Rome: Colosseum and Roman Forum Private Tour
Get a fully immersive Colosseum tour with a knowledgeable private guide and optional hotel private pick-up.
Options
Colosseum Only - No Forum
Duration: 1 hour: This option includes a Colosseum Express Tour. Arena access, transfers from/to hotel and Roman Forum tour are not included.
What's included in Rome: Colosseum and Roman Forum Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Colosseum
Visit the Colosseum, one of the largest structures of the ancient world, where Romans once gathered to watch the gladiator games, battles with wild beasts, and according to legend, sea battles. Discover how the Colosseum, a massive stone amphitheater which seated an estimated 60,000 spectators, was built in only 8 years. Your guide will unlock fascinating stories of the design and construction, the political benefit, the fighters, and the eventual end of the games at the Colosseum.
Foro Romano
At the Roman Forum, your guide will bring to life the mythology, the popular celebrations of the time, and the gods of ancient Rome, which are reflected in the star signs in contemporary astrology. Learn how the pagan holiday Saturnalia influenced the unfolding of Christmas on the 25th of December today. Listen to the story of the Lapis Niger (Latin for ‘black stone’), the most ancient Latin text ever discovered in the world - which is housed in the foundation of a column in the Forum. Discover the Temple of the Vestal Virgins. They worked in the temple for a period of 30 years under different emperors and were regarded almost as goddesses in status. Their foremost duty was maintaining the sacred fire of Vesta which represented the heart of Rome. As legend has it - as long as the sacred flame burned, Rome would endure and be victorious.
Arch of ConstantinePass-by Only
Admire the view of the most important Triumphal Arch of Rome dedicated to the Famous Emperor Costantine. This Arch represents a turning point of the Roman History and Art, a dividing line between the rise of the Christians and the decline of the Roman Empire.
Inclusions
- Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance(valued at €18 per person) - Basic Option
- Arena Access (if option selected)
- Private Walking Tour
- Hotel pickup (if option selected)
- Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance with arena access (valued at €24 per person) - Luxury Option
- Drop-off service (if option selected)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Food and drinks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues or those using a wheelchair
- 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.
- Please be aware that to enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check
- Large bags and backpacks are not allowed
- Be prepared to climb uneven steps and explore an archaeological site - wear good shoes. Anticipate Rome's intense heat in the summer - you may want to bring a small umbrella to block the sun as well as unexpected, sudden rainfall
- 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.
- Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required for safety. Access to the Colosseum may be denied without proper footwear.
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Pick up from hotel if centrally located (within the Aurelian Walls)
Meeting / End Points
- For tour options without transfers, the meeting point details will be communicated via email. Please make sure to check the reminder sent the day before your tour, containing a brief summary of the meeting location and time.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Be prepared to climb uneven steps and explore an archaeological site - wear good shoes. Anticipate Rome's intense heat in the summer - you may want to bring a small umbrella to block the sun as well as unexpected, sudden rainfall • Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the Colosseum