headsets for groups when appropriate
  • Food and Drink
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to or from the meeting point
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Foro Traiano
84, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

The tour will end at the Colosseum where there is a Metro B station as well as a bus stop. This is only a short walk from a taxi stand in two directions as well.

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Colosseum

Experience the Colosseum before walking the streets of the Roman Forum in the footsteps of senators and emperors. After meeting your expert friendly guide, you will begin to hear all about the history of the monument with the advantage of having the guide all to yourself. Once inside you will learn all about the amazing lives of the gladiators and the many different (and deadly) weapons they used, all while soaking in the incredible architecture from the best viewpoint in the arena. We will then walk around the colossal structure where ancient Romans used to cheer on their heroes, gamble and marvel at the exotic animals from all parts of the enormous Roman Empire.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

After walking around inside the building, seeing it from its many different and beautiful angles, the tour will begin a short walk toward the Roman Forum. The forum was the heart and soul of the ancient city with many of its most important temples and political buildings, and though most are in ruins it is still one of the most visually impressive archaeological parks in the world. In this incredible walk through history the tour will fully explore the most important and spectacular sites. Entering near the Senate House the group continues past the law courts, triumphal arches and beautiful Temples, including the famed temple of Julius Caesar where his ashes were laid to rest.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

We will continue the tour by climbing up the gentle slopes of the Palatine Hill where rich Romans lived in their luxury villas, while being waited on hand and foot. Under the umbrella pines, which scatter the landscape, we will explore the palace of the emperors, home of the most powerful people in the ancient world. You will learn more about the lives of these great (and occasionally quite mad) men, visiting the stately dining rooms and serene gardens, getting an idea of the unbelievable luxury that they would have lived in. The last stop on our tour is Domitian’s hippodrome, attached to the imperial palace, where the group can bask in the surrounding view and feel the thousands of years of history and change that this unique city has gone through.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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 Guided Tour in the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?

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 Guided Tour in the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?
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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).
  • Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • Headsets for groups when appropriate.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Your own exclusive expert certified tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and Drink.
  • Gratuities.
  • Transportation to or from the meeting point.
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 Guided Tour in the Colosseum and Ancient Rome 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 Guided Tour in the Colosseum and Ancient Rome 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)
  • Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Headsets for groups when appropriate
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Your own exclusive expert certified tour guide
  • Food and Drink
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to or from the meeting point

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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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