About Colosseum Private Tour

For an exclusive and unforgettable experience of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, a private tour of the Colosseum is the ideal choice. With the expertise of a professional tour guide, your time in ancient Rome will be well spent and you will come away not only with a deeper understanding of ancient Rome but an entirely new appreciation for the ancient Romans and their way of life.

This private tour includes skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. During this 3 hour tour you will see the major highlights of the monuments as well as the hidden details of the site that most visitors miss. With just yourself and a local guide, you will truly have a VIP experience of the Colosseum like no other.

The beauty of choosing a private tour of the Colosseum lies not only in the depth of knowledge you will receive but in the flexibility of the itinerary. The tour can be tailored to your needs and the guide can spend more time in areas that you find particularly interesting. A Colosseum private tour is a great option for families with children that are studying the Ancient Roman Empire as well as for those with limited mobility that might fall behind during a group tour.

For visitors that are keen to visit the Colosseum’s restricted areas, a private tour can also accompany you to the Colosseum Arena Floor or Colosseum Underground (the underground portion may be presented by a Colosseum staff member). With a private guide, the tour of the Colosseum is a relaxing and enjoyable experience. You won’t have to worry about large groups or waiting on other travelers.


Taking a private tour of the Colosseum is a wonderful way to explore the hidden treasures of Ancient Rome and its history at your own pace!

Tour Highlights


  • Your Colosseum private tour can include what interests you most! Choose an option with access to the Colosseum Arena Floor or Colosseum Underground. The beauty of booking a private tour of the Colosseum is that you can personalize the itinerary to the areas and topics you want.
  • Explore the fascinating history of Ancient Rome with your own private tour guide. The official guides of Rome are tried and tested so they are guaranteed to know their history. You can rest assured that you will have a professional Colosseum VIP tour.
  • Be ready for history to come to life as your guide details the gladiator battles and wild animal spectacles that took place in the Colosseum. Known as the “100 Day of Games,” the emperors spared no expense to entertain the Roman citizens.
  • Climb the Palatine Hill and explore the ancient remnants of the emperor’s palaces as you enjoy beautiful views of the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum. Choosing a Colosseum Private tour allows you to explore more of the Ancient City than you normally would on a standard group tour.
  • Dive into the layers of history that cover the Roman Forum and get a glimpse into the daily life of its ancient inhabitants. Your guide will be able to go into detail about ancient Roman life as you explore what remains of the temples.
  • Soak up the atmosphere and the history from your personal tour guide as you stroll past broken columns, triumphal arches and impressive facades. The Roman Forum is by far one of the most picturesque places in Rome.
  • Skip-the-line tickets mean you only have to wait through a small security check - no ticket lines at all! And by opting for the Colosseum VIP Tour you will have the ease of wandering through the ancient monument without the hassle of a big group.

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