Explore ancient Rome’s heart with a private tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, featuring exclusive archaeological site access.
Explore ancient Rome’s heart with a private tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, featuring exclusive archaeological site access.
- Roman Forum - Start your exclusive tour at the Roman Forum, the political, religious, and social center of ancient Rome. Stroll among temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches as your guide describes the workings of public life during the Republic and the Empire.
- Palatine Hill - Ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and later…
- Roman Forum - Start your exclusive tour at the Roman Forum, the political, religious, and social center of ancient Rome. Stroll among temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches as your guide describes the workings of public life during the Republic and the Empire.
- Palatine Hill - Ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and later the site of imperial palaces. From this vantage point, enjoy sweeping views over the Forum and the Circus Maximus while learning about the ascent of imperial power.
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House of Augustus - subject to availability
As part of the Forum Pass SUPER, the tour may include access to select SUPER archaeological sites, renowned for their exceptional preservation and limited daily capacity.
These may include:
- House of Augustus, the private residence of Rome’s first emperor, showcasing exquisite frescoes and intimate spaces that reflect Augustus’ political vision and personal life.
- House of Livia, traditionally linked to Livia Drusilla, featuring remarkable wall paintings and offering insight into elite domestic life during the early Empire.
Access to SUPER sites is subject to availability and capacity limits set by the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo.
- Roman Forum - Throughout the tour, enjoy stunning external views of the Colosseum, allowing you to appreciate its scale and significance within the broader archaeological landscape. The Colosseum is viewed and explained exclusively from the outside.
- Foro di Cesare - The guided portion of the tour concludes within the archaeological area. Guests may remain inside the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to continue exploring independently until closing time, in accordance with site regulations.

- Admission fees
- Guided explanation of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Private licensed tour guide – 3-hour guided tour
- External viewpoints and historical explanation of the Colosseum (viewed from the outside only)
- Admission fees
- Guided explanation of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Private licensed tour guide – 3-hour guided tour
- External viewpoints and historical explanation of the Colosseum (viewed from the outside only)
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Meals
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Meals
Embark on a journey through the core of ancient Rome with a private guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, featuring access to exclusive SUPER archaeological sites.
Led by a licensed expert guide and including the Forum Pass SUPER, this tour provides a profound and engaging insight into Rome’s political, religious, and imperial past….
Embark on a journey through the core of ancient Rome with a private guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, featuring access to exclusive SUPER archaeological sites.
Led by a licensed expert guide and including the Forum Pass SUPER, this tour provides a profound and engaging insight into Rome’s political, religious, and imperial past.
Tailored for travelers who value quality, insight, and a leisurely pace, the tour blends iconic ruins, imperial residences, and stunning viewpoints. Throughout the tour, participants will enjoy impressive external views of the Colosseum, gaining an appreciation for its magnitude and importance within the expansive archaeological setting.
Following the guided tour, guests are welcome to stay within the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to explore further on their own until closing time.
- This tour does not include entry to the Colosseum
- The Colosseum is viewed only from the outside
- Access to SUPER sites (including the House of Augustus and House of Livia) is subject to daily availability and capacity limits
- On free admission days, SUPER sites may not be accessible
- The Forum Pass SUPER allows one-day access after first entry
- A moderate amount of walking on uneven surfaces is involved
- Operates rain or shine
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.