Private 3-Hour Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

The Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in Rome have long been some of the most ancient parts of the city. Fascinating and enthralling visitors for nearly 2000 years, the Colosseum is the largest and most famous amphitheatre ever built. Fortunately, it’s still standing today for you to discover. With this highly recommended 3-hour private tour, you’ll get to skip the lines and visit Rome’s most popular attractions alongside a local expert guide.

Start your tour by entering the majestic Colosseum, where you’ll learn about history dating back to the days of ancient Rome. Thrilling anecdotes and stories about past emperors and gladiators will come to life while told by your professionally trained guide.

Following your visit to the Colosseum, your guide will take you to the site of the Roman Forum archeological site, which for centuries was the centre of daily life in Rome, and then continue to Palatine Hill, which stands 40 metres above the Roman Forum.

What's Included

Private tour led by a local expert guide
Admission fees
Skip-the-line entrance tickets to the Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and Colosseum
Transportation to the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you near the Colosseum, at the foot of the Arch of Constantine. Please show them your voucher (either printed or on your phone).

End point

Return point: Palatine Hill

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Continue on to the site of the Roman Forum, the center of Roman life for centuries. The Forum was the setting for triumphal processions, elections, public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiatorial matches, and the epicenter of commercial activity in the ancient city.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Your guide will take you on a walk up Palatine Hill, which rises 131 feet (40 meters) above the Forum. As the centermost of Rome’s renowned Seven Hills, Palatine Hill is a key archaeological site. Here, you can visit Terrazza Belvedere del Palatino, a breathtaking viewpoint that offers stunning views of the ancient ruins and the historic heart of Rome.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    With your guide, bypass the main ticket lines to the Colosseum and head inside this majestic amphitheater, the biggest and most famous in the ancient Roman world. As you explore, listen as your guide tells you of the stadium’s history and the events held here during the days of the Roman Empire.

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is partly accessible for people with limited mobility. It is possible to go upstairs by lift to visit the entire Colosseum, but the archeological area is not fully accessible. There are some wheelchair platforms, but the terrain is rough and the itinerary may have to be adjusted
  • Large bags, backpacks, and suitcases are not permitted inside the venue. Only small bags will be allowed. There are no cloakrooms
  • Strollers and baby carriers can't be accommodated in this activity
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