Step beyond the typical Coliseum visit with Touriks’ private access to the restricted Arena and a guided walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Discover Rome’s imperial heart through an archaeologist’s lens.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
The Coliseum’s construction began in 72 A.D. under Emperor Vespasian and was completed in 80 A.D., representing Roman engineering at its apex.
Conservation
Strict visitor limits and ongoing preservation efforts aim to protect these ruins from wear, ensuring they endure for future generations.
Touriks
Step beyond the typical Coliseum visit with Touriks’ private access to the restricted Arena and a guided walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Discover Rome’s imperial heart through an archaeologist’s lens.
Touriks is a Rome-based tour operator located in Roma, Lazio that specializes in guided cultural and archaeological experiences across the city and Vatican area.
Specializing in in-depth guided visits of St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, Touriks offers semi-private, private, and small-group formats that include dome climbs, visits to the underground grottoes, and guided exploration of St. Peter’s tomb.
The company also guides visitors through Rome’s subterranean heritage, including Roman Catacombs, the underground temples of San Clemente, and other proto-Christian basilicas. Selected catacombs tours include private transfer options noted in tour descriptions.
Touriks’ program includes a broad range of Rome itineraries: Colosseum underground and arena tours, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walks, Pantheon and Navona Square visits with access to underground sites, Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus visits, Trastevere walks with subterranean sites, and guided visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the Borghese Gallery.
Individual tour descriptions emphasize major artworks and architectural highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the mosaics of St. Peter’s, and Bernini’s design of St. Peter’s Square. Touriks is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its Rome tours are listed with factual itineraries and booking details.
All tour listings state location, format, and options so travelers can select dome climbs, underground grottoes, transfers, or private and small-group experiences when available.
Location
Roma, Lazio
Based in Rome, Italy
Group Options
Private & Small-Group
Private, semi-private and small-group tours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Highlights
Basilica to Catacombs
Tours from St. Peter’s to undergrounds
Select a St. Peter’s Basilica tour, dome climb, catacombs visit or Colosseum experience and secure a guided Rome itinerary that fits travel style.
Arrive Early
Get to the meeting point at Fontana del Colosseo at least 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete check-in and security procedures.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect uneven stone paths and some walking through open-air ruins, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a water bottle, especially in warmer months, since much of the tour is outdoors with limited shade.
Bring Valid ID
Travelers under 18 must carry a valid passport or ID to join the tour.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating stone paths and archaeological sites.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated during outdoor portions is crucial, especially in warmer months.
summer
Lightweight rain jacket
Quick protection from occasional showers while touring outdoor ruins.
spring|fall
Sunhat and sunscreen
Protects skin and eyes from strong Mediterranean sun during midday.
summer