Ancient Rome and Colosseum Tour - Semi-Private

Discover the wonders of Ancient Rome with a Top-rated Guide | Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an intimate group of up to 6-8 people | Entry Tickets included!

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Type: Ancient Rome Tours
Duration: 3 hours
Departure:  8:30 am | 9:30 am | 1:30 pm | 3:00 pm (depending on season)

From €140

Departure:  8:30 am | 9:30 am | 1:30 pm | 3:00 pm (depending on season)
Language: English
Duration: 3 hours
Type: Ancient Rome Tours
Cancellation Policy

  • 80% refund for cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the tour date
  • 40% refund for cancellations made between 29 and 7 days prior to the tour date
  • 20% refund for cancellations made between 6 and 2 days prior to the tour date
  • No refund for cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the tour date or in the event of a no-show

Tour Description​

Our Ancient Rome and Colosseum Semi-Private Tour takes you to the heart of the Eternal City, offering a fun and immersive experience.

Gain direct access to the Colosseum and uncover the secrets of the iconic spectacles that captivated the Roman audience: gladiatorial combats, animal hunts, mock naval battles, and much more.

Walk through the Roman Forum, surrounded by the symbols of an empire that dominated the world for centuries. Marvel at its monumental temples, triumphal arches, public squares, courthouses, and the Senate. Come face-to-face with the power of Rome, the mystery of its gods, and the political intrigues of its rulers.

Finally, climb to the top of Palatine Hill, to the very spot where the legendary Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC. From there, enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding area, stretching from the Circus Maximus to Capitoline Hill and beyond.

We'll guide you through the history of Rome in an engaging, accessible way. Join us!

Itinerary
  • Colosseum (first and second tiers)
  • Roman Forum (Via Sacra, Basilica of Maxentius, Arch of Titus, Julius Caesar's grave site, Temple of Saturn, House of the Vestals)
  • Palatine Hill (remains of the Imperial Palaces, Domitian Stadium, terrace view of the Circus Maximus)
Pricing details

Adult (18+): € 140
Youth (13-17): € 120
Child (4-12): € 100
Infant (0-3): free

Services
  • English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Entry Tickets (valued at €18 per person)
  • Agency Fee
  • Taxes
  • Transportation (available upon request)
  • Gratuities
Meeting point​
You Local - Colosseum Meeting Point
Colosseo Metro Station
Important information​

This tour is not wheelchair accessible;

A good level of physical fitness is required, as the itinerary involves considerable walking and uphill sections. Additionally, the terrain at the archaeological sites can be uneven and slippery;

The entry tickets are personalized. Full names and birth dates of all participants must be provided at the time of booking. Once purchased, the tickets are non-modifiable and non-refundable;

Each visitor must present a valid ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill;

A minimum of 3 participants is necessary to get the tour started. If the number is not met, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund;

The order of the sites visited varies depending on the time of the Colosseum entry tickets;

Our tours operate rain or shine. In the event of bad weather, no refund will be provided;

Cancellation terms
  • 80% refund for cancellations made 30 days or more prior to the tour date
  • 40% refund for cancellations made between 29 and 7 days prior to the tour date
  • 20% refund for cancellations made between 6 and 2 days prior to the tour date
  • No refund for cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to the tour date or in the event of a no-show
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From € 140

Departure:  8:30 am | 9:30 am | 1:30 pm | 3:00 pm (depending on season)
Language: English
Duration: 3 hours
Type: Ancient Rome Tours
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My Travel Monkey
23 October 2026
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We had such a fun day exploring tjhe Colosseum with our guide Simona. She made the whole experience interesting and fun for us, and we learned so much. Much more than we would have done on our own. Afterwards, the boys really got stuck into gladiator school, where we dressed up, learned fighting skills and faced off in a mini arena. My youngest said it was the best day ever! I’d highly recommend You Local Rome if you’re coming to the city with family. It’s a great way to bring history to life and have fun all at the same time!
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Buranda1
23 October 2026
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Fantastic food tour We did a Trastevere food tour with the brilliant Daniele and loved it from start to finish. Not only did we get to try some delicious treats including suppli and cannoli but we learned so much about the area, the great spots to go to and got to wander local markets. If you’re a foodie and want to get an idea of where to go definitely choose this tour. Daniele was a great guide.
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Donna McHale
19 October 2026
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Tour was as described, wry professional, knowledgeable, local guide (Alessio) that spoke very good English. Very impressed with overall experience.
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Robert_C
7 October 2026
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Very knowledgeable guide... Very knowledgeable guide with great information. The entry process was easy but the radios we used through the museum were spotty so we had a tough time hearing the guide.
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Catherine_M
4 October 2026
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Highlight of Rome. Don’t miss Very interesting tour. The history explained was great. Flavia was a fantastic guide . It was supposed to be small group of eight and was just the two of us

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