Private Colosseum Arena Tour with Expert Guide - all inclusive

4.9
(39 reviews)

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Our engaging guides bring history to life as we explore some of Rome's most fascinating sites. We'll take an extensive tour of the Forum and Palatine Hill, to see the luxurious home of Roman Emperors, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of their lives. Visual aids are thoughtfully incorporated to help you envision the ancient world as it once was.

Our journey continues at the iconic Colosseum, where we spend an hour on the first tier, unraveling the engineering marvel, rich history, and political intrigue behind one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Often, our tours extend beyond three hours because we strive to make your first visit to Rome an unforgettable experience.

Why Travelers Love This Tour:
* 100% private – no strangers, no rushing
* Access to exclusive stories and insights you won’t hear in group tours
* Ideal for families, couples, or history lovers seeking a deeper connection with Rome
Use of Visual aids on the tour

What's Included

Professional qualified guide
Roman Forum admission
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Palatine Hill Admission
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your private guide will be waiting at the Arch of Constantine, facing the Colosseum, with a sign that reads "Europe Odyssey Tours".

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your tour in the world's largest amphitheater: host to gladiator contests, animal hunts, and reenactments of famous battles. The emperor himself would pay for the events so that they were all free to Roman citizens who could come and partake. Explore this symbol of Italian culture that has captured the imagination of visitors for 2,000 years.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Next, head over to the Roman Forum; the political, administrative and religious center of Rome in the ancient world. Here you will find among the ruins the Arch of Titus, Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, the Temple of the Vestal Virgins, and the Ancient Senate house. Walk through the ruins of elite Roman society of Ancient times.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Lastly, climb to the top of the Palatine Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome and home to Emperor Tiberius, Domitian & Nero. Its name comes from the word "palace" and it overlooks the Roman Forum on one side and Circus Maximus on the other. Also known as the place where the she-wolf found Romulus & Remus, it represents the birthplace of the Roman Empire.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
Supplied by Europe Odyssey Tours di Rahul Raghavan & C.sas

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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