VIP, Small-Group Colosseum and Ancient City Tour

Colosseum Interior
Second level of the Colosseum
On the Arena floor
First Floor of the Colosseum
Colosseum First Level
Conditional cancellation
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Description

Summary

Starts
Arch of Constantine
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this VIP, Small-Group Colosseum and Ancient City Tour. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Italy with a unique historical tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

Travelers who have booked this historical tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,304 reviews. The entire cultural tour lasts around 3 hours.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the tour offers the opportunity to experience Colosseum and Roman Forum (Foro Romano) up close.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Rome. The exact address is Via di S. Gregorio, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6, 00186 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 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Elevate your visit in Rome by reserving a spot for this captivating journey through time in Italy. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience before it gets fully booked!

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Included

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Licensed, historian guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access included)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Headphones available upon request
Admission to the Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected)
Admission to the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Admission to the Colosseum

Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome

Map

Attractions

photo of Colosseum in Rome at sunrise, Italy, Europe.Colosseum

Options

VIP Colosseum Tour
Small Group Colosseum Tour: Exclusive, small-group Colosseum tour. This tour also includes visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.
VIP Colosseum - Arena Access
Small Group Arena Access Tour : Tour the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Forum with a small group, and gain exclusive access to the arena floor!
Arena/Ancient City Small Group
Arena, Roman Forum& Palatine: The small group tour starts with exclusive access to the Arena floor and moves on to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
VIP Undergound Tour

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
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.
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 note we will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on the time of tickets we can purchase
Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of the month. Tours are discounted on these days.
Please be aware that we offer two Arena tour packages: The VIP Colosseum - Arena Access option grants entry to the Colosseum, Arena floor, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. The Arena, Roman Forum & Palatine option provides access to the Arena floor via an exclusive entrance and continues with visits to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Arena, Roman Forum& Palatine option does not visit the Colosseum, it access to Arena floor only.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Verified reviews

4.7
1,304 reviews
All languages
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Shaquina_M

Amazing!

Francesca was an amazing guide. So thoughtful and extremely knowledgeable ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. She took her time abs explained things I didn’t. Know before. Very patient and answered all questions. Also gave a wonderful tip on where to eat for lunch

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Bookings Team C

03/03/2025, 11:03

Thank you, Shaquina! We're so glad you had a fantastic experience with Francesca. She truly knows how to bring history to life while making sure everyone feels welcome. Hope you enjoyed that lunch recommendation too! 😊🍽️

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Robert_D

Amazing!

Great tour with skip the line access to all the major seeings in the Coliseum and surroundings. Tour guide Mariana knows her stuff and provides a lot of detailed background information.

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26/02/2025, 07:38

Thank you, Robert! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and Mariana’s expertise. Skip-the-line access makes it even better! Hope to see you on another tour soon!

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Mark_P

Amazing!

Ivana was an incredible guide! So knowledgeable on all things Colosseum and Rome. Can’t recommend this tour enough. The thoughts of queuing would put me off completely.

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25/02/2025, 07:48

Thank you, Mark_P! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour with Ivana! 😊 Skipping the lines definitely makes the experience even better. Appreciate the recommendation, and hope to see you again in Rome!

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Peter_A

Amazing!

Absolutely amazing! We learnt so much and found it a lot more personal being in a smaller group, there was 13 of us.

The ability to ask questions and a full explanation to that question and our tour guide Francessca was the absolute best, what a wonderful lady, a true Italian, she was just the best!

Regards, Sue & mark from the UK x

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25/02/2025, 07:46

We're thrilled you had such an amazing experience with Francesca! 😊 A small group really does make the tour more personal. She'll be so happy to hear your kind words! Hope to see you again in Rome!

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Simon_D

Amazing!

Absolutely brilliant tour from Ivana who brought to life this brutal but fascinating place - Thank you!

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24/02/2025, 10:41

Thank you, Simon! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Ivana. She truly has a gift for bringing history to life! Hope to see you on another adventure soon! 😊🏛️

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Brendan_M

Amazing!

Felecity, our guide, was fun, animated and extremely informative. We had fantastic tour or the coliseum!

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21/02/2025, 07:51

Thank you, Brendan! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Felicity—her energy and knowledge make all the difference! Hope to see you again in Rome!

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Matthew_G

Amazing!

Great tour covering the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and The Forum in comprehensive and interesting detail. The small group size enables you to take in details and ask the occasional follow up question. The companies communication was excellent (we were slightly delayed, arriving at the tour start time rather than the arranged meeting time and they called twice with directions and to check on our progress rather than just leave us). The guide was helpful friendly and attentive. The enormity of the history, let alone the quantity of things to see shouldn’t be underestimated and this tour helped you take it all in rather than just let it wash over you.

Wear comfy shoes and take water! We will return to Rome and may well retake this tour too. Thank you.

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20/02/2025, 08:37

Thank you, Matthew! We're so glad you appreciated the depth of the tour and our team's communication. Exploring Rome’s incredible history is no small feat, and we’re thrilled the experience helped bring it all to life for you. Great advice on comfy shoes and water! Hope to see you again in Rome!

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Shelly_B

Amazing!

Lots of walking. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring water if it’s hot. Our guide was awesome. Her name was Ivanna:))

Very informative and great history lesson! She knew so much about the sites!

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20/02/2025, 08:29

Thank you, Shelly! Great advice for future travelers! 😊 We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Ivana—her knowledge truly brings history to life. Hope to see you again! 🏛️✨

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_aoifeyoga1

Amazing!

Ivana was our guide & she was fantastic. Friendly and so full of information. I had visited the colosseum before but she brought it alive & i left with lots more knowledge. We then visited the palatine hill & the forum. Excellent, would recommend

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20/02/2025, 08:26

Thank you, Aoife! We're delighted you enjoyed the tour with Ivana. It’s wonderful to hear she brought the Colosseum to life for you! Hope to see you on another adventure soon. 😊🏛️✨

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Carol_R

Amazing!

Guide was very knowledgeable and made the experience come to life. The interior space was very complex and interesting

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18/02/2025, 09:28

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear the guide made the Colosseum tour come to life for you. Hope you left with a deeper appreciation for its history!

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