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Private Colosseum Tour Including Ancient City


Private
3 hrs
Colosseum
Refundable booking
private colosseum tour rome

This top-rated, comprehensive tour includes the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. It will transport you 2,000 years back in time to when Rome ruled the world.

Your expert guide will tailor your tour to the interests of you and your group. Going at your own pace, you will be able to ask questions and learn more about what interests you most. Enjoy smooth entry into the Colosseum, maximizing your time in this incredible historical site.

This private tour is a great way to navigate and discover the history and stories behind the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill: the birthplace of Rome. This is an excellent tour for those seeking to make the most of their time in the Eternal City.

**All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in denied entry to the site.**

Proud to be an Accredited Tour Operator of the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo.

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  • Enjoy a personalized tour with a top-rated guide
  • Walk in the iconic Colosseum & Roman Forum & admire views from Palatine Hill
  • Take a trip back in time & learn about 2000 years of history on this complete tour
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Exclusive private Tours and Experiences. Also offered in Spanish, French, Portuguese, Swedish and Russian

Our prices always include tickets and reservations fees (no waiting in lines!)

Our tour guides and staff are selected experts and speak perfect English

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Eco-sustainable tourism, designed to respect and support local culture, art and traditions


Your journey begins in the heart of ancient Rome: the Roman Forum. Wander through the remnants of temples, basilicas, and bustling marketplaces, each step revealing new insights into the daily life of ancient Romans.

Explore the excavation site of the Roman Forum, once vibrant with ancient temples, theaters, and government buildings – the heart of Rome’s commercial and political life. Stroll along streets where Romans once walked as your expert guide brings the ruins to life through mesmerizing stories.

Your tour continues with a walk up to Palatine Hill, once home to Rome’s rich and famous who lived in imperial palaces with incredible views over the city. Your guide will share stories of the lavish lifestyles of ancient Roman rules amidst the excavations. Once you have finished your exploration, it is off to visit the Colosseum.

VIP ACCESS TO THE COLOSSEUM

You will enjoy smooth entry to the Colosseum allowing for a seamless transition into one of the greatest feats in architecture. Listen to tales of those who faced life or death within this entertainment arena, marveling at its well-preserved grandeur. Today, nestled in Rome’s bustling city, the Colosseum remains an iconic symbol of Rome.

This is a completely private tour perfect for curious minds of all ages.

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  • Colosseum Entry Tickets
  • Titus Arch
  • Palatine Hill
  • Temple of Julius Caesar
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  • Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
  • All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in the denial of entry to the site.
  • Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
  • The above itinerary is an example, the order of the sites might change depending on the scheduled slot.
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LivTours’ group size of max 6 participants is and always has been based on sustainable travel, and we are proud to be at the forefront of change and innovation in the industry.  LivTours is committed to providing travelers with truly sustainable tours with the lowest possible environmental impact, all while supporting the local industries and people of each unique destination. To learn more about how you can actively support sustainable tourism  and how LivTours is contributing, click here.

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When you book a LivTours Private Tour or Experience, you are guaranteed a dedicated, expert guide that allows you the flexibility to start your tour at a time which is convenient for you, making planning easy. Our private tours ensure that you will get a tailored experience to meet all your needs so we go at your pace, perfect for families with younger children, elderly, or individuals with accessibility needs. Please be advised that all private tours begin at a base price starting at two people*. Prices are inclusive of entry tickets where applicable. *Some Ferrari private experiences are inclusive of one person only.

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Make your experience even more unique by upgrading your LivTours experience. Please note: add-ons are non refundable.

One Way Pick-Up Transfer Service
With the one way pick up service, your driver will pick you up directly from your accommodation and drive you to the meeting point where you will be greeted by your tour guide. Guarantee stress-free. One way only.
starting from 105 €
Gladiator School Experience for Kids
Add the incredible experience offered by an official Gladiator School. The experience includes a round trip private chauffeur to the Gladiator School, where you will get a hands-on training of the fighting techniques of ancient gladiators in a reconstructed Ludus Magnus arena, as well as a Gladiator Museum visit. Please note: The Gladiator School offers its courses at a limited number of set times throughout the day. Depending on the time of your tour, you may have a break to enjoy a snack or lunch between your tour and your Gladiator booking, or you may be required to participate in the Gladiator school before your tour. Our operations team will reach out and advise you on your options upon booking. This add-on duration is approximately 3 hours in total: 2 hour gladiator school, and 1 hour of transport time (30 minutes each way). In general, tours starting after 1:45pm (or 2:15pm, in the case of the Colosseum Tour for Kids) will require the Gladiator school to be before the tour.
starting from 610 €
Add accessibility request (insert details at checkout)
We are committed to enhancing the accessibility of your tour experience where possible. Please communicate your specific accessibility needs to us in the "additional notes" box at checkout and we will reach out to you directly to discuss how we can assist you.
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  • Knowledgable and Friendly

    Alessandro was a wonderful, enthusiastic and knowledgable guide. We had a wonderful time and he did a terrific job of putting all of the amazing things we saw on the tour in the context of Rome's rich and deep history. Thank you!

    - Peter Ching
  • Incredible for Photos

    My partner’s a photographer and our guide timed everything so we caught amazing light inside the Colosseum. He even showed us spots for panoramic shots of the Forum.

    - Andre Barbosa
  • Worth Every Penny for the Privacy

    We almost booked a group tour but chose LivTours instead — thank goodness! No fighting for space or trying to hear over a big crowd. Just us, our guide, and 2,000 years of stories.

    - Holly Jensen
  • Great Way to Beat the Heat

    Rome can be scorching in summer but our guide knew shady spots and water fountains. We stayed comfortable while exploring this stunning piece of history.

    - Blake Matthews
  • Made History Fun Again

    Never thought my husband would be so into Roman ruins, but our guide's stories had him hooked! We both learned so much without feeling lectured.

    - Priya Kapoor
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By selecting Choose Dates Later / Buy as Gift at booking, any tour can be purchased without fixed dates. This is the perfect option if you want to purchase your tour as a gift for a loved one, or if you are in the pre-planning phase of your vacation. After booking, you will receive a Travel Voucher Code and full instructions on how to schedule your tours when ready. Once your travel plans are confirmed, you can easily use the Travel Voucher Code on the LivTours website to formally schedule your tours. You can find out more here.

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