Private Colosseum Tour with Gladiator Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Hill
Description
Take a trip back in time to ancient Rome on our private tour of the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine hill, including an exclusive visit to the awe-inspiring amphitheatre’s arena floor. Strap on your sandals and follow in the footsteps of the gladiators as we relive the bloody spectacles that left ancient Roman audiences spellbound: in the company of an expert archaeologist you’ll learn all about the drama of the deadly ancient games, and have the chance to walk out onto the arena floor to see exactly what the gladiators saw almost 2,000 years ago. Our in-depth exploration of ancient Rome will continue in the fascinating Forum, the beating heart of the classical city. Conclude your tour in the evocative ruins of the nearby Palatine hill, where generations of Roman emperors lived in palaces of unimaginable luxury.
Tour Options
Itinerary
From the arena stage, one can see the 3rd, 4th and 5th level (top level) of the Colosseum
See the old Roman senate, Temple of Saturn, Arch of Septimius Severus, Arch of Titus & Via Sacra
See the Flavian Palace.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
- As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- 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 advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- 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.
Reviews(13)
Eugenia was an excellent guide and it was a wonderful introduction to the history and grandeur of Rome!
This was our second Private Tour with Through Eternity and we felt that it was well worth the money if you can do it! With the private tour we navigated crowds with agility and found quiet spots (in the shade!) to discuss the various sights. The private tour allows for a back and forth conversation that just cannot happen on a group tour. Santi provided insights throughout the tour. And he was quick to help us and watch out for our needs which I am so grateful for!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Through Eternity Tours again! It means a lot to us that you returned for a second private tour and found the experience to be well worth it. One of the greatest advantages of a private tour is exactly what you described—the flexibility to move comfortably through busy sites, find quieter spaces to pause and reflect, and enjoy meaningful conversations along the way. We're especially pleased to hear that Santi helped make your experience so memorable. His knowledge, attentiveness, and genuine care for his guests are qualities we greatly value, and we're delighted that you felt supported and looked after throughout the tour. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thank you again for your trust in us, and we hope to welcome you back for a third adventure the next time you're in Rome!
We had an outstanding experience with Through Eternity Tours during our private Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill tour. Our guide, Gracelyn Monaco, was exceptional. She was incredibly patient with our family of 8, including our younger children, and did a fantastic job keeping both the kids and adults engaged throughout the entire experience. Her knowledge of Roman history, the Colosseum, gladiators, the Forum, and Palatine Hill was excellent, and she explained everything in a way that was informative, engaging, and easy to follow. She also handled our group wonderfully when we needed a bathroom break and moved a little slower than expected, even generously extending the tour by about 20 minutes so we never felt rushed. The tour was one of the highlights of our time in Rome. We would highly recommend Gracelyn and Through Eternity Tours to anyone visiting the Colosseum and Forum, especially families traveling with children.
Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that your private Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill tour was such a highlight of your time in Rome. Gracelyn Monaco will be thrilled to know how much her patience, warmth, and expertise contributed to your family’s experience. It’s especially lovely to hear how well she balanced engaging both the children and adults, and made Roman history come alive in such an accessible and enjoyable way. We’re also glad her flexibility and care helped ensure the tour remained comfortable and stress-free for everyone in your group. Thank you for recommending both Gracelyn and Through Eternity Tours. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you and your family again on another adventure in the future!
Thomas Robinson was our tour guide and he did an amazing job explaining all that we were seeing. We were so impressed with not only his knowledge, but his ability to tie everything together. Could not recommend more!
Highly recommend purchasing the private tour. Our guide, Eugenia is very knowledgeable, happy to answer questions and makes sure you get to see and learn about the best of the best.
Our guide, Gracelyn Monaco was fabulous! Highly recommend. She was very personable and relatable to my 13 year old son. She knew where we needed to be and helped us navigate through the large crowd to the location spot for the special underground tour. We did several tours with different companies throughout Italy and she made this one special! I would definitely use Through Eternity Tours again and ask for her specifically next time I’m in Rome!
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled Gracelyn made your tour special and connected so well with your son. Navigating Rome’s crowds is no small feat, and we’re glad she guided you smoothly. Grazie mille for the recommendation—she’ll be ready for your next adventure in Rome!
Our tour guide was very attentive to the different kid 's ages in our group. She was very engaging , and made the tour very enjoyable.
It's great to know that she made the tour enjoyable for all! We hope to welcome you on another Through Eternity adventure soon!
Franchesco was our guide. I've been here twice before. We saw and learned more than both times combined. Unfortunately we did not get to the underground as originally requested due to colosseum limits but they refunded the difference.
We're glad Francesco made your visit more informative than your previous ones. We're sorry about the underground tour issue, but we're glad the refund process was smooth. We hope to welcome you on another tour, including the underground areas, in the future.
Excellent!! Our tour guide was amazing. Very very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!!! Outstanding. Learned so much.
Thank you for your enthusiastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your tour guide provided such an outstanding experience with their extensive knowledge. We're glad you learned so much and highly recommend the tour. We look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent adventure with Through Eternity!
This was the highlight of our time in Rome. And it was all thanks to our guide, Gracelyn. She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, so friendly, and just a joy to spend several hours with. Splurging on a private tour for such a vast and complex part of Roman history was the right move. Thank you for the priceless memories!
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for acknowledging what a remarkable guide Gracelyn is. We are honoured to hear that this tour was the highlight of your time in Rome. Our Private Tours are designed to provide our clients with the most exciting and customisable experience, and we are happy to hear that yours was so wonderful. Thank you as well for being a delightful client, it was a pleasure being part of your journey in the Eternal City of Rome!
