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Rome: Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum Early Morning Private Tour

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Overview

Experience the Colosseum and Roman Forum like never before with this early morning private tour, designed for travelers who value tranquility and exclusivity. Begin your day with access to the Colosseum’s arena floor, where gladiators once stood, offering a perspective of the ancient amphitheater. With fewer visitors in the early hours, you’ll enjoy a serene experience, free from the usual crowds.

Your private guide will then lead you through the first and second levels of the Colosseum, bringing its history to life with stories of battles, engineering marvels, and Roman traditions. Afterward, explore the Roman Forum, the heart of Ancient Rome, where ruins of temples and arches reveal the grandeur of the empire.

This tour combines expert storytelling, early access, and a stress-free experience, ensuring you can discover Rome’s iconic landmarks at their finest. With options for private hotel pick-up and drop-off, it offers comfort and convenience for a truly memorable morning.

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance with Arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Pick Up and/Drop off (if option with meeting point on site is selected)
  • Food & Drinks
  • Palatine Hill Guided Tour
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up and/or drop off only for centrally located accommodations (within the Aurelian Walls). Our driver will be waiting outside your accommodation.

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Via del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Via della Salara Vecchia
00186 Roma RM, Italy

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Colosseum

Start your day with a visit to Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum, entering through a special access point onto the arena floor. Stand where gladiators once fought and take in the awe-inspiring view of this ancient amphitheater bathed in the soft light of early morning. With fewer visitors at this hour, you’ll have the privilege of exploring the Colosseum’s first and second levels in a calm and immersive setting. Your private guide will share captivating stories of epic battles, the lives of gladiators, and the ingenuity behind the amphitheater's construction.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

Continue your journey into the heart of Ancient Rome with a guided visit to the Roman Forum, where history comes alive. Walk through the ruins of basilicas, temples, and arches, imagining life in this bustling center of politics, commerce, and daily Roman life. As the morning sun rises over the ruins, admire key landmarks such as the Temple of Saturn and the Arch of Septimius Severus, while your guide shares fascinating insights into the stories of emperors, senators, and the common people who shaped history.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum Early Morning Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum Early Morning Private Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance with Arena access (valued at €24 per person).
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Pick Up and/or Drop Off with Private Car (if one of the corresponding options is selected).
  • Professional Licensed Blue Badge Private Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Pick Up and/Drop off (if option with meeting point on site is selected).
  • Food & Drinks.
  • Palatine Hill Guided Tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum Early Morning Private Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome: Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum Early Morning Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Colosseum and Roman Forum entrance with Arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Pick Up and/or Drop Off with Private Car (if one of the corresponding options is selected)
  • Professional Licensed Blue Badge Private Tour Guide
  • Pick Up and/Drop off (if option with meeting point on site is selected)
  • Food & Drinks
  • Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.

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