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4.7(12 reviews)

Exclusive Colosseum Ancient Rome Tour

From€252
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy

About this activity

Experience Rome's ancient history with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, guided by an expert English-speaking guide.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
  • Explore Roman Forum's ancient ruins
  • Visit Palatine Hill's historic sites
  • Learn from expert English-speaking guide
  • Use headsets for clear audio

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in Rome's rich history with our exclusive private tour. Skip the lines and delve into the Colosseum's grandeur, the Roman Forum's ancient ruins, and Palatine Hill's historic sites. Led by an expert English-speaking guide, you'll gain insights into the city's past, all while using headsets for clear audio. This tour offers a personalized experience, ensuring you don't miss a single detail of Rome's ancient wonders.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Headsets for clear audio during the tour
  • Food and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Via delle Terme di Tito, 72, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • This is a private tour; the price is per group, not per person.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; please dress accordingly.
  • Photography is allowed; however, tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to provide all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary depending on admission availability (the tour may start at the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum before the Colosseum)
  • You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security will prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
  • Discount for children can be applied only with a valid ID card
  • Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors
  • For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened.
  • Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley
  • Can be introduced medium and small size backpacks to shoulder, which must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the inspection
  • Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities 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 and offer a partial refund
  • No change on a booking can be accepted. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
  • For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Wheelchair users or walker users cannot have access to the Palatine Hill.
  • The start time of the tour may vary depending on the availability of tickets or due to extraordinary and unplanned closures or not communicated promptly.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons
  • 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.
  • The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.

Traveler reviews

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Easy , practical...

Easy , practical informative. We had teens in our group and the tour guy made if very interesting. Thomas was great.

Afsoon_AJul 27, 2026VIATOR

Guide very knowledgable...

Guide very knowledgable and engaging. Tour meeting place impossible to find, along with conflicting information about meeting place and ticket redemption. Like trying to find a needle in a haystack while trying to navigate Rome. Better specific instructions and process needed.

EDWARD_MMay 1, 2026VIATOR

Stefani is the best! Great experience

Stefani did an amazing job. She was patient, kind, knowledgeable, answered all of our questions and helped us take some great pics. It was a private tour with just our guide and me and my husband. Highly recommend Stefani and this tour!

Casey_GSep 28, 2025VIATOR

Fun, informative, and stress free tour of ancient Roman sites

Chiara is pleasant, very knowledgeable, and welcoming. She shared her great love of Roman history in a way that was understandable and accessile. We felt like we were touring these marvelous sites with a long-time friend.

Maria_DSep 22, 2024VIATOR

Private tours are worth the extra money

Great guide. Very knowledgeable. So glad we spent the extra on a private tour. We went at our own pace and we’re able to ask many questions.

Karen_FJan 27, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to provide all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary depending on admission availability (the tour may start at the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum before the Colosseum) You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security will prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID. Discount for children can be applied only with a valid ID card Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley Can be introduced medium and small size backpacks to shoulder, which must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the inspection Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities 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 and offer a partial refund No change on a booking can be accepted. In that instance, no refund will be issued. For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. Pets are not allowed Wheelchair users or walker users cannot have access to the Palatine Hill. The start time of the tour may vary depending on the availability of tickets or due to extraordinary and unplanned closures or not communicated promptly. Children must be accompanied by an adult The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons 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. The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
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