Empire and Power: The Colosseum & Roman Forum (Private Tour)

Highlights

  • Walk through the Roman Forum

  • Learn about the fascinating history of the Roman Empire

  • Explore the iconic Colosseum where gladiators fought

  • Hear stories about some of the empire's greatest emperors

  • Climb up Palatine Hill and enjoy the spectacular views

Summary

Discover all about the Ancient Romans as you walk through the Roman Forum and Colosseum

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Metro Colosseo, Rome, Lazio, IT

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

On this three-hour tour, you will time travel back 2,000 years and visit sites that were of significance to the Roman Empire and do as the Romans do.

* Take a step back into history and walk through the **Roman Forum**. 
* Learn about the fascinating history of the Roman Empire. 
* Hear stories about some of the empire's greatest emperors, like Julius Caesar and Augustus Caesar, and stories of its' cruelest emperors: Nero and Caligula. 
* Explore the iconic **Colosseum** where gladiators fought to the death.

Walk through the **Roman Forum** where you will come across remnants of magnificent temples, law-courts, palaces and marketplace, while your guide informs you of daily life in the heart of the Roman Empire. The tour will eventually lead you to **Palatine Hill** – the birthplace of the Roman Senate, and where Rome’s Emperors lived and ruled from. You will then discover the famous **Colosseum**, where you will learn more about this ancient amphitheatre; the Gladiators; and why violence was such a fundamental part of everyday Roman life.

What’s included?

  • Skip-the-line entrance tickets to the Colosseum and Roman Forum

  • A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group

  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places

  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way

  • Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point

Things to know

Before you book

  • Please bring comfortable walking shoes

  • Kids under 4 are free

Before you go

  • Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time

  • Please bring waterproof clothing in case it rains

  • In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

About operator:

Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners