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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers
Overview
Visit the Colosseum with David Battaglino, not a random guide assigned by an agency.
With more than 10 years of experience, you'll find Roman history entertaining, clear, and easy to understand—never a boring lecture delivered in difficult-to-follow English.
This tour focuses exclusively on the Colosseum, rather than cramming the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill into a rushed 3 hour, 4-kilometer march.
You will have time to absorb the stories, ask questions, enjoy the experience, and take photos without being hurried along.
It’s ideal for everyone—families, solo travelers, couples, groups of friends, first-time visitors, and those returning to Rome who want to experience the Colosseum in a new way.
My aim is to create more than just a tour: a welcoming group where complete strangers from around the world share the experience, and leave feeling as though they’ve spent two unforgettable hours with old friends.
What's included
Radio systems to listen to me
Tickets. These will be purchased separately, either by the client or by myself. Under 18s are FREE
What to expect
Colosseum
1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
Experience the Colosseum from the Arena floor—entering through the historic “Gate of Death” to get the same perspective a gladiator would have had.
We will explore the arena floor, as well as the ground and first levels of the Colosseum.
If you're looking for a guide who recites facts, or simply just to “skip the line”, there are plenty of options.
If you're looking for someone who can help you understand ancient Rome while keeping you entertained from beginning to end, I'd love to show you around.
BONUS:
One week before the tour, you’ll receive your timed Colosseum ticket, which also grants one‑time access to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill—the world’s largest in‑city archaeological site (30 hectares!).
* Access includes the exclusive “SUPER” sites.
* Plan at least 3 hours to explore it properly
* Your entry is valid from 2:00 PM the day before the Colosseum tour until 2:00 PM the day after. Once you exit, re‑entry is not permitted without purchasing a new ticket (€18).
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
I’ll be waiting in the shade of the Arch of Constantine—you’ll recognize me by the pirate flag.
End point
We’ll finish at the Colosseum exit.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please bring a refillable bottle of water
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
