Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Private Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. 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.

   90 minutes here · Admission included

2. Roman Forum

   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.

   50 minutes here · Admission included

3. Arch of Constantine

   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.

   Pass by without stopping

4. Tempio di Vesta

   The Temple of Vesta (Latin Aedes Vestae; Italian: Tempio di Vesta) is an ancient edifice in Rome, Italy, located in the Roman Forum near the Regia and the House of the Vestal Virgins. The temple's most recognizable feature is its circular footprint. Since the worship of Vesta began in private homes, the architecture seems to be a reminder of its history. The extant temple used Greek architecture with Corinthian columns, marble, and a central cella. The remaining structure indicates that there were twenty Corinthian columns built on a podium fifteen meters in diameter. The roof probably had a vent at the apex to allow smoke release.

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5. Piazza del Colosseo

   You will walk along this Piazza in order to access the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Nothing was added from the time of the Roman Empire, what you see, is more or less the view that the romans had in the past.

   Pass by without stopping

6. Foro di Cesare

   The Forum of Caesar (in Latin, Forum Iulium) is a forum which is part of the so-called Imperial Forums in Rome, where the first forum of this complex to be built. The construction began at 54 a. C., and was finished at 29 a. C. by Augustus. While the Forum of Caesar, underwent some renovations in time of Trajan and the year after the fire 283 d. C. Julio Cesar spent huge sums of money made in the campaign of Gaul (60 million sesterces as Cicero, according to Suetonius 100 million) to buy the land and expropriate private and demolish the buildings they occupied the area, and had also relocated to the Curia hostility and faces. Julio Cesar sent instructed Cicero buy land that would serve to build the forum. Roman law had such power that even the emperors could go over the contracts.

   Pass by without stopping

7. Via dei Fori Imperiali

   Admire the view of the famous Via dei Fori Imperiali, projected under the Government of Mussolini.

   Pass by without stopping

8. Palatine Hill

   Not so far from the Forum stands the Palatine Hill. Be ready to climb it to enjoy a marvellous view of ancient Rome, and see the hill that gave birth to Rome, the Eternal City.

   20 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Colosseum Arena with Transfers

  This option includes special access to the Colosseum Arena floor and transfers from and to your accommodation. Pickup included

• Arena First Access & Transfers

  Arena First Access + Tranfers: This option includes Arena Early Morning First Access, Pick-up, and Drop-off with a private car with a driver. Pickup included

• Colosseum with Pick-up Only

  Pick Up Included - No Arena: This option includes ordinary access to the Colosseum and pick up from hotel (Arena access and drop-off are not included). Pickup included

• Arena 1st Access- No Transfers

  First Access | Meet on site: This option includes Arena Early Morning First Access and Roman Forum. Transfers from/to hotel are not included.

• Colosseum Express - No Forum

  Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: This option includes a Colosseum Express Tour. Arena access, transfers from/to hotel, Roman Forum & Palatine not included.

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

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Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 10 travelers per booking

Operated by

CityEyes Private Tours

Know before you go

• 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.
• Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
• Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
• Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance(valued at €18 per person)
• Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience...

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