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Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ancient Rome with this exclusive guided tour. Begin your journey by accessing the majestic Colosseum. Your expert guide will take you through the stories of gladiators, emperors, and epic battles as you explore the first and second tiers. Take advantage of the special access to the Arena Floor to walk on the same ground where gladiators once fought, gaining a unique perspective of the amphitheater.
Continue your tour in the heart of Roman political and social life: the Roman Forum, the nerve center of the empire, where temples, basilicas, and the Arch of Titus were erected. Finally, ascend Palatine Hill, the founding hill of Rome, to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the ruins that once housed the emperor's residence. This immersive experience in Ancient Rome is designed for a high-quality service.
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Important - Offer
Special discount available for bookings made between 03/15/2026 and 05/15/2026, for travel throughout 2026. Take advantage of this limited-time offer!
Additional Information
● Customers must arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Tours will start exactly on time. Late arrivals will not be tolerated and will not be entitled to any refund, even partial
● Colosseum tickets are nominative and non-transferable. The first and last name entered in the booking must exactly match the document presented on the day of the visit (ID card or passport). In case of discrepancy, access may be denied by the monument and the booking cancelled without refund
● All passengers must present valid documentation on the day of the tour
● It is mandatory to correctly complete the details of all passengers: full first name(s) and surname(s), date of birth, and nationality. The details entered in the booking cannot be edited; name or data changes are not allowed once the booking is closed. A cancellation and new booking will be required, subject to availability
● The date of birth is necessary to correctly identify adult, child, and infant categories. Nationality is especially required for special fares for European Union citizens aged between 18 and 25, when applicable
● All passengers, including children and infants (even if traveling free of charge), must be included in the booking and present valid documentation on the day of the visit. Children must always be accompanied by at least one adult
● Access to the Colosseum is subject to mandatory security checks with metal detectors. Although groups have access through a dedicated line, waiting times may vary depending on the season and visitor numbers
● Passengers with pacemakers must present a certificate to avoid going through the security screening
● For security reasons, drones, large backpacks, suitcases or wheeled luggage, sharp objects, weapons, glass bottles, alcoholic beverages, aerosols, and trekking poles are not allowed. Only small bags or backpacks are permitted. The Colosseum does not provide cloakroom or luggage storage services
● The itinerary and tour route may be modified according to daily operations or monument regulations
● Important: official tickets are not issued at the time of booking and depend directly on the availability and allocation of the Colosseum. For this reason, the monument may modify entry times, access points, or routes when issuing the tickets. If it is not possible to confirm the visit on the selected date or time, an available alternative will be offered
● Please note that the tour itinerary may vary depending on the daily schedule: you may visit the Colosseum first and then the Roman Forum, or vice versa
● Respectful clothing is required for the Sistine Chapel: please ensure your shoulders are covered and avoid very short shorts. If necessary, disposable ponchos are available for purchase at the entrance for only €1
● This tour operates rain or shine
● All our tours have guaranteed departures, with no minimum number of participants required
● We love pets, but for safety reasons and museum regulations, pets are not allowed on our tours and activities
● Guests requiring wheelchair accessibility may find this group tour challenging. To ensure a barrier-free experience with alternative routes, we recommend booking the private version of this tour
● Please note that the itinerary inside the Vatican Museums may vary depending on restrictions imposed by the museum board. The guided visit will conclude in the Sistine Chapel. St. Peter’s Basilica is not included in this visit
● Entry to the Vatican Museums is based on strictly timed tickets. For this reason, access cannot be guaranteed for late arrivals
● The Vatican Museums enforce a mandatory dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered, otherwise entry will not be permitted
● For security reasons, portable chargers (power banks) are not allowed inside the Vatican Museums. Please leave them in the designated storage area at the entrance, where they will be safely stored and available for collection after your tour
● From April until October 24, the combo duration is 9 hours (including a 2 h 30 min break to travel from the Vatican to the Colosseum on your own)
● During the rest of the year, the combo duration is 7 hours (including a 1 h 15 min break to travel from the Vatican to the Colosseum on your own)
● COMBO Tours consist of 2 or more individual tours combined at a special discounted rate. Unless otherwise specified, the guide’s service ends at the conclusion of each individual tour
Inclusions
✔ Professional English-speaking tour guide
✔ Guided walking tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum
✔ Access to the first and second tiers of the Colosseum
Exclusions
✖ Tickets, photos, souvenirs, gratuities, food and drinks, except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other service not specified
✖ Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided
Meeting Point
Meeting Point: Tourist Hub & Cooking School, Via Quattro Novembre, 139 00187 Rome.