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Rome: Colosseum and Ancient Dark History Walking Tour

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Discover Ancient Rome’s dark past on a 1.5-hour evening tour. Hear tales of gladiators as you view the Colosseum’s exterior, stroll past forums and arches, and enjoy cooler air with fewer crowds.

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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Expert local guide with engaging storytelling
    • 1.5-hour walking tour of Ancient Rome’s key landmarks (all exterior viewing)
    • Intimate small group experience (max 15 people)
    • Evening atmosphere with cooler air, fewer crowds, and great photo opportunities
    • Entry tickets to the Colosseum or Roman Forum
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Tips or gratuities
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Highlights

  • Explore Rome at twilight with fewer crowds and cooler temperatures
  • Discover Colosseum, forums, and ruins with expert storytelling (no entry)
  • Explore Ancient Rome’s legendary landmarks in just 1.5 hours
  • Capture stunning evening photos from Capitoline Hill viewpoints
  • Get a comprehensive tour of Rome's ancient sites in just 1.5 hours

Description

Uncover the secrets of Rome’s shadowy past on this 1.5-hour walking tour that blends iconic ruins with dark and thrilling stories from the Eternal City.

Your journey begins just outside the Colosseum, where you’ll hear how gladiators, wild beasts, and naval battles once entertained thousands inside the arena. As you walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali, explore the Forum of Augustus and the Forum of Julius Caesar, where ambition, betrayal, and empire-building shaped Roman history.

Continue to Trajan’s Column, once the empire’s grandest monument to power and propaganda, before moving on to the Arch of Septimius Severus, a marble reminder of military might and family legacy. For a grand finale, climb Capitoline Hill to take in breathtaking views over the Roman Forum — the true heart of ancient Rome, where religion, politics, and public life collided.

With expert storytelling and a small group experience, this tour is perfect for travelers who want to see the highlights of Ancient Rome in less time. Walk in the footsteps of emperors, imagine ancient conspiracies, and capture unforgettable photos of the ruins glowing in the evening light.

Important: This tour does not enter the Colosseum or Roman Forum. All sites are viewed from the exterior only.

Good to know before you go
  • This tour does not enter the Colosseum or Roman Forum; all sites are viewed from the exterior only
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early; late arrivals cannot be refunded
  • Tour runs rain or shine
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
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1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
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3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Children
    5-17 years
  • Infants
    0-4 years
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