Private Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Access the 1st and 2nd tiers of the ancient amphitheater with reserved tickets and a personal guide
Adventure through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a private tour crafted just for you. With a dedicated guide, use pre-reserved entry tickets to bypass general admission lines and explore these ancient landmarks. Walk through the 1st & 2nd tiers, where wealthy spectators once sat, look down onto the gladiator battle grounds, then tour the Roman Forum and the birthplace of Rome, Palatine Hill. See the places where everyday life and politics shaped an entire empire, at your pace!
What You Get With This Tour
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Imagine gladiators from spectator tiers
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Pre-reserved Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill tickets
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Guided tour of the 1st & 2nd tiers of the Colosseum
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Guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
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Private group experience
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Guide tips
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour Itinerary
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Meet your guide at the Colosseo metro stop
Your tour begins behind the green souvenir kiosk located just outside the lower level exit of the Colosseo metro station. Meet your private guide and prepare for a short walk to the monumental entrance of the world's most famous amphitheater. -
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Explore the 1st & 2nd Colosseum tiers
Use pre-reserved tickets to enter the Flavian Amphitheater, known as the Colosseum, a massive stone arena built in 80 A.D. for public spectacles. Follow your guide to the first and second levels to look down below at the arena floor and the underground tunnels where animals were once kept. -
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Navigate the Roman Forum
Next, walk into the valley of the Roman Forum, the social and political heart of the ancient city. See the Senate House and the Temple of Julius Caesar, which was built on the site of the leader's cremation in 29 B.C. -
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View the triumphal arches
Then, stand before the Arch of Constantine and the Arch of Titus to examine the intricate stone carvings. Learn how these massive structures celebrated military victories and influenced the architecture of monuments around the world for centuries. -
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Ascend the Palatine Hill
Finally, climb the historic hill where Romulus is said to have founded the city in 753 B.C. Wander through the ruins of imperial palaces and enjoy a panoramic view of the Circus Maximus and the sprawling city below. -
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Your tour finishes at Palatine Hill
The tour concludes on Palatine Hill. Continue exploring the archaeological park at your leisure or head toward a nearby trattoria for a traditional Roman lunch. Ask your guide for local recommendations, they will be happy to help!
Additional Information
Discover what to expect, what’s included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dress Code: Comfortable attire and shoes are recommended for walking on uneven terrain.
ID Requirement: Please bring a valid government-issued ID for entrance into the Colosseum. The name on your tickets (entered at check-out) must match the name listed on your government-issued ID or you will be refused entry.
Accessibility: As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be accommodated to be wheelchair or mobility accessible. Please contact us, after making the booking, to make the proper arrangements. We recommend a soft baby carrier over stroller due to the uneven terrain. The Colosseum has very steep stairs, if you expect to need to use the elevator on this tour, please contact us in advance, so the guide can prepare accordingly.
Tour Changes: Depending on the assigned entry time for the Colosseum, your tour might enter the Roman Forum first and end in the Colosseum. All Colosseum tours are subject to time change. Please keep the date of your tour flexible.
Children: All children, no matter the age, are required to have a ticket to enter the Colosseum. The name on the child's ticket must match the name listed on their government issued-ID or they will be refused entry. Passports are recommended as a form of ID.
Disability certification: As per Colosseum ticketing rules, guests who possess a disability certification may enter the Colosseum with a ticket cost of €2. This price also applies to one companion. A disability card must be presented to Colosseum staff on the day of the visit. If this applies to you or your party, please contact us after booking the tour to make the proper pricing adjustments and claim access to the disability entrance. Please note, this price applies to the cost of tickets, not the cost of the tour.
Bag Policy: The Colosseum allows small to medium-sized bags, but large backpacks, suitcases, and wheeled bags are prohibited and must be left behind. All bags are subject to security screening, similar to an airport.
Security Check: Every person entering the Colosseum, including those with pre-reserved tickets, is required to go through an airport style security check.
Please note: The itinerary of a private tour can be adjusted to your needs. Please reach out if you do not see a start time that fits for your party. We would be happy to check with our ticketing team to see if we can accommodate you.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 3-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved Colosseum entry tickets
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entry tickets
Guided tour of the Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
Private group experience
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable sneakers
Sunscreen (during the hot summer months)
Water bottle (during the hot summer months)
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Customer Reviews
Really good tour thanks
Freddie was very knowledgeable and passionate. Very good English. Highly recommend.
Our tour guide was amazing! She was very patient as we had a party of 19 with a couple that are limited mobility. She was very knowledge and made sure that we all had any questions answered!
We had an excellent tour of the Colosseum in Palatine Hill. Our tour guide was very informative and kept it to the level that was most comfortable to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my tour time change?
All Colosseum tours are subject to time change due to tickets. Please keep the date of your tour flexible.
Does this tour include access to the Colosseum Underground/Dungeons?
This tour does not include the Colosseum Underground, but we do offer a small group tour with access to the Underground.
I don't see any availability. Can I still book a private tour?
Just get in touch with us, we'll do our best to accommodate your group. Our contact information is at the bottom of this page.
Does the Colosseum ever close to the public?
Sometimes the Colosseum closes access to the more restricted areas with little notice. This usually happens in cases of heavy rainfall or an emergency repair. If this happens, we will visit other areas of the Colosseum, and the tour will continue with the same duration.
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, this private experience is excellent for families because the guide can tailor the storytelling to engage children. Because this is a private booking, we can adjust the pace to accommodate smaller legs or specific interests.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
As this is a private tour, the itinerary can be accommodated to be wheelchair or mobility accessible. Please reach out to us after booking, so we can make the proper arrangements for your visit.
