--- title: Private Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour - Top Rated Guide lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 350 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 149 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 16 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/private-colosseum-ancient-rome-tour-top-rated-guide/ --- # Private Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour - Top Rated Guide **Guidekin's take:** A private three site tour with an official guide, audio equipment and office support, picked for people who want the standard Colosseum, Forum and Palatine route without sharing the guide. Entry to all three is included at €350 per person, tips are not. No arena or underground, and it is listed as wheelchair accessible throughout. In our comparison: #16 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Step into the iconic Colosseum in Rome for a truly immersive experience with a top-rated guide, and join your exclusive private group. Explore the first and second tiers of the Colosseum, the world’s most famous amphitheater, as you hear vivid stories of emperors, gladiators, games, ancient Roman entertainment, and discover the incredible engineering behind the structure. The journey then continues to the Ancient City, where temples, imperial palaces, Senate houses and public spaces reveal the power of the Empire. ✦ Tailor-Made Experience ✦ Family & Kids Friendly ✦ Expert-Led Tour ✦ Curated Visual Materials ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is at the Arch of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 19 start times: between 08:00 and 17:00 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €150: ages 2 to 4 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €350 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 149 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Living Rome Tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Italian - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 19 start times between 08:00 and 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.96 from 149 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 148 of 149. - 5 stars: 146 (98%) - 4 stars: 2 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise clear history and friendly guiding; an isolated complaint concerns too little time inside the Colosseum. **Praised:** - Clear, detailed explanations of Roman history - Stories and anecdotes that help visitors picture ancient Rome - Friendly, personable guiding that keeps visitors engaged - A comfortable pace with time for questions and photos **Complaints:** - No recurring complaint emerges from these reviews Written by Guidekin from the 91 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2026-03-23 to 2026-09-19); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - ✦ 1st and 2nd tier access inside Colosseum - ✦ Entry/Admission - Palatine Hill - ✦ Audio Equipment to Hear the Guide Clearly - ✦ Entry/Admission - Roman Forum - ✦ Entry/Admission - Colosseum - ✦ Official Professional Guide and Passionate Storytelling - ✦ Assistance from the Office ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h 30m; admission included) - Start your experience with reserved access to the Colosseum, one of the most iconic monuments in the world. Walk onto the arena floor, where gladiators once fought and spectacular events unfolded, and admire the impressive structure from a unique perspective. Continue to the... 2. **Palatine Hill** (30m; admission included) - Climb up the breathtaking Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and once the most prestigious residential area of the ancient city. Stroll among the ruins of imperial palaces and enjoy marvelous views overlooking the Roman Forum while discovering the stories of... 3. **Roman Forum** (30m; admission included) - The tour continues through the magical Roman Forum, the heart center of the bustling city of Ancient Roman Empire. Walk along the ancient roads where senators, emperors, and citizens once gathered, and admire the remains of temples and public buildings that shaped the history... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19 start times between 08:00 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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 The meeting point is at the Arch of Constantine. The guide will be waiting with the agency’s sign "Living Rome". The guide’s phone number will also be provided in case of any emergency. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn8yMY7ZhLxMRoGckLEOtWZU ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €700 | €350 | | 4 | €1036 | €259 | | 6 | €1314 | €219 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours start at €4 per person. ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 132** | €350 | 3h | 4.96 (149) | private | | [Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour](/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared | | [German Colosseum and Roman Forum](/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared | | [Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/?format=md) | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | shared | Ranked #16 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €1500, median €115; typical length 2h 30m. 41 of 132 are private. 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