Catacombs, Colosseum and Roman Forum Private Tour
Overview
No visit to Rome is complete without a visit to the Roman Colosseum. As one of the most recognized landmarks in the world, the Colosseum stands today as an iconic symbol of ancient imperial Rome. Commissioned in 72 AD by emperor Vespasian and completed by his son Titus in 80 AD, the Colosseum has withstood devastating earthquakes, fires, and stone-robbers over the centuries. Despite being in near constant use for over 1900 years, the structure is incredibly well preserved.In 1980, the historic center of Rome including the Colosseum was added as a UNESCO World Heritage site and in 2001 was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the world. Roman law prohibited burying of the dead inside the old city walls, for sanitary reasons.
The first Christians, rather, maintaining that they should be ready for the Resurrection, were not cremated but buried in the underground caves, dug in tufo or lava stone.
The first Christians, rather, maintaining that they should be ready for the Resurrection, were not cremated but buried in the underground caves, dug in tufo or lava stone.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal
- Private professional guide inside Coliseum and Roman Forum
- Entrance tickets in the Colosseum (Ground Floor) and Roman Forum
- Entrance tickets in the Catacombs (any one open depending on opening days)
- Professional Vatican guide inside the Catacombs
- Entry/Admission - Roman Forum
- Entry/Admission - Colosseum
- Entry/Admission - Catacombs of Saint Callixtus
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Rome Italy
Rome's Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world, is another one of those items for the bucket list.
Voted by 90 million people in a survey 2007, the Colosseum has become one of the New Wonders of the World. It was evaluated by a team of experts - led by the former UNESCO Director General, Federico Mayor - as a masterpiece of unquestionable value, loved by the Romans and by the rest of the world. The Flavian Amphitheater, built by the Emperor Vespasian, was the venue for the games that took place in ancient Rome. Very famous were the gladiator fights, usually performed slaves or prisoners of war, trained with the aim of ferociously and bravely fighting in order to regain their freedom.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Roman Forum, Largo della Salara Vecchia 5/6, 00186 Rome Italy
The Roman Forum for centuries was the ancient Romans' point of reference in terms of the law, religion, and social life. Also known as Forum Magnum or simply Forum, it was located in the little valley between the Palatine Hill and the Campidoglio.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, Via Appia Antica 110, 00179 Rome Italy
Visiting the catacombs means undertaking a journey through subterranean Rome, where one can discover the gallery of tunnels in which first the pagans, then Christians buried their dead. Fascinating places that narrate ancient Roman customs and traditions, more than 60 catacombs and thousands of tombs exist in and around Rome. The Roman catacombs were constructed along the ancient Roman roads (viae consulares) - Via Appia, Ostiense, Labicana, Tiburtina, and Nomentana. Only five catacombs are open to the public today: San Callisto, San Sebastiano and Santa Domitilla in the Appia Antica zone, and Priscilla and S.Agnese in the area of Nomentano-Salario.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Rome Italy
Rome's Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world, is another one of those items for the bucket list.
Voted by 90 million people in a survey 2007, the Colosseum has become one of the New Wonders of the World. It was evaluated by a team of experts - led by the former UNESCO Director General, Federico Mayor - as a masterpiece of unquestionable value, loved by the Romans and by the rest of the world. The Flavian Amphitheater, built by the Emperor Vespasian, was the venue for the games that took place in ancient Rome. Very famous were the gladiator fights, usually performed slaves or prisoners of war, trained with the aim of ferociously and bravely fighting in order to regain their freedom.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Roman Forum, Largo della Salara Vecchia 5/6, 00186 Rome Italy
The Roman Forum for centuries was the ancient Romans' point of reference in terms of the law, religion, and social life. Also known as Forum Magnum or simply Forum, it was located in the little valley between the Palatine Hill and the Campidoglio.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, Via Appia Antica 110, 00179 Rome Italy
Visiting the catacombs means undertaking a journey through subterranean Rome, where one can discover the gallery of tunnels in which first the pagans, then Christians buried their dead. Fascinating places that narrate ancient Roman customs and traditions, more than 60 catacombs and thousands of tombs exist in and around Rome. The Roman catacombs were constructed along the ancient Roman roads (viae consulares) - Via Appia, Ostiense, Labicana, Tiburtina, and Nomentana. Only five catacombs are open to the public today: San Callisto, San Sebastiano and Santa Domitilla in the Appia Antica zone, and Priscilla and S.Agnese in the area of Nomentano-Salario.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
- Security checks (like airport) is obligatory for everyone entering the Colosseum
- According to the Vatican regulation the entrance in the catacombs is organized in groups.
- People with claustrophobia may find this tour difficult under the catacombs
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
Chan
July 2023
Our tour guide gave us a VIP tour of the Colosseum with in depth knowledge of this historical site. Thank you for making it so special for us!
Our tour guide gave us a VIP tour of the Colosseum with in depth knowledge of this historical site. Thank you for making it so special for us!sofandhertravels
July 2023
The Catacombs, Colosseum, and Roman Forum were some of the landmarks that we were so excited to see when visiting Rome. The private tour of each was phenomenal and so insightful! We learned so much history while being taken care of through the private transport between locations and while on the ...
The Catacombs, Colosseum, and Roman Forum were some of the landmarks that we were so excited to see when visiting Rome. The private tour of each was phenomenal and so insightful! We learned so much history while being taken care of through the private transport between locations and while on the tour. What an amazing experience!Karen_B
June 2023
Rosanna was an incredible tour guide. So much knowledge, fun personality, great communication and an all around fantastic day
Rosanna was an incredible tour guide. So much knowledge, fun personality, great communication and an all around fantastic day