Recently Viewed
Ancient Rome Tour: Explore Iconic Ruins and Colosseum
5.0
26 Ratings
Roma
Explore Ancient Rome’s iconic ruins, underground sites, and exclusive Colosseum access on a full-day walking tour. Immerse yourself in history with expert guides.
Explore Ancient Rome’s iconic ruins, underground sites, and exclusive Colosseum access on a full-day walking tour. Immerse yourself in history with expert guides.
Duration:
7 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Rome - Visit the Mamertine Prison
- Rome - Explore the Palatine and Forum with Super Sites
- Rome - Discover Forma Urbis
- Rome - Stroll to Celio & enjoy a lunch break
- Basilica of San Clemente - Embark on an adventure into the mysteries of underground Rome at the San Clemente Basilica! Explore the magnificent 13th-century church…
- Rome - Visit the Mamertine Prison
- Rome - Explore the Palatine and Forum with Super Sites
- Rome - Discover Forma Urbis
- Rome - Stroll to Celio & enjoy a lunch break
- Basilica of San Clemente - Embark on an adventure into the mysteries of underground Rome at the San Clemente Basilica! Explore the magnificent 13th-century church of San Clemente, and uncover the fascinating layers of archaeology beneath. Venture into the expansive subterranean 4th-century church, adorned with 9th-century frescoes. Descend further to a shadowy and intriguing pagan temple dedicated to Mithras… and continue down to explore a 1st-century house!
- Colosseum - Stand where gladiators once prepared to face over 80,000 spectators. Uncover the history of the exhilarating games, wild beast hunts, grand theatrical performances, and legendary gladiatorial battles.
What's Included
- Santa Maria Antiqua
- Imperial Forums to Trajan’s Column
- Domus Tiberiana (exhibition rooms)
- Basilica of San Clemente
- Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (SUPER Sites)
- Aula Isiaca and Loggia Mattei
- Mamertine Prison
- House of Augustus or Livia
- Archeological Park of Caelian Hill
- Free time for lunch (lunch not included)
- Private Guide and Tickets to All Venues
- Forma Urbis
- Santa Maria Antiqua
- Imperial Forums to Trajan’s Column
- Domus Tiberiana (exhibition rooms)
- Basilica of San Clemente
- Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (SUPER Sites)
- Aula Isiaca and Loggia Mattei
- Mamertine Prison
- House of Augustus or Livia
- Archeological Park of Caelian Hill
- Free time for lunch (lunch not included)
- Private Guide and Tickets to All Venues
- Forma Urbis
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience the captivating lifestyle of the Ancient Romans and their remarkable legacy by spending a day retracing their steps through the awe-inspiring and atmospheric ruins of their iconic monuments on this Private Full Day Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour.
This tour will guide you through the Forums, the Imperial Palaces, and some exceptional sites…
Experience the captivating lifestyle of the Ancient Romans and their remarkable legacy by spending a day retracing their steps through the awe-inspiring and atmospheric ruins of their iconic monuments on this Private Full Day Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour.
This tour will guide you through the Forums, the Imperial Palaces, and some exceptional sites where you’ll encounter stunning frescoes, statues, and ancient treasures.
Visit the Mamertine Prison, where Saint Peter was held, and explore the newly opened Forma Urbis and the Celio Hill. Delve into the underground archaeology of San Clemente Basilica, including a 2nd Century Mithraic Temple, and conclude with an intriguing tour of the Colosseum.
Proud to be an Accredited Tour Operator of the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo.
- All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in the denial of entry to the site.
- The itinerary described above is a suggested order and indication of the various experiences. These may slightly vary according to the day of the week and ongoing restoration efforts
- Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter
- The house of Augustus is closed on Monday and the House of Livia is closed on Tuesday. All other days of the week both are open. If you prefer to see one or the other, please book accordingly and inform your guide at the start of the tour.
- Tours run rain or shine. We recommend coming prepared if rainy weather is expected
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- Lunch is not included in the price of the tour
Location
Colosseum
Piazza del Colosseo
Varies. Our Operations team will promptly communicate to you your meeting point. IMPORTANT: You must bring photo ID for Colosseum entry.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(26 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Dakotadairyman
May 24, 2025
Extraordinary tour , thank you! - We took tours all over Italy and our best and most informative was the Ancient ruins and coliseum tour with Matteo. He was very knowledgeable and made the experience.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Frankcl5321bm
May 21, 2025
Best way to see Rome! - Matteo was very knowledgeable about all the sites. He let us enjoy all the sites and take it all in. He found all the shade spots so we weren't burning under the sun. Amazing time going back in time.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
V4160lmsydneyw
May 20, 2025
Loved it! - We had the best time with Valentina! We learned so much and got to see so much! We never would have been able to do everything without her.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Timtj453mr
May 12, 2025
Rome in a Day - Donata our guide was wonderful. Just the right amount of fun and information. The sight were fantastic. Especially the Collesium and the Forum. Lunch at an authentic trattoria was delicious.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
B6152uqjoshg
May 12, 2025
Xander was the best guide we could have asked for - Xander was great and would highly recommend! He is very knowledgeable of all historic sites. He also gave us great recommendations on where to go for dinner and drinks after our tour. We we definitely be using Xander again on our next visit
Review provided by Tripadvisor
J7268fbryank
Apr 28, 2025
Knowledge, passion, friendly - Serena was amazing! Her historical knowledge, humor, and passion for what she’s doing made our tour the best! We strongly recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Amandawu5397af
Apr 11, 2025
We loved our long day in Rome because Barbara is the best! - Barbara was our guide for the VIP Rome in a Day Private Tour, and we could not have been happier to spend the long day with her! She was fun to be with, and she did a great job of keeping us moving but also comfortable. One member of our family injured her foot the night before the tour, and Barbara accommodated her needs and was careful to keep us all together and safe.
Her knowledge of the Roman sites was both deep and wide. Her background in anthropology made her tour not only factual but thoughtful, as we considered why the ancient world looked the way that it did. She helped us see connections between different cultures and how the city has evolved over 2,800 years and impacted surrounding cultures.
Contrasting other guides we witnessed in the busy sites of the Vatican and the Colosseum, Barbara remained engaged with us, answering our particular questions and soon tailoring our tour to fit our interests. She also advocated for us, getting us to the front of long lines, helping us move through crowds, and organizing a wonderful lunch reservation that nourished us for the second half of the day and kept us on schedule.
My husband and I have done similar tours in other parts of the world, and she is truly the best guide we've ever had.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
T4949zuheatherm
Mar 22, 2025
Rome full day - Matteo was a wonderful tour guide and perfect historian for our day! We had a great experience learning all the details.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
209ashtonw
Jan 1, 2025
Colosseum Tour - She was incredible knowledgeable and kind. I gained a new respect for the area. She made the most mundane things interesting.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Lucasmm2112ya
Dec 28, 2024
Ancient Rome Tour with Marco. Book Marco!! - We had Marco as a tour guide and wow he was absolutely amazing. He is literally a history book you can ask him anything and he will know the answer and the history behind it. Very friendly and funny. Book with him you won’t regret it!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
