Walk the storied ruins of Rome’s Colosseum with Touriks’ private guided tour. Discover the grit, grandeur, and secrets of ancient emperors and gladiators in the city’s iconic amphitheater and surrounding ruins.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Adequate for most fitness levels; ability to walk and stand for extended periods required.
Wildlife
History
The Colosseum was completed in AD 80 under Emperor Titus and could hold up to 50,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles.
Conservation
Ongoing restoration efforts aim to stabilize the Colosseum and surrounding ruins, using non-invasive techniques to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site for future generations.
Touriks
Walk the storied ruins of Rome’s Colosseum with Touriks’ private guided tour. Discover the grit, grandeur, and secrets of ancient emperors and gladiators in the city’s iconic amphitheater and surrounding ruins.
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.
Book your tour in advance
Private tours fill quickly, especially in peak seasons; secure your spot well ahead of time to guarantee availability.
Bring comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers uneven stone paths and varied terrain through the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Arrive early to avoid crowds
Tours starting close to opening hours encounter fewer visitors, making for a more intimate experience.
Carry water and dress for the weather
Rome can be hot in summer; bring a water bottle and sun protection to stay comfortable.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating cobblestones and uneven surfaces within the ruins.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protects you from intense midday sun during warmer months.
summer
Light rain jacket or umbrella
Useful for occasional wet weather in springtime Rome.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial while walking through Rome’s open-air ruins.