Rome with Lucy!
Lucy was incredible and very knowledgeable. We had an excellent tour of Rome's ancient ruins. The Colosseum was awe-inspiring, and Lucy's detailed information brought the history to life in a fantastic way.
- CharlottePrivate Colosseum Tour Including Ancient City
Private
3 hrs
Colosseum
Refundable booking
This top-rated, comprehensive tour includes the Colosseum, with Arena Floor access, 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 priority access to the Colosseum, maximizing your time in this incredible historical site. Experience the Colosseum’s restricted Arena Floor: tread the same floors as the gladiators!
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.
- 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
- Access the restricted Arena Floor of the Colosseum
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 priority access 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.
- Priority Colosseum entrance
- Colosseum Arena Floor access
- Titus Arch
- Palatine Hill
- Temple of Julius Caesar
- 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.
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.
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.
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 the Official Gladiator School on the Appian Way. The experience includes a visit to the Gladiator Museum and a hands-on training of the fighting techniques of ancient gladiators in a reconstructed ludus magni arena.
Includes roundtrip transfer.
NOTE: Add-on duration is 3-4 hours in total, 2 hour gladiator school, and 1-2 hour return transport (>30 minutes each way).
Please note: gladiator school experiences are available in the afternoon only, therefore, depending on the time of your tour, you may have a break to enjoy lunch explore the city between your tour and your Gladiator booking. In such cases, our operations team will advise you on a time and convenient place to meet your chauffeur.
starting from
575 €
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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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.
