Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Private Tour

Travel back to the age when Rome ruled the known world and Ancient Rome shaped the course of history. This private experience is designed to immerse you in the places where emperors governed, gladiators fought, and the fate of an empire was decided, allowing you to walk through history with depth and meaning.

Led by an expert private guide, this journey transforms stones and ruins into powerful stories. Through engaging narration and historical insight, the ancient city gradually reveals itself, turning monumental remains into scenes filled with ambition, spectacle, and daily life.

The experience begins at the Colosseum, the most enduring symbol of Rome’s imperial might. Standing before its immense arches, you are invited to imagine the thunder of the crowd and the intensity of the spectacles that once took place inside. Your Colosseum Private Tour focuses on the monument’s extraordinary scale and design, while your guide explains how it functioned and why it became such a potent symbol of Roman power and entertainment.

From the amphitheater, the walk continues into the Roman Forum, once the true heart of the city. This was where political decisions were made, religious rituals unfolded, and public life was lived every day. Following the ancient Via Sacra, you trace the same route once used by triumphant generals, moving through a landscape shaped by authority and ceremony.

Among the ruins, you encounter some of the Forum’s most meaningful sites, including the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and the House of the Vestal Virgins. Each location reveals a different aspect of Roman society, from state finances and military victories to sacred traditions that governed daily life. These spaces carry the weight of choices that influenced the destiny of Rome and far beyond.

The journey then rises to the Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of the city and the most prestigious residential area of Ancient Rome. Along its shaded paths, you explore the remains of imperial palaces once inhabited by rulers such as Augustus and Domitian. From its panoramic terraces, sweeping views open over the Forum and the Circus Maximus, offering a powerful perspective on the scale and organization of the ancient capital.

This private tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill offers a deeply personal encounter with Rome’s past. It reveals both the grandeur of empire and the human stories behind it, creating a lasting connection to the world that once defined history.

• Limited Access for wheelchair users on this itinerary (contact us to customize your experience)

• Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required for safety. Access to the Colosseum may be denied without proper footwear.

• Please ensure you bring a valid photo ID or passport. Colosseum staff will perform checks, and access may be denied if the names on the tickets do not match the identification provided.

• For security reasons all visitors are screened at the entrance and bags are checked with metal detectors and opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the entrance inspection.

• It is not possible to bring large bags or backpacks, as well as bulky bags and trolleys to the sites. (only small or medium flat bags). Tripods are not allowed.

1. Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
2. Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.