Epic Colosseum & Ancient Rome: Skip-Line VIP Tour
The ancient glory of Rome is reborn! Skip the Line at three of the most significant surviving remnants of the Eternal City: the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Your English-speaking expert historian tour guide will share anecdotes and history throughout the 3-hour tour, rebuilding the impressive ruins with tales of Ancient Rome’s heyday.
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morganhG2083HY, 12/6/2025 6:10:36 AM
This tour was absolutely fantastic! Amy (Amil) was an incredible tour guide who brought the experience to life through engaging (and entertaining!) stories, weaving in the history in a memorable way. I’ve been to the Colosseum once before and cannot stop talking about how much more I learned and will actually remember this time. The tour group meeting point was easy to find and took off on time. The group size was perfect to navigate around and we got lucky that crowds were low this time of year. We saw SO much in 3 hours, I’d highly recommend City Wonders and Amy for any tours around Rome!
onielo2021, 12/4/2025 5:01:06 PM
We stayed at Lopesan for 8 days and it was honestly amazing. I enjoyed every single minute of it. The ambience around the resort is relaxing, the rooms are comfortable and spotless, and the dining options are incredible. The resort has 12 restaurant, Every night feels like a date night with a new experience. A special shoutout to the entertainment team. Fighter, Francisco, Big Mama and Kerry kept the energy going all day and night. Whether it was the pool, the beach or the theatre, they always had something fun happening. From the crazy games to paddle board yoga and the jumping classes, they made the stay unforgettable. The resort is worth every penny. I would go back without hesitation
ChangMinShen, 12/4/2025 8:52:00 AM
It’s such a great experience compared to just walking around yourself. You learn so much more such as the fact that the emperor always walked in thru the north gate. The tour is well timed with toilet breaks in the middle. Tour size is ok as expected from group tour. It’s best for folks and family who wants to experience Rome most famous landmark.
Simon_P, 12/3/2025 6:13:37 PM
Enjoyable three-hour tour with friendly and informative Maria-Luisa. Learned a lot at a good pace. Seemed good value. Would recommend
Pavel_A, 12/3/2025 3:32:04 PM
It was a very good and informative tour that revealed a lot of previously unknown to me details about the history of Rome starting with its early papal period. Also, such an extraordinary amount of true masterpieces of sculpture, painting, cartography, and other artifacts collected together in one spot. And, of course, St Peter is beyond any words of description. Even not being a Catholic I admire and bend my knees before its grandeur and magnificence.
Hannah_P, 12/3/2025 1:06:14 PM
Great way to see the main ruins in Rome! We enjoyed our tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum and Palatine Hill! Our favorite was the forum :) Lorenzo was a fantastic guide with a clear passion for history. We learned so much from him and he came prepared to talk about his favorite subject!
Vivian_W, 12/2/2025 5:17:41 PM
Our guide Lucian’s was really knowledgeable and allowed for a lot of further questions even those not directly related to the tour! She also had a great sense of humour :)
Guillermo_R, 12/2/2025 9:48:02 AM
They are very profesional guys and a lot of knowledge about the places they guide you! A big Hurray to our guide Maria Luisa she was just really great!
Kathleen_M, 12/2/2025 9:08:41 AM
One of the best tour guides I've ever had. Super knowledgeable, fun and gave great tips outside of the tour. Would recommend this tour 100x.
Deborah_S, 12/2/2025 8:58:25 AM
Really great experience to visit these places. And our guide was very kind to show us where the elevator was for those with mobility challenges.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum.
- Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Colosseum, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed
- Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
- On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour
- May experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
Departure point
Meet your guide at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, on the little square above the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Your guide coordinator will be waiting here wearing a blue City Wonders polo shirt or jacket for easy recognition.Redemption
• Please ensure to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your departure time. Late comers cannot be accommodated. • Our City Wonders coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets to be easily recognizable at the meeting point. • Due to Colosseum security regulations, a PASSPORT OR VALID ID DOCUMENT IS MANDATORY to join this tour. It is your responsibility to ensure you have a valid document with you on tour. Passengers who fail to provide a valid proof of identity will be denied entry. • Only very small bags are allowed. There are no cloakrooms at the Colosseum. • Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience. • This tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs. • Gratuities for your guide that provided excellent service are appreciated! *Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum. If we do not receive the full customers names, we will cancel the booking. Every customer is required to carry a valid ID that matches the name on the ticket, or an entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed. ** ONLY if 'Audioguide Tickets with Arena' option is selected ** • In order to download your self-guided app, please search for ""Pop Guide"" on Google store or Apple store. You can also access to your audioguide by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://unlockmy.guide/oUC4CwxHJtQwfknj8 - Download the ""Pop Guide"" app and login using the following credentials: - Username: QDR-000234 - Password: 69014 PLEASE ENSURE TO DOWNLOAD THE APP BEFORE THE TOUR. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure to bring your headsets to listen to the audioguide.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
72 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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