Colosseum and Roman Forum: Skip-the-Line Private Tour

Experience a fully immersive Colosseum tour led by an expert private guide, with the option for convenient hotel pick-up.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Colosseum - Explore the Colosseum, one of the grandest structures of the ancient world, where Romans once gathered to witness gladiator contests, wild beast battles, and, as legend has it, naval battles. Learn how this colossal stone amphitheater, which could hold around 60,000 spectators, was constructed in just 8 years. Your guide will share…
What's Included
  • Private Walking Tour
  • Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
  • Arena Access and drop off service (if Luxury Version selected)
  • Colosseum Entrance Fees
  • Hotel pickup with Sanitized Vehicle (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls)
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information
  • 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…
Location
Angelino "ai Fori" dal 1947
Via dei Fori Imperiali
For tour options without transfers, the meeting point details will be communicated via email. Please make sure to check the reminder sent the day before your tour, containing a brief summary of the meeting location and time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Shannon_h
Oct 18, 2025
This is the one to BOOK - This was the very best way to learn about the history at the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Our guide Lena was so knowledgeable and personal. Since it was just the two of us with her, we could ask more details. Getting in first thing in the morning is so helpful because there are less people. Our drivers there and back were fantastic! Maximo picked us up and was able to get us there in time despite the fact that roads were closed due to the Pope arriving. Same for Giovanni was an absolute blast! Again we had a lot of traffic to contend with and he managed us beautifully. I would totally book this again because I’m sure I didn’t get nearly enough photos!
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Tina_s
Oct 13, 2025
Eva was wonderful!!! She... - Eva was wonderful!!! She made our first day in Rome together fun and engaging. We learned so much about the history of the Colosseum and forum. We would highly recommend her for your tours!
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Michelle_d
Oct 12, 2025
Eleonara was fantastic!... - Eleonara was fantastic! We did a private tour and she took time to tailor our coliseum and Roman forum experience. She is incredibly knowledgeable and a great storyteller. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and highly recommend this guide and company.
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German_o
Oct 2, 2025
The Perfect Guide for Exploring Ancient Rome - We had an absolutely fantastic experience with our tour guide during our visit to the Roman Colosseum and Roman Forum. From the start, they were professional, warm, and incredibly friendly, which immediately made us feel comfortable and welcomed. As an archaeologist, their depth of knowledge and passion for the history and culture of Rome was truly remarkable, and they explained everything in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way. What really stood out was how our guide brought the sites to life — weaving together historical facts, little-known details, and vivid storytelling that made us feel like we were stepping back in time. Beyond the tour itself, they also gave us excellent tips and recommendations for exploring the city, from hidden gems to practical advice that really enhanced the rest of our stay in Rome. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Professional, insightful, and personable, they truly made our visit an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend!
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Rcc1217
Sep 25, 2025
Private Colosseum Tour with Alessandro - We did a private tour of the Colosseum and Forum with Alessandro, and he was excellent. Despite the huge crowds, he navigated us smoothly and made the experience stress-free. His knowledge of the history and details of both sites was immense, and he answered every question with patience and depth. On top of that, he happily took plenty of photos for us, which my wife and I really appreciated. The tour felt personal, engaging, and enjoyable from start to finish. We’d highly recommend booking with Alessandro if you want an informative and memorable visit.
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Karyn_m
Sep 24, 2025
Great guide. So... - Great guide. So knowledgeable and friendly. Really taught us so much! Highly recommend! Very special experience !
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Trail500467
Sep 23, 2025
Great tour - We had a wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide (Mirta sp?) on this private tour. The history of the Forum and Colosseum are fascinating.
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Robert_t
Sep 16, 2025
Great Tour! - Wonderful, professional, friendly, knowledgeable tour guide {Alessia). Made the day very educational and enjoyable.
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Lori_m
Oct 1, 2025
No return trip back on your own - The guy was friendly and knowledgeable and was able to Taylor tear our tour to meet our physical needs. The driver was pumped and delivered us to our location. However, did not find out until the night before that there was no return trip to our hotel. Unsatisfactory. I have never been on a trip where I was not dropped off where I was picked up at. However, the world tax is available that that required a lot of walking which I found very troublesome painful and would not book through this. Again. Very disappointed. Found out afterwards that I could have gotten taxis a lot cheaper.
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Brooke_t
Oct 6, 2025
Glad we did it - won't go back - Extremely rich in history but completely over run with tourists. Way too crowded to enjoy. Not sure there are off times but it was exhausting dealing with the amount of people. Couldn't really get that insider feeling.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).