Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The masterpiece of one of the world's largest empires, the Colosseum is an incredible sight and a must-visit part of any trip to Rome. Join us on this small-group, expert-led tour of the Colosseum and the remains of the ancient city that surround it, and learn everything there is to know about one of the greatest cities on Earth.
Your friendly and professional guide will delve into the mystery that shrouds the Colosseum's great games and take you on a journey around the luxurious Palatine Hill, where the emperor’s built their sprawling palaces, and the elite of the city lived.
The Forum was the centre of all Ancient Rome, the home of the Senate House, towering temples, and grand buildings. Now it may mostly be ruins, but your guide will rebuild it with their stories and knowledge. Prepare to be transported back to the hustle and bustle of the empire.
*Note: We will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on the time of tickets we can purchase*
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Headphones available
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Passionate storytelling. Theres' plenty of history to learn
Licensed, historian guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Small-Group, personalised experience
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Departure Point
Via di San Gregorio, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Please meet us in front the Arch of Constantine. Your guide will be holding a Yellow Carpe Diem Rome flag.
Please arrive 10 minutes prior. Late arrivals will not be eligible for refunds.
Please also ensure to check local Covid-19 regulations before attending.
Return Details
Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
The Ticket will finish inside the Roman Forum where you can continue to explore at your own pace.
Via di San Gregorio, 00186 Roma RM, Italy The famous arch shadowed by the Colosseum. Here we will meet, and then we'll begin the tour. 10 minutes
Colosseum, Rome, Italy Following your expert guide, hear fascinating stories of gladiators, naval combats, gruesome games and all of the people who watched them right here in the Colosseum. From emperor to plebian, everyone visited this most famous amphitheatre, and now you can too! Your guide's stories will bring the whole marvel to life.
*Please note we will start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on the time of tickets we can purchase.* 60 minutes
Roman Forum, Rome, Italy Walk the Via Sacra and the Via Nova and weave around towering temples and ornate arches, see the Senate House and the remains of the Rostra - and learn all about the ancient city’s political, social and commercial heart.
Discover all about the great Julius Caesar - and where he died - and a whole host of other facts from your expert guide. 30 minutes
Palatine Hill, Rome, Italy Discover the birthplace of one of the greatest civilisations in history and explore the ancient ruins of the Imperial Palace, surrounded by towering pine trees and spectacular views of the Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum below. Only the wealthiest and most influential people in Rome lived on the Palatine, and now, with the help of your expert guide, you get to learn all about them! 30 minutes
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
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 note we will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on the time of tickets we can purchase.
Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of the month. Tours are discounted on these days.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
judifisher
25 Jun 2022
How old the buildings are when back in the day there were no machines .
The history of it and to actually be in a place where we only see it in the movies ????
722harleya
20 Jan 2020
Brilliant, knowledgeable guide, lots of charisma and lots of fun. Highly recommended when visiting ancient Rome!
Romy F
22 Nov 2019
What a great way to see Rome - so fun AND informative! Even my husband, who usually gets very grumpy when sightseeing, was having an absolute blast thanks to Bruce!
Bruce is such a charming and funny guide, dont miss him on your next trip to Rome!
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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