--- title: Premium Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Private Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 280 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.52 reviews: 50 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [de, ru, en, it, fr, es] rank_in_category: 113 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/premium-colosseum-palatine-hill-roman-forum-private-tour/ --- # Premium Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** A private tour led by an archaeology specialist rather than a general guide, through the Colosseum, the Forum and the Imperial Palace ruins on the Palatine, with direct reserved entry. Entry ticket and reservation fee are included at €280 per person, tips and hotel transfers are not. Names must match ID on the day. ## Overview Step into the heart of ancient Rome on this premium Colosseum tour, led by a specialist in archaeology who will bring the past vividly to life. As you explore the mighty Colosseum, hear gripping tales of gladiators, emperors, and the spectacles that once filled its grand arena. Journey through time as your guide leads you through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, home to the impressive ruins of the Imperial Palace. With expert commentary, you’ll uncover the hidden details and historical significance of each site—from ancient temples to the Senate House, where legends like Julius Caesar once walked. This immersive experience offers more than a tour—it’s a true connection to the power, politics, and people of Rome’s glorious past. ## Key facts - Price: from €280 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.52/5 from 50 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Anno Domini Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Private tour - Professional guide - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Direct entrance with reservation - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup - Hotel drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (2h; admission included) - The Flavian Amphitheater - The Colosseum 2. **The Triumphal Arch of Constantine the Great** (5m) 3. **Roman Forum** (1h; admission included) - The Roman Forum Archeological area 4. **Palatine Hill** (1h; admission included) - The Palatine Hill Archeological area ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10 start times between 08:30 and 16:30 - 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 Meet your guide outside the Tourist Info Point on Via dei Fori Imperiali corner with Via del Tempio della Pace. Your guide will be holding a sign saying "ANNO DOMINI" Closest Metro - B Line - COLOSSEO. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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. ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#113 of 140** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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