Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour worth booking?
Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $269 per person. It scores 39 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 39 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (4)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $269 per person
Enter the Colosseum and Roman Forum and look inside one of the most significant monuments of the Roman Empire. Follow in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators. Discover the secrets held within the walls of this incredible monument with your expert tour guide, who will take you on a journey back in time, recreating the impressive history and mysteries of the largest amphitheater ever constructed in the center of ancient Rome. On your tour, you will beat the crowd skipping the long ticket lines to venture deep inside the walls of the Colosseum, discovering its many secrets and gory past. You will visit the ground floor, the second level giving you a great view of this fantastic masterpiece. This private guided tour is suitable for the elderly, disabled, and teenagers!
What you get
About this experience
Enter the Colosseum and Roman Forum and look inside one of the most significant monuments of the Roman Empire. Follow in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators. Discover the secrets held within the walls of this incredible monument with your expert tour guide, who will take you on a journey back in time, recreating the impressive history and mysteries of the largest amphitheater ever constructed in the center of ancient Rome. On your tour, you will beat the crowd skipping the long ticket lines to venture deep inside the walls of the Colosseum, discovering its many secrets and gory past. You will visit the ground floor, the second level giving you a great view of this fantastic masterpiece. This private guided tour is suitable for the elderly, disabled, and teenagers!
What's included
Included
- Entry/Admission - Colosseum • Entry/Admission - Roman Forum
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum Walking Tour • Professional Local Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Private Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine and Roman Forum
- Over 8 participants Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Free time to explore the additional areas at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill!
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and Drinks
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
By joining our "The Official Small Group Colosseum Tour" we will provide you with entrance tickets, so the group can head straight inside and not waste time standing around in ticket lines. As you walk inside the Colosseum, you will begin to feel the magnitude of where you are. Your guide will recreate the past, with stories of epic battles, painting pictures in your mind, bringing to life the walls that surround you.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Arch of Constantine
The Arch of Constantine I, erected in c. 315 CE, stands in Rome and commemorates Roman Emperor Constantine's victory over the Roman tyrant Maxentius on 28th October 312 CE at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in Rome. It is the largest surviving Roman triumphal arch and the last great monument of Imperial Rome. The arch is also a tour de force of political propaganda, presenting Constantine as a living continuation of the most successful Roman emperors, renowned for their military victories and good government.
Pass by without stopping
Palatine Hill
The Palatine Hill, (/ˈpælətaɪn/; Latin: Collis Palatium or Mons Palatinus; Italian: Palatino [palaˈtiːno]) which is the centremost of the Seven Hills of Rome, is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire."The site is now mainly a large open-air museum while the Palatine Museum houses many finds from the excavations here and from other ancient Italian sites. Imperial palaces were built here, starting with Augustus. Before imperial times the hill was mostly occupied by the houses of the rich. The hill originally had two summits separated by depression; the highest part was called Palatium and the other Germalus (or Cermalus). Using the Forma Urbis its perimeter enclosed 63 acres (25 ha); while the Regional Catalogues of the 4th century enclose 131 acres (53 ha).
30 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
Roman Forum, Latin Forum Romanum, the most important forum in ancient Rome, is situated on low ground between the Palatine and Capitoline hills. The Roman Forum was the scene of public meetings, law courts, and gladiatorial combats in republican times and was lined with shops and open-air markets. Under the empire, when it primarily became a centre for religious and secular spectacles and ceremonies, it was the site of many of the city’s most imposing temples and monuments. Among the structures surviving in whole or in part are the Temple of Castor and Pollux, the Temple of the Deified Caesar, the Mamertine Prison, the Curia (senate house), the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Romulus, the Arch of Titus, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and the Cloaca Maxima.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
The meeting point is at Via Labicana 96 / Tour in the City office. The meeting time is 20 minutes before the booking time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Private tour in French
Private Tour in Italian
Private Tour in English
Private tour in Spanish
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rome Colosseum Tours | Official Guided Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in time 20 minutes before the chosen starting time.
- 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 ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- 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
- 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.
- The tour could be cancelled in case of strikes or due to bad weather conditions.
- We inform you that the entrances to the Colosseum and Roman Forum are managed by a private company and in case and in case of delays in accessing the monuments they are not attributable to our agency and there is no refund
- All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
- The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons
- 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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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Forum Paletine Hill and Colleseum
Location and guidance to our tour meet pointtm very poor. Staff for Walking Tours not easily identifiable at a very busy and congested start location. The guide was knowlegeable but as dull as ditchwater nearly fell asleep on my feet despite the 33 degree C heat. An extended large group with English as the chosen language. The guide was Italien with a heavy accent that was not readily identifiable as English. The detail of the tour was a litany of date fodder and a bore fest. No real insight into Roman life culture, politics, sport or how this civilisation came to an end. A passing brief mention of the Circus Maximus. No mention of the famous emperors of the era in any detail, Caligula, Nero, Augustus or Julius Ceaser being likely candidates. Nor the emergence of the Christian faith from a Paganistic society. Certainly no interesting anecdotes delivered to the audience. I got the impression that the guide was going through the motions delivering a date filled tour with little interest in anything else. No even a metion to Shakespeare and no visit the the Lupercal or mention of Mark Anthony's address to the Romans which neatly encapsulated.the treachery of Brutus and the other "honorable men". Disappointed in the whole thing. This performance only being worthy of five of my English pounds. I learnt more on the tour bus. I could do better.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We have carefully reviewed the comments left by our other guests who joined the same experience, and none of them reported the issues you describe. On the contrary, the tour has consistently received very positive feedback regarding both the guide and the overall experience. Furthermore, after checking our records, we could not find any reservation under your name. This leads us to wonder whether you actually joined one of our tours. If you did participate, we would appreciate it if you could provide your booking reference, the date of the tour, or the name under which the reservation was made. We will be happy to investigate the matter thoroughly. We always welcome constructive feedback, but it is important that reviews refer to an actual experience with our company. Kind regards, Rome Colosseum Tour
via Tripadvisor
TIME WELL SPENT, GREAT SATISFACTION
We found this tour on Trip Advisor and our expectations were all met. Our guide Claudia was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Excellent English even if at times his accent was a bit heavy compensated for the great sympathy and preparation. We had plenty of time to take some great photos and enjoy the Colosseum. Thanks for making our tour so memorable!
via Tripadvisor
A Fantastic Walk Through Time
Together with some friends from Liverpool, we decided to explore the archaeological park with this company and, despite my first resistances, I must say that our guide Giorgio, made us live a Top experience, thanks to his knowledge and sense of humor. Excellent organization and location of the meeting point!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
What a great experience!
Really enjoyed this unique experience with an excellent guide and a professional organisation! Totally worth it! Thank you Rome Colosseum Tours!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $269 to $540
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rome Colosseum Tours | Official Guided Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.2.
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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $269 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 39 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pizza & Gelato Class with Wine by Cooking Italy, Rome [4in1] Pasta Making_Tiramisù_Wine Tasting_Secret Cellar, Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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Included: Entry/Admission - Colosseum • Entry/Admission - Roman Forum; Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person); Colosseum Walking Tour • Professional Local Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide; Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person); and Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other servi. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Gratuities; and Food and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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The meeting point is at Via Labicana 96 / Tour in the City office. The meeting time is 20 minutes before the booking time. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour offered in?
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It is offered in English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Rome. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Exclusive Private Tour?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Private tour in French, Private Tour in Italian, Private Tour in English, Private tour in Spanish. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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