--- title: Private Tour of the Colosseum with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 339 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 45 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 58 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-13 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/private-tour-of-the-colosseum-with-roman-forum-palatine-hill/ --- # Private Tour of the Colosseum with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill **Guidekin's take:** A private walk through the archaeological park with a guide to yourself, from the Colosseum steps to the emperors' palace on the Palatine, in depth rather than in a hurry. Entry ticket, reservation fee and taxes are included at €339 per person, transport and food are not. Uneven, unpaved ground throughout. ## Overview Enjoy an in-depth experience in the Ancient City and get the know the stories behind the world famous ruins in the Roman Forum, the Palace of the Emperors on the Palatine Hill and Rome's most iconic site, the Colosseum. Nothing compares to the experience of climbing the steps of the Colosseum, exploring the cobbled streets of the Roman Forum, or admiring the stunning views of Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill. For anyone interested in history or culture, a private walk through the archaeological sites of Ancient Rome is an unforgettable experience. Our guided tour will allow you to make sense of this labyrinth of arches, columns and temples: as you explore the most important sites of the ancient city with your expert guide, the pieces of the puzzle will come together - allowing you to see Rome through the eyes of the Romans. This 3 hour itinerary has been specially designed for visitors with limited time in Rome, perfect if you’ve got a plane to catch! ## Key facts - Price: from €339 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 45 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Through Eternity Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) - Headsets (for groups of 6 or more) - All Fees and Taxes - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. - Expert, English-Speaking Private Guide ## Not included - Transportation to and from the meeting and end points - Gratuities (optional) - Food and Beverages ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h; admission included) - Included: -First level -Second level 2. **Roman Forum** (1h; admission included) - You will visit: -The temple of Saturn -The Basilica of Maxentius -The Arch o Septimius Severus -The Flavian Palace -The Stadium of Domitian 3. **Arch of Constantine** (pass by, no stop) - view from the colosseum 4. **Arco di Tito** (pass by, no stop) - - 5. **Tempio di Saturno** (pass by, no stop) - inside the Roman Forum 6. **Tempio di Romolo** (pass by, no stop) - Inside Roman Forum 7. **Palatine Hill** (1h; admission included) - limb up with your guide for a beautiful view over the Circo Massimo ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 16 start times between 08:15 and 16:00 - 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 front of the Cafe/Restaurant Angelino ai Fori, Largo Corrado Ricci, 43a. Your guide will have a Through Eternity sign/flag. ## 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 - Please advise during the booking process if there are any travelers with mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you. - 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 be advised that this is a walking tour and the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill form part of a large archaeological park with uneven walkways and many unpaved areas. Comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended. - 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. - Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes. ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#58 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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