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Choose a Colosseum private tour for a relaxing experience of Rome's most iconic sight: the Colosseum. Join your guide — an archaeology expert — for a full tour of Rome's Ancient City. Benefit from your guide's undivided attention, who'll answer your ever curiosity about the Roman Empire — and the bloody battles of the Colosseum. You'll be able to discover these amazing archaeological sights at your own pace.
First, you'll enjoy a walking tour of the exquisite ruins of the Roman Forum. Your private guide will be on hand to answer every question you had about the power and the political intrigues of the Roman Empire. Then, you'll climb the Palatine Hill; the place Romulus founded Rome in myth. Enjoy a beautiful vista of modern Rome and its ancient ruins.
Continue to the Colosseum, where you'll learn everything about the bloody gladiator's games. Here all the tales of the men and beasts who died here, and experience the power of the impressive ruins of this mighty amphitheater.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In Front of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi
Itinerary
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Discover the fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum. See where Julius Caesar was assassinated and all the amazing architecture — including Temples and Victory Arches — of the Roman Forum.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
Enjoy an amazing view of Ancient and modern Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill; once the home of Rome's Emperors. See where the Emperors lived and discover the true stories of their luxurious lifestyles.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Visit the world’s most iconic amphitheater: the Colosseum. See the famous stadium where 80,000 Romans would have gathered to watch the blood sports on the Arena floor. Over 400,000 people died over the Colosseum’s 400 years in use, and 1,000,000 animals.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
As you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
See one of the best-preserved Roman Victory Arches in the world.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Once Ancient Rome's main street, the Via Sacra runs from the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
In the Temple of Vesta, the Vestal Virgins watched the sacred fire of Rome and protected it with their life.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
One of the greatest secular Basilicas of Ancient Rome.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
See the victory arch which inspired the design of the Arc de Triomphe.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- 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.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- 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.
- Colosseum and Roman Forum are ancient sites and not wheelchair friendly. We encourage those with mobility problems to book a private tour, in order to allow the guide to adapt the pace to their specific needs. This tour lasts 3 hours and a fair amount of walking is involved, including some stairs and uphill paths.
- Water fountains available on site
- Strollers are allowed but not recommended, as stairs are steep and the ground is uneven; children must be carried by an adult or be able to walk for most of the tour
- Wear comfortable shoes; bring hat and sunscreen
- There is no scheduled break, but it will be possible to stop for restrooms along the path, as needed
- Food is allowed in the archeological area
- For security reasons, all visitors and their luggage shall be screened; all objects (including mobile phones) must be put in the bag/backpack or in the tray for X-ray screening
- Large backpacks, camping bags, bulky bags, and luggage/trolleys are not allowed; medium and small backpacks can be shouldered and must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by security
- Please notice that the Colosseum Administration has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit or offer a partial refund.
- Please note that sprays of all sorts are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancellation Policy
This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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