The Colosseum and the Roman Forum are two landmarks rarely left off any Rome itinerary, but visitors can spend more time queuing outside than exploring inside. This private tour offers skip-the-line access to both and hotel pickup is included.

Private tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum in Rome
Avoid the queues with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum
Great-value tour includes hotel pickup and entrance fees
Choice of morning or afternoon tour
This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Get a fully immersive Colosseum and Forum tour with skip-the-line entry and hotel pickup.

What's Included

Private Walking Tour
Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
Hotel pickup with Sanitized Vehicle (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls)
Skip-the-line Tickets
Arena Access and drop off service (if Luxury Version selected)

Food and drinks

Meeting And Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up from hotel if centrally located (within the Aurelian Walls)

What To Expect

Your tour begins with a morning or afternoon pickup (depending on the option chosen) from your central Rome hotel by your private guide. Set out to explore Rome’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, starting with a tour of the mighty Colosseum.

Using your skip-the-line tickets, gain priority admission to the grand amphitheater and marvel at the spectacular 60,000-seat arena. As you admire the impressively preserved ruins, listen as your guide brings the Colosseum back to life, telling stories of ancient Roman emperors, gladiator games, and wild beast fights.

Continue to the Roman Forum, the grand centerpiece of ancient Rome, where the remarkably preserved temples, basilicas, and public squares offer a fascinating glimpse into Roman life. While you’re there, hear the story of the Lapis Niger, an ancient Latin text housed in the base of one of the columns in the Forum, and visit the Temple of the Vestal Virgins, once home to the virgin priests of Vesta.

Your tour concludes at the Colosseum.

Colosseum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Arch of Constantine

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palatine Hill (Pass By)

Tempio di Vesta (Pass By)

Piazza del Colosseo (Pass By)

Foro di Cesare (Pass By)

Via dei Fori Imperiali (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 18 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues or those using a wheelchair

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 be aware that to enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check
Large bags and backpacks are not allowed
A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for the entrance at the Colosseum, especially when there are reduced tickets.
Be prepared to climb uneven steps and explore an archaeological site - wear good shoes. Anticipate Rome's intense heat in the summer - you may want to bring a small umbrella to block the sun as well as unexpected, sudden rainfall
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Traveler Tips

Make sure your accommodations are with in the pick up zone.

I recommend this tour early in the morning because the crowds were not in the forum and they were just beginning at the colosseum.

Worth every penny and will only be doing private tours from this point forward.

Reviews

5.0

545 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

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Incredible Tour of Colosseum and Roman Forum

Tim_D, Dec 2023

We had a very nice tour with Emanuele. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the subject of our tours and even had a binder of pictures, drawings and renderings of how the Colosseum and Roman Forum looked during their peak. Given his years of experience and Art History knowledge he even had information about subjects that were not technically part of our tour but was more than happy to share with us as we queried him with questions about Roman history and Art. Sometimes guides can move through the tour too quickly to make sure they cover all the topics and subjects, but we never felt rushed and still covered all the major points of interest.. and then some. 10/10 for us. Thanks1

Rome

Margaret_M, Nov 2023

If I could give 10 stars I would Our guide Luigi was the best ! !! and despite the inclement weather we gained tremendous insight to the Colosseum and Forum.

Perfect vist to the Collosseum and Roman Forum.

Aline_B, Nov 2023

I was expecting the Collosseum to be fabulous and it was, but our expert guide brought the Roman Forum to life. Her extensive knowledge and story telling made this experience super special.

Excellent

Jeuarlet_M, Nov 2023

Our guide Gianluca was fantastic! Welll worth the extra cost. vip everything- skipped to all the lines

Un giorno perfetto

Matthew_W, Nov 2023

Orella was an exceptional guide. Very knowledgeable, fun, and attentive. She loves her profession and is great at it

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Matthew, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Orella provided you with an exceptional guiding experience. If you ever plan to explore more, we'd love to have you back for another memorable tour. Thank you for choosing our services, and we hope to welcome you again in the future! Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team

Highly recommend

Michael_H, Nov 2023

Our tour guide Katie is a historian who is very knowledgeable and friendly. She explained the details with pictures and old photos from her iPad made the Colosseum and Roman Forum live again. We had a most wonderful time and experience. Best value for money.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Michael, Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with our fantastic tour guide, Katie! It's wonderful to hear that her expertise and friendly demeanor enhanced your visit. We're thrilled that you had a wonderful time and found it to be the best value for money. We appreciate your kind words and hope you have many more enriching travel experiences with us in the future! Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team

Great history lesson!

Arden_C, Oct 2023

The tour guide is an archaeologist so he was very knowledgeable. Why Nero wanted to build the Colosseum at its current location? Why he decided to make the events free for everyone?

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Arden, We're delighted to hear that you found our tour guide's knowledge impressive, especially with their background as an archaeologist. We take good pride in choosing our guides! We look forward to your next adventure for many more anecdotes and interesting facts about Rome's great past. Looking forward to welcoming you again in the Eternal City! Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team

Excellent Guide!

Jennifer_M, Oct 2023

Our guide, Silvia, was fantastic! Her tour of the Colosseum was very interesting and she happily and easily answered all of our questions. I wish I could give this tour 5 stars, but, through no fault at all of this company, I cannot look back on this day and call it “Excellent”. As we were leaving the Colosseum to head to the Forum, a member of our group experienced a medical emergency. Silvia very quickly alerted security and called for an ambulance. She then stayed as long as she could to act as translator. The driver was very prompt to pick us up before the tour, and was very patient at end, eventually returning 4 of us to our accommodations. Silvia was honestly concerned about us, and continued communications into the evening and the next day, making sure we were all okay. She absolutely went above and beyond and I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Jennifer, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent tour with Silvia. We are thrilled to hear that she provided you with a fantastic tour of the Colosseum and that you found her to be an excellent guide, readily addressing all your questions. We appreciate your understanding regarding the unexpected medical emergency that occurred during your tour. As you rightly pointed out, this situation was entirely beyond our control, and we are relieved to hear that Silvia acted promptly to ensure the safety and well-being of the affected group member by contacting security and arranging for an ambulance. We do regret that an event beyond our control prevented you from rating your experience as "Excellent," but we are grateful for your kind words and positive recommendation. Once again, thank you for choosing us, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future for an experience that meets your expectations entirely. Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Vatican and of course Michelangelo.

Andrew_R, Oct 2023

Our guide had 22 years of experience and a lovely sense of humour. Thank you Patrizia. Her description of the life and work of the artist and of the history of the Vatican was well chronologies Ed and fun.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Andrew, Thank you for your wonderful review! It sounds like you had a fantastic time with Patrizia as your guide. Her 22 years of experience and delightful sense of humor certainly add an extra layer of enjoyment to the tour. If you ever plan to explore more in the future, please feel free to get in touch. We're here to help and ensure you have more great experiences! Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team

Azzurra was our tour...

Jose_B, Oct 2023

Azzurra was our tour guide and she was amazing. She made us feel so welcomed and explained everything so well in spanish. She was also so kind and patient since we had a one year old in our group. Thank you so much, Azzurra!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Jose, Thank you for sharing your experience with our lovely guide Azzurra. It's wonderful to hear that she made your tour so enjoyable and memorable. Her warm welcome, excellent explanations in Spanish, and patience with a one-year-old in your group are all truly commendable. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her, and we hope you have many more fantastic adventures with us in the future! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Exceptional experience

Randy_S, Oct 2023

This was such a wonderful experience! Our driver was prompt and so personable and the vehicle spotless and comfortable. Our tour guide was excellent! She was so knowledgeable and very considerate of our physical challenges. On every level, this was an exceptional value.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Randy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with our driver and our tour guide and thank you for choosing our services! We hope to welcome you back for another fantastic experience in the future! Arrivederci, Eyes of Rome Team

Because a good guide is key - go with Luigi.

Ernst_R, Oct 2023

Taking a private tour with a PhD. archeologist really does make a difference. Luigi was uniquely qualified in this regard - in addition to being an exceptionally pleasant gentleman. Worth every penny...and then some.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Ernst, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that your private tour with our professional guide Luigi exceeded your expectations. Having an expert like Luigi can truly enhance the experience by providing valuable insights and in-depth knowledge. We appreciate your kind words and we hope you have wonderful memories from your tour, and we look forward to serving you again in the future! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Excellent Tour with a Great Guide

Yvonne_M, Oct 2023

This was an excellent tour and well worth the price. The pick-up was on time, and we arrived at the Colosseum to be met by our Guide, Alexandro. He was friendly and welcoming. He was knowledgeable as he had previously worked as an archeologist at Colosseum for many years. He was able to pass on his knowledge in an informative and understandable way. Even though the Colosseum and Roman Forum were crowded, he was able to usher us through the crowds to show us all the important aspects of both sites. We would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Yvonne, Thank you for sharing your wonderful review of your Ancient Rome tour! It sounds like you had an incredible experience exploring the Colosseum and Roman Forum with Alexandro as your guide. His background as a former archaeologist at the Colosseum must have added a unique and insightful dimension to the experience. Navigating through crowded sites can be challenging, but it's clear that he did an excellent job in ensuring you got to see all the essential aspects of both locations. Your recommendation of this tour is much appreciated, and it will undoubtedly help others looking to have a similarly fantastic experience in Rome. We look forward to welcoming you to Italy for more adventures! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Informative and professional tour

Kirk_L, Oct 2023

Our private tour was a highlight in our trip to Rome. We had easy access to the Colosseum and Forum and our guide was very knowledgeable. We were able to go where we wanted and stay as long as we wanted at various stops along the tour. I highly recommend the private tour.

So worth it!

Vanessa_K, Oct 2023

So worth doing the private tour. Our guide (forgot her name 😭) was so knowledgeable and fun! She kept us informed and captivated by the history.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Vanessa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience on your private tour. It's great to know that your guide was knowledgeable and fun, keeping you informed and engaged throughout. After some research, it does appear that your guide might have been Lucilla. We appreciate your kind words, and we'll certainly pass on your positive feedback to her. We hope you'll cherish the memories of your tour and consider exploring more with us in the future. If you ever decide to join us again, we look forward to providing you with another memorable experience! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Must do if in Rome

Ricky_B, Oct 2023

This tour was awesome. We saw and learned things about the Colosseum that we never knew. Our guide, Sylvia, was simply genius. Getting on the floor of the Colosseum and then walking to the Forum past the Palatine Hill was incredible. Private is the way to go. Worth every cent.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Ricky, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience during your tour of the Colosseum with our lovely guide Silvia. It's always wonderful to learn new things and gain a deeper understanding of such a historic site. Getting on the Colosseum floor and then walking to the Forum, with the Palatine Hill in between, must have been a truly incredible experience. We agree that a private tour can be well worth the investment, as it allows for a more personalized and immersive exploration of these ancient wonders. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to have been a part of your memorable journey. If you ever plan to come back to Italy and visit more cultural sites, we're here to help. Thanks again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Amazing, highly recommend

Devon_S, Oct 2023

Guide was amazing, he was very knowledgeable and got us around crowds. The car service was great, I wouldn’t do a tour any other way.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Devon, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with our guide and driver. It's always our goal to provide the best possible experience for our customers, and it's wonderful to know that we were able to exceed your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future. If you have any friends or family looking for a fantastic tour, please don't hesitate to recommend us. Safe travels! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Absolutely worth the cost!

Susan_G, Oct 2023

Our tour guide (Alisa) was knowledgeable and allowed us to spend time where we wanted to. We especially enjoyed hearing about her personal connect to the Colosseum and its history. She showed us images on her ipad that reflect what it would have looked like originally. We loved having a tour guide just for the 4 of us. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Susan, Thank you for taking the time to share your review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our tour guide, Alisa. It's wonderful that she was not only knowledgeable but also accommodating to your interests and preferences. Her personal connection to the Colosseum and the historical insights she shared must have made the tour even more engaging and meaningful. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope you are left with a deeper appreciation for the Colosseum's rich history. If you ever decide to explore more of the city in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. We'd love to welcome you back for more memorable experiences! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Elisa is the best guide for the Coliseum and Forum!

Angela_P, Sep 2023

What a wonderful afternoon with Elisa leading our tour! From the moment we got in the car to meet her, everything was lovely. She’s brilliant, thoughtful and personable in how she takes you around and what she shares. You can tell this tour is her passion. Book her if you can!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Angela, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic afternoon with Elisa as your tour guide. It's clear that her passion for what she does shines through in her thoughtful and personable approach. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another memorable tour in the future! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

Our guide was just...

Mark_K, Sep 2023

Our guide was just excellent. She was full of information and history. She really knew so much about Rome.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with our guide in Rome. Our guides are dedicated to providing in-depth knowledge and ensuring our guests have a memorable and informative tour. If you ever decide to explore Rome or any other destination in Italy with us again, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to serving you in the future! Best regards, Eyes of Rome Team

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