Colosseum & Ancient Rome for Kids Private Family Tour with Arena
Our Private Family Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome is a fun and interactive way for families to experience one of Italy's most greatest treasures. The tour is designed to get children and adults alike excited about history!
We believe that each tour is a great opportunity to engage and learn with your kids, and foster their natural curiosity. Armed with interactive booklets, quizzes and games, everyone will enjoy an exciting exploration of the spectacular Colosseum and the ancient Roman Forum with your private expert family friendly tour guide.
Your personal guide will take the helm on this thrilling journey through the Colosseum, tracing the path of ancient gladiators. They'll escort you and your children through the gates once trodden by gladiators, guiding you onto the coveted arena floor.
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What's included in Colosseum & Ancient Rome for Kids Private Family Tour with Arena
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Colosseum
Before you begin your tour, each child will receive a bag with an interactive booklet and other useful gadgets that will make them truly feel like little archaeologists. Follow your guide and begin your journey through ancient Roman history! Your tour will begin at one of the most beautiful monuments of Rome – the Colosseum, with special Arena floor entrance. Admire ancient Rome’s iconic accomplishment, a perfect backdrop for a family photo. Make sure your children are listening carefully and have their booklet in hand! Learn about the gladiator games and the wild animal hunts as you walk through this 2000 year old landmark of Rome. Climb your way up to the second tier of the Colosseum where you can imagine the deafening applause during the bloody games. Pretend to catch a glimpse of the Emperor as he decided the fate of the poor souls in the arena.
Foro Romano
The impressive Roman Forum is an explorer’s paradise and your interactive booklet will help you learn the stories of “downtown” Rome. Climb over ancient ruins and even drink from genuine Roman fountain! The history of this site is sure to appeal to children and adults! Our final stop leads us to the remains of the temple of ancient history’s most famous character, Julius Gaius Caesar. Our guide will make sure you explore the Roman Forum up, down and around. This unique tour is not just for kids! The whole family is guaranteed to leave with an arsenal of knowledge about ancient Rome that you are sure to take home with you!
Inclusions
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Special Arena Floor access
- Professional and Expert Family Guide
- Interactive booklet for the whole family
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities (optional)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
- The interactive children’s booklets are only made in English.
- This activity booklet is designed for children from ages 5 – 10 years old.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- In front of the SOS sign outside the Colosseum Metro station's upper floor entrance, located in Largo Gaetana Agnesi. PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has an upper and lower entrance, both with SOS signs. Please ensure you are at the upper level. Coordinates: 41.891560,12.491393
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants, plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Please arrive at the meeting point 10-15 min prior your tour start time, as entrance to the Colosseum and Roman Forum are ruled by strict time slots. Thank you!
