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VIP Tour of the Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill by PhD Guide

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About this activity

Choose a fantastic journey in Rome: you will see Ancient Rome come back to life! Thanks to this tour, you will discover the Colosseum and its surrounding area in a unique way. Your tour guide is an expert archaeologist that will share his knowledge and passion with you. Through the stories of ancient Rome, you will admire historical palaces and gardens, be able to spot hidden details and learn amazing facts about culture, art and architecture. Pick this tour and you will have an incredible experience!

Highlights

    What's included

    • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access included)
    • Blue Badge guide
    • Local guide
    • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
    • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
    • Professional archaeologist guide

    Not included

    • Food and drink
    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Colosseum

      You will meet your private guide in front of the Colosseum Metro Station exit . Thanks to this tour you will discover the Colosseum and its surrounding area in a unique way. Enter the Colosseum, the most important amphitheater in the world, and explore the arena and the seating area with your guide. It will be interesting to find out how the spectators spent their time and how the gladiators fought.

      1h 30mAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Palatine Hill

      Surprise yourself with the breathtaking view and see the surviving mosaics and frescoes in the Emperor's Palace, sitting at the top of Palatine Hill.

      45 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    3. Roman Forum

      Your top rated guide will show you the Roman Forum. Admire the ruins of the Senate House, the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Triumphal Arches, and other government and religious buildings.

      45 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    Just outside the Colosseo metro station, ground level. At the newsagent in front the COLOSSEO subway station exit - ground level (there is only one, just opposite the monument). Street address is: Piazza del Colosseo, 23. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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    Product code
    100767P1

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