Itinerary

1. 3-Hour Ancient Rome Private Tour Itinerary

   • Begin the tour at the Colosseum with your private guide providing an introduction to the monument’s history.

   • Explore the massive amphitheater, learning about its architecture, underground tunnels, and the spectacles that once entertained 50,000 spectators.

   • Hear stories of gladiators, wild animal hunts, and the role the Colosseum played in symbolizing the power of the Roman Empire.

   • Walk through the arches and seating areas, imagining the roar of the ancient crowds.

   • Proceed to the Roman Forum, once the political, commercial, and religious hub of Rome.

   • Visit the ruins of temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches while your guide shares tales of senators, generals, and orators.

   • See highlights such as the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and the Curia, where the Senate met.

   • Gain insight into daily life in ancient Rome as you walk the same paths used by Roman citizens two thousand years ago.

   • Ascend Palatine Hill, considered the birthplace of Rome and the legendary home of Romulus.

   • Explore the remains of imperial palaces once inhabited by emperors such as Augustus and Domitian.

   • Stroll through courtyards and gardens while learning about the luxurious lifestyle of Rome’s elite.

   • Enjoy breathtaking views overlooking the Roman Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other.

   • Conclude the tour with a deeper understanding of the myths, history, and power that shaped ancient Rome.