--- title: Colosseum & Ancient Rome - Private Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 175 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 62 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, it] rank_in_category: 35 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-private-tour/ --- # Colosseum & Ancient Rome - Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** A private guide who uses graphic reconstructions and three dimensional models to show the Colosseum as it looked with the awnings up and the crowd in, before a walk through the Forum. Entry tickets and reservation fee are included at €175 per person, tips are not. Listed as wheelchair accessible, and names must match ID at the gate. ## Overview Visit the must-see symbol of Rome: the Colosseum! Discover the 2000-years-long history of fights to the death, exotic animals' hunts, amazing shows and bloody executions of the greatest monument of Rome. Thanks to graphic reconstructions and 3D models, our guide will show you the spectacular atmosphere of the largest amphitheater in all the Roman Empire! After learning the secrets of the gladiators, you'll discover more about everyday life in Ancient Rome by taking a walk in the Roman Forum, the very heart of the old city. Follow the steps of Roman Emperors, Senators, Vestal Virgins and common citizens to see shreds of ancient ruins coming back to life as great temples and amazing arches of triumph, thanks to modern reconstructions and the wise words of our passionate guide! Top it off with the wonderful view over Rome from the panoramic terrace of the Palatine Hill, where the city was born and Roman Emperors used to live in marvelous palaces. You'll leave with plenty of amazing pictures and a mind full of knowledge about Ancient Rome! Please note that the travellers will need to show an ID with photo and date of birth at the entrance controls. ## Key facts - Price: from €175 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 62 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Blue Cat Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Private Guided Tour - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. - Entry Tickets ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h 15m; admission included) - Visit the must-see symbol of Rome: the Colosseum! Discover the 2000-years-long history of fights to the death, exotic animals' hunts, amazing shows and bloody executions of the greatest monument of Rome. Thanks to graphic reconstructions and 3D models, our guide will show you... 2. **Roman Forum** (1h 15m; admission included) - Follow the steps of the Roman Emperors returning from victorious battles along the ancient Via Sacra and admire the triumphal arches of Constantine, Titus and Septimius Severus, discovering the stories and curiosities hidden in their marvelous reliefs. Once in the Roman... 3. **Palatine Hill** (30m; admission included) - Top it off with the wonderful view over Rome from the panoramic terrace of the Palatine Hill, where the city was born and Roman Emperors used to live in marvelous palaces. You'll leave with plenty of amazing pictures and a mind full of knowledge about Ancient Rome! ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10 start times between 09:30 and 13:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point In front of the Colosseum Metro Stop right by the newsstand and the water fountain, on the street level of the Colosseum (not above). The guide will have a sign with your name on it. Please note that the tickets are timed-entry and non-refundable (if you arrive late it is not possible to enter). ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present ID documents 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 ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#35 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. [german-colosseum-and-roman-forum](https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) — 4.98 (682) 3. 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