Express Colosseum - Private Guided Tour with a Top-Rated Guide
At a glance
Express Colosseum - Private Guided Tour with a Top-Rated Guide is a 1h private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by LivTours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 166 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $125.98 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 1 hour express tour, Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person), expert private tour guide.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 166 travellers
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Step into the world of ancient Rome and follow in the footsteps of Roman citizens and legendary gladiators on this express Colosseum experience.
With reserved entrance tickets and your own private guide, bypass the long tourist lines and enter the iconic amphitheater through its towering arched passageways. As you explore the Colosseum’s impressive 1st tier, your guide will bring the ancient arena vividly to life through fascinating stories and historical insight.
For centuries, the Colosseum has stood as a symbol of the power, ambition, and culture of the Roman Empire. Despite earthquakes, centuries of neglect, and the dismantling of its marble, this extraordinary monument continues to inspire visitors from around the world.
What's included
What's included
- 1 hour express tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
- expert private tour guide
- 1st and 2nd tier access inside Colosseum
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Timed-entry tickets
Not included
- food and drink
- gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Discover Italy's most treasured archeological site. Your expert private guide provides you with all of the history and anecdotes of this ancient time.
The express format of this experience is designed for those who prefer a shorter tour, without compensating time spent visiting the Colosseum. After experiencing the Colosseum, you are free to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your leisure.
Meeting point
In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B).
PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Express Colosseum - Private Guided Tour with a Top-Rated Guide take?
The experience lasts about 1h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $125.98 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
1 hour express tour; Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person); expert private tour guide; 1st and 2nd tier access inside Colosseum; Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person); Timed-entry tickets.
Where does it start?
In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B). PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 166 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
