Relive the glory of Ancient Rome on this 3 hour truly small-group tour, led by an expert and professional guide. We limit our small groups to ONLY 6 people, ensuring a semi-private experience and a friendly environment to interact with your guide! Skip the long lines and enjoy an Access-All-Areas tour of Rome’s mighty Colosseum, including parts usually restricted to visitors with a regular ticket. In this tour, you will be able to explore the subterranean underground chambers of the Colosseum, where the wild animals were held and the gladiator prepared before battle. You will also stand in the very area where the bloody gladiator battles once took place and saw unparalleled views: the Arena floor. As you stand there and see the same view the gladiators once saw, imagine hearing the roar of the crowds that must have welcomed them. Then, climb up the gorgeous Palatine Hill for breathtaking views, and descend into the Roman Forum, which you will explore thoroughly with your expert guide.
Posted By : Lisa_A
This was a great tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome. Our guide, Paula F, made it very interesting for both adults and teens with information and stories from the ancient times. She was lovely, knowledgeable, funny and knew the great picture spots (and restrooms!). The tour hit all the important highlights of the Colosseum (underground, arena and second floor tier) as well as the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in just the right amount of time..not too long, not too short. The tour company was easy to work with and clearly communicated the meeting spot. We didn’t realize we were supposed to meet at 9am instead of 9:15 but it all worked out. Would definitely recommend this tour. A great experience for a good price.
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Posted On : 2024-02-22 15:22:30
Posted By : Thomas_F
Having an archeologist lead our small group was more than I expected. Learned a lot and saw sights that the walk in tourist would miss.
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Posted On : 2024-02-22 09:26:42
Posted By : 354stephenw
We paid for the full tour ( underground). It was worth the price, getting to start at the bottom and work your way up.
Good tour guide, takes you through the Forum first.
Skipping the line is good as the Qs are huge.
Only negative is that the gift shops close at 3.30 when the place is still busy, love Italians but they don’t know how to run a business
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Posted On : 2024-02-21 09:32:15
Posted By : madisonwI319IZ
Had a wonderful tour with Sara! My partner and I have studied Rome for years and Sara still blew us away with her knowledge. 10/10 tour, interesting, informative and answered all of our many questions. Would definitely recommend to any level of history lover.
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Posted On : 2024-02-20 06:37:51
Posted By : E6542JGcourtneyw
Serafina was terrific. Super knowledgable and engaging. The 6 person group size was well worth the money and the underground portion of the tour, while combined with other groups, so cool!
Most of the time was spent at the Coloseum, the rest at Palatine Hill/the Forum. I could have spent even more time at the Coloseum and just done a quick walk through the rest and been happy. There is so much more restoration work that has been done at the former compared to the latter. Beautiful views from the top of the hill though!
In February, for us it rained and most of this tour is outdoors, without coverings. Highly suggest those visiting in rainy months bring an umbrella - once you're inside the ticketed areas, there is not an opportunity to find/purchase one. (Guides might consider buying large packs of cheap ponchos to give/sell to attendees on days like that. Would make the tour much more enjoyable in the event of inclement weather!)
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Posted On : 2024-02-20 06:05:02
Posted By : RWardMiller
We had an amazing tour for our family with Dennis. This was our second time doing this tour - we loved it so much last year that we brought our kids back to do it again. Dennis was exceptionally knowledgeable and his passion for the topic made it great for our kids. The lower entry access is amazing and the small group size makes the tour a very special experience!
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Posted On : 2024-02-18 10:40:38
Posted By : 16rjt
Highly recommend this tour if you want to see as much of the Colosseum as possible. Our tour guide Dennis was very knowledgeable and really brought the historical sites to life.
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Posted On : 2024-02-18 10:14:17
Posted By : Mistie N
Great tour and our guide, Dennis, was fantastic. His extensive knowledge and great personality just added to the amazing experience of seeing these historic sites. I would definitely recommend this tour and this guide!!!
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Posted On : 2024-02-18 05:46:42
Posted By : Patty_V
Eleanor was wonderful. Her knowledge and personality made for an excellent tour! We would book again with this company
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Posted On : 2024-02-18 05:41:07
Posted By : wamiehoffman
The tour was excellent. Our guide Dennis Sama was full of knowledge and shared important and relevant stories about the history of the Coliseum
And Roman Forum. We learned so much and really enjoyed learning about the history and connections to Ancient Rome. The tour was supposed to be semi private but was only myself and daughter. I recommend Liv Tours and Dennis!! Book this tour. A highlight for sure. Very professional and fun.
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Posted On : 2024-02-16 18:33:18