Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, children are welcome but must carry valid ID if under 18 and be able to walk for the duration.

What is the meeting point for the tour?

The tour starts at the green kiosk to the right of the Colosseo metro station exit.

Are there any stairs or difficult terrain?

There are uneven surfaces and some stairs; comfortable shoes and moderate mobility are recommended.

Will I need to bring my own tickets?

No, your booking includes skip-the-line access and exclusive entry directly to the arena.

What happens if the tour is canceled due to weather?

You will be offered an alternative date or a full refund in case of cancellation from bad weather.

Can I take photos during the tour?

Yes, photography is allowed and there are great opportunities from inside the arena and on Palatine Hill.

Colosseum & Roman Forum Private Tour by Touriks, Rome

Standing at the edge of Piazza del Colosseo, the colossal outline of Rome’s ancient amphitheater dominates the urban landscape. Touriks offers a rare chance to step beyond the usual visitor paths with their Tour Privato dell'Arena del Colosseo e del Foro Romano, a three-hour experience that shows the Colosseum—and surrounding ruins—from a gladiator’s vantage point. Starting at Fontana del Colosseo, the tour grants exclusive access to the arena floor itself, a privilege unavailable to standard ticket holders. Here, under the open Roman sky, you can tread the very ground where epic contests played out, guided by a professional archaeologist who brings to life stories of brutal games, political spectacle, and engineering marvels.

This isn’t just about the Colosseum’s imposing exterior; it’s an intimate encounter with its inner structure, from the hidden “Porta Libitinaria” gate to the complex underground passages where gladiators awaited their fate. Afterward, the journey continues to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill—once the heartbeat of imperial power. The path winds through centuries-old ruins of temples, basilicas, and marketplaces where ordinary citizens and emperors walked. At Palatine Hill, visitors glimpse the legendary spot tied to Romulus and Remus and enjoy sweeping views of Rome’s ancient core, including the Circus Maximus and the towering Colosseum itself.

Touriks stands out in Rome’s crowded tour scene by combining restricted-access entry, expert archaeological narratives, and small group settings that avoid the crush of mass tourism. This creates a vivid, grounded experience connecting visitors with the ingenuity and grit of Roman civilization. Whether fascinated by history, architecture, or the raw drama of gladiatorial combat, this private tour invites you to see Rome’s iconic landmarks through a fresh, insider lens.

Located at Fontana del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy, this experience blends outdoor walking and immersive history in one of the world’s most legendary ancient arenas.