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Rome Private Tour: Colosseum Forum & City Highlight

23 Reviews 4.87 out of 5 stars Based on 23 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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| Rome, Italy
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The Colosseum
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On average, this is booked 16 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish

Overview

This is the perfect tour for you to start your holiday in Rome. This 4-hour tour begins in the company your own private, licensed guide you visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and much more. As this is a private tour you can discuss the itinerary with your guide to ensure you spend time seeing the sights that you really want to see!

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee
  • Local taxes
  • All activities
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza del Colosseo
23, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Rome
Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

What To Expect

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Colosseum

You'll meet your guide for the interior of the Colosseum. Your guide will explain all about this magnificent amphitheatre, how it was designed and built and also about the bloody contests that were held there between gladiators and exotic beasts.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

Once back outside the Colosseum you see the splendid Arch of Constantine and then take a short walk to the Forum, Ancient Rome’s main square and the hub of all activity, religious, political and social.  Here there are the ruins of many wonderful buildings;  of the Temple of Julius Caesar built over the spot where he was cremated, the Arch of Titus, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Senate House and the Basilica of Mexentius to name a few.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Piazza Venezia

You then proceed to Piazza Venezia with its famous white marble monument, Il Vittoriana, built in 1885 as a commemoration to King Victor Emmanuel II and lovingly called “The Wedding Cake” by the local population.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Trevi

A short walk takes you to some of Rome’s other “must see” sights; the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon.   This is a great 4-hour tour to see the very best of Rome!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a paper 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 Rome Private Tour: Colosseum Forum & City Highlight?

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-104544P5

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Private Tour: Colosseum Forum & City Highlight?
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 reservation fee.
  • Local taxes.
  • All activities.
  • Professional art historian guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Private transportation.
  • Hotel pick up and drop off.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1. 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 Rome Private Tour: Colosseum Forum & City Highlight is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome Private Tour: Colosseum Forum & City Highlight 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

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  • Colosseum reservation fee
  • Local taxes
  • All activities
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a paper 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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