--- title: Private Tour of the Colosseum, Roman forum & Palatine hill with Arena Floor lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 960 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.64 reviews: 91 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [de, ru, pt, en, it, fr, ro, es] rank_in_category: 112 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/private-tour-of-the-colosseum-roman-forum-palatine-hill-with-arena-floor/ --- # Private Tour of the Colosseum, Roman forum & Palatine hill with Arena Floor **Guidekin's take:** A private guide and arena floor access with the Forum and Palatine thrown in, for people who want the gladiators' entrance without a group around them. Arena ticket, fees and taxes are included at €960 per person, food and drinks are not. The booking cannot be changed or refunded once made, so be sure of the date before you commit. ## Overview Spend a few hours exploring Rome’s Colosseum on this private guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide, access to this nearly 2,000 year old amphitheater and learn about the spectacles and gladiatorial contests once held there. Visit the arena floor, then enjoy complimentary entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. ## Key facts - Price: from €960 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.64/5 from 91 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Enjoy Rome - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Russian | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | Russian | - | | spanish | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish | - | | Italiano | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian | - | | Romanian | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | RO | - | | Portuguese | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | Portuguese | - | | german | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | German | - | | english | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | french | €960 / person (for 2+ people) | French | - | ## What's included - Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person) - All Fees and Taxes - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Private live Guide - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. ## Not included - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (45m; admission included) - One of the most iconic sites of Rome, the Colosseum is a must-see on any trip to the Eternal City. Enjoy the views from the different tiers of the Colosseum as your guide entertains you with stories of gladiator fights and spectacles. Enjoy special access to the arena floor... 2. **Roman Forum** (1h; admission included) - Your small-group tour continues at the Roman Forum, home to the many ruins that once formed the centre of activity in Ancient Rome. Wander the streets once walked by Emperors as you marvel at the incredible preservation of temples, villas, and arches. Let your imagination... 3. **Arco di Tito** (15m; admission included) - Marvel up-close at the tremendous Arch of Titus, erected on the main street of the Roman Forum in the first century AD. Learn about Emperor Domitian’s construction of the triumphal arch to commemorate the victories of his father and brother, Titus. Admire its spectacular... 4. **Palatine Hill** (1h; admission included) - Complete your Ancient Rome experience as you climb the Palatine Hill. One of the seven famous hills of Rome, the Palatine is particularly revered for its mythical importance as the origin of the city. Now, visitors can enjoy the spectacular sweeping views from the hill,... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 13:00 - 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 Please meet us at our office at Via delle terme di Tito 93. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Kindly insert full name for all participants at you party. Please note that the names not included in the list will not gain access to the Colosseum. Please bring a valid identification card or passport. - 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 note that your reservation is not refundable in case of modification or cancellation. - 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. ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#112 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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