VIP Colosseum & Arena: Small Group Ancient Rome Tour

Elevate your Roman adventure with an exclusive VIP tour of the Colosseum and Arena, tailored for small groups to ensure a personal exploration of ancient Rome. Journey back in time and immerse yourself in Italy's storied past. This intimate tour offers a memorable exploration of the city's iconic ruins and rich heritage, bringing the grandeur of Roman civilization to life.

With a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes, it's the perfect way to enrich your experience in Rome. Travelers have rated this tour 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,545 reviews.

This tour offers a unique chance to step into history at the heart of Rome. You'll gain exclusive access to the Colosseum's arena floor, skirting the usual crowds. Enhanced with insightful stories from a knowledgeable guide and extended visits to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, it's the perfect adventure for families and history lovers.

Begin your immersive journey with priority access to the Colosseum. Gathering at the meeting location, you'll be equipped with personal headsets to ensure you don't miss a word. As you step onto the Arena floor through the exclusive Gladiator's Gate, get your camera ready to capture the grandeur of the Colosseum, where fierce battles and contests once unfolded.

Your adventure continues as you explore the viewing areas above the Colosseum's subterranean chambers. Here, you'll learn the stories and facts about the ancient Roman era, shedding light on the Colosseum’s lively history, its audience, the intense combats, and the era's influential leaders.

Next, you’ll climb up to the Palatine Hill, which was home to the emperors and wealthy Romans, offering views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus. Climbing down the hill, you'll be guided through the ruins of the Roman Forum. With the aid of overlay books and 3D representations, you'll visualize the ancient structures in their former glory, connecting the dots between the ruins, historical figures, and significant events of ancient Rome.

Your enlightening tour wraps up as you stroll back to the starting point, enriched with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Rome's ancient history, ready to embark on the rest of your day's journey.

The activity is offered in 6 languages: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, and Spanish. The guides accompanying the tour are all licensed and have a degree either in Art History or Archaeology.

The tour is not wheelchair accessible. Please arrive 10 minutes early for check-in. Additionally, a valid passport or ID matching the booking name is mandatory for entry. Note that the tour may last up to 2 hours in July and August due to heat. Prohibited items include pets, weapons, oversized luggage, and alcohol.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Rome. The exact address is Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Via dei Fori Imperiali, Roma RM, Italy.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Embark on a journey through Rome's rich history with this intimate small-group tour, featuring exclusive access to the Colosseum and Arena. Don't miss this chance to connect with Italy's past in a way that's both profound and personal.