PRIVATE Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill half day tour
Description
This Private Tour is designed for those who want to discover all the highlights of Ancient Rome! Thanks to skip the line access, start with the Colosseum, where exotic animals died to entertain the crowds and gladiators lived and fought for freedom. Find out how the Roman Emperors used spectacles in the Amphitheater to show their power! Climb up to the Palatine Hill, where Romulus and Remus were suckled by the She-wolf and struggled to get the leadership, and where finally Romolus founded the city of Rome. Head to the Roman Forum, the very heart of Rome for centuries, walk along the Via Sacra, where once festivals and triumphal processions took place. Know more about Julius Caesar’s life and death, discovering the Curia Julia, the Senate House, his Temple and where he was cremated more than 2000 years ago... * START TIME is flexible and subject to availability (1 hour before or after set time slot)
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Colosseum, also called Flavian Amphitheatre, is a giant amphitheatre built in Rome under the Flavian emperors. Construction of the Colosseum was begun sometime between 70 and 72 AD and finished in just 8 years.
Arch of Constantine is one of three surviving ancient Roman triumphal arches in Rome. Erected to celebrate Constantine’s victory over Maxentius.
The Arch of Titus is still standing at the entrance to the Roman Forum, commemorating the conquest of Jerusalem in 70 AD by the Roman emperor Titus.
According to ancient Roman legend, the founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus, founded Rome on the Palatine Hill. The Palatine Hill is a four-sided plateau rising 131 feet south of the Forum and 168 feet above sea level.
Roman Forum is the most important forum in ancient Rome, situated on low ground between the Palatine and Capitoline hills. The Roman Forum was the scene of public meetings, law courts and was lined with shops and open-air markets.
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- 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 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.
Reviews(17)
Wonderful experience, cultured and educated, perfect family guide. We visited the entire coliseum with her. My children are very happy; they still talk about her. Highly recommended.
Gracias Nagore por la maravillosa reseña!!! Fue un placer guiarte a ti, Rafael y a tus maravillosos hijos por el Coliseo!! Eres una hermosa familia ❤️
We had the most amazing tour guide. We kept the tour short because we had to grab lunch. She tailored it for us and we had a great time.
Sharde, thank you so much for this raving review! I am happy you enjoyed touring the Colosseum with us. Enjoy your Roman holidays and arrivederci
The tour with Barbara was very good, we had visited Rome several times, but they never explained it so well. He is a person who knows a lot about Rome and his stories are very entertaining, plus he made the tour easy and fast (even though there were many people). I recommend it 100%
Barbara was a pleasure and gave us a very informative tour of the Forum, Palatine and Coliseum (we also toured the Vatican with her). She was passionate, witty, knowledgeable and it was very easy to communicate with in advance of our trip and after to give us travel advice! I highly recommend Barbara
Barbara is a wonderful tour guide who clearly loves what she does, and it shows in every moment. As a lifelong Roman, she has spent her life learning the history of her city, and she shares it in a way that is easy to understand, engaging, and fun. The Colosseum is awe-inspiring on its own, but the knowledge we gained from Barbara enriched the entire experience. The same was true for our visit to the Roman Forum, where her detailed explanations and stories added depth and meaning to everything we saw. During our trip planning, Barbara was always responsive and helpful, answering questions and offering suggestions for additional tours. We ultimately booked four tours with her, and each one became a highlight of our trip. She also guided us smoothly through crowded areas, ensuring we always had the best vantage points. The cost of the tours was absolutely worth it for the insight and understanding we gained. Our time with Barbara came at the beginning of a 54-day Mediterranean journey that included more than 15 guided tours, and hers were by far the best. We highly recommend booking with Barbara—her passion, expertise, and warmth make exploring Rome a truly unforgettable experience.
Barbara is warm, friendly, and shared an abundance of information with her architect restoration degrees and fun wit! She came prepared for our tour at the Colosseum and Roman Forum with photos and navigated the overwhelming crowds and intense heat for us. Highly recommend!
Excellent tour. Covered all the important points regarding the colosseum and the forum. Barbara is a fantastic guide.
We have been to Rome several times, visiting The Forum and Palatine Hill with other tour guides. Although those experiences were great, the tour with Carlo was magical! He is a master storyteller, an extraordinarily well-informed historian and an individual with the energy and enthusiasm to make you never want to end the tour! Thank you Carlo!
Barbara was such a wonderful guide allowing us to see all the highlights of Rome in a single day. Her passion for the city shows through. I can’t recommend her enough if you’re looking for someone to help you see the city.
Barbara was outstanding. Her tour of the Coliseum and The Roman Forum were super informative. She has great commend of the history and detail. She was enthusiastic and interactive.
