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Skip-the-line Private Tour of the Colosseum Forums Palatine Hill & Ancient Rome

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Overview

After meeting your guide, admire all the most famous sites of Ancient Rome in just one tour.

This very special guided tour makes the ruins come alive and takes you back to the Roman Empire led by our expert and entertaining historians, with the help of  visual tools and monuments' reconstructions you'll be catapulted to Ancient Rome life. Walk through the Forum and climb the Palatine Hill with this unique visit you'll have all the attention of your guide as this private  tour provides a more intimate experience.

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Private tour
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

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What To Expect

Colosseum

The tour begins from the entrance of the Colosseum. The largest Amphitheater in the Roman Empire, "the Flavian Amphitheater", this was the original name ff the Colosseum, It featured 80 entrances and a capacity of more than 50,000 spectators.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

After a complete visit of the Colosseum you will reach the Forum, the guide will then take you to the forum, the main square of Ancient Rome. Here you will visit the Senate House, the Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Saturn, the Altar of the Divine Julius Caesar, the Temple of Gemini, the Basilica Emilia, the Arch of Septimius Severus and much more.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

The tour will end on the Capitol hill that housed the temples of the most important Roman Gods. Here you will see the beautiful square designed by Michelangelo and the Statue of Marcus Aurelius.Using graphic reconstructions and great visual tools your guide will take you through a memorable journey back to Ancient Rome. This private tour ensure the best experience while visiting one of the most impressive attraction of Rome. 
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • 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.
  • Social distancing has to be maintained

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).Private tour.Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.Local taxes.Professional art historian guide.Local guide.Blue Badge guide. The following is NOT included: Gratuities. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.85 out of 5 stars based on 33 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (5)

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Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Private tour.
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Local taxes.
  • Professional art historian guide.
  • Local guide.
  • Blue Badge guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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 Skip-the-line Private Tour of the Colosseum Forums Palatine Hill & Ancient Rome 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 Skip-the-line Private Tour of the Colosseum Forums Palatine Hill & Ancient Rome 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

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Private tour
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Local taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Local guide
  • Blue Badge guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • 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.
  • Social distancing has to be maintained
  • The customer has to bring their own mask
  • 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.

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