--- title: Colosseum & Ancient Rome for Kids Private Family Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 245 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 280 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: With children? rank_in_category: 5 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-14 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-for-kids-private-family-tour/ --- # Colosseum & Ancient Rome for Kids Private Family Tour **Guidekin's take:** The private family version: a guide trained for kids, interactive booklets, quizzes and games through the Colosseum and Forum, aimed at primary school age. Entry and reservation fee are included at €245 per person, with a 5 rating across 280 reviews. Booklets are in English only, and start times can move with ticket slots. **With children?:** For ages five to ten, choose Colosseum Tour for Kids: private Colosseum and Forum games, minimum two, at €245 per person; 5 from 280 reviews. Trade-off: Forum guided; Palatine not on the guided route. (last checked September 13, 2026) ## Overview Our Private Family Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome is a fun and interactive way for families to experience one of Italy's most greatest treasures. The tour is designed to get children and adults alike excited about history! We believe that each tour is a great opportunity to engage and learn with your kids, and foster their natural curiosity. Armed with interactive booklets, quizzes and games, everyone will enjoy an exciting exploration of the spectacular Colosseum and the ancient Roman Forum with your private expert family friendly tour guide. Your personal guide will take the helm on this thrilling journey through the Colosseum, tracing the path of ancient gladiators. ## Key facts - Price: from €245 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 280 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: LivTours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) - Professional and Expert Family Guide - 1st and 2nd tier access inside Colosseum - Smooth entry to all sites - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Ancient Roman Forum - Interactive booklet for the whole family - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. ## Not included - Food and Drink - Gratuities (optional) ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h; admission included) - Before you begin your tour, each child will receive a bag with an interactive booklet and other useful gadgets that will make them truly feel like little archaeologists. Follow your guide and begin your journey through ancient Roman history! Your tour will begin at one of the... 2. **Roman Forum** (1h 30m; admission included) - The impressive Roman Forum is an explorer’s paradise and your interactive booklet will help you learn the stories of “downtown” Rome. Climb over ancient ruins and even drink from genuine Roman fountain! The history of this site is sure to appeal to children and adults! Our... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:15, 09:00, 10:15, 13:15, 15:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B). PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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. - Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. - Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability. - The interactive children’s booklets are only made in English. - This activity booklet is designed for children from ages 5 – 10 years old. ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#5 of 140** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour](https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) — 4.99 (1264) 2. 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