Private tour in Rome Yevgen L

The Heart of Ancient Rome: Colosseum Full Experience ( Arena optional)

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Yevgen L.

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Hello! My name is Yevgen (Yev), and I would be delighted to welcome you to Rome. I was born in Kyiv and moved to Rome at the age of twenty. Half of my life has been spent in this extraordinary city, which I now proudly call home. Here, I completed high school, earned my degree in Art History, and became a licensed tour guide. During my university years, I had the privilege of interning at the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill, two of the most important archaeological sites in the world. That experience allowed me to deepen my understanding of ancient Rome and its remarkable heritage. I was also selected to guide visitors through the Palace of the President of Italy, the heart of the Italian Republic, where I gained a solid foundation in the history of Italy and its institutions. After many years of passionate study of Italian history, archaeology, and art, I am excited to share my knowledge and my love for the Eternal City with you. WHAT WE CAN EXPLORE TOGETHER Ancient Rome • The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill • The Ancient Appian Way, the Roman Aqueducts, and the early Christian catacombs Vatican City • The Vatican Museums • The Sistine Chapel • St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square. Most Iconic Roman Neighborhoods A stroll through Rome’s most atmospheric districts, discovering their famous landmarks along the way: • The Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, The Pantheon, Piazza Navona with the Baroque masterpieces of Bernini and Borromini; • The Old Jewish Quarter, with its rich and often challenging history and Trastevere, with its medieval alleys and authentic Roman atmosphere Christian Rome A journey through the city’s most important basilicas and early Christian heritage: Santa Maria Maggiore, San Giovanni in Laterano, and San Paolo fuori le mura. Day Trips Beyond Rome If you’d like to venture outside the city, I can arrange unforgettable visits to Hadrian’s Villa, the vast countryside retreat of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, and Villa d’Este, with its lush Renaissance gardens and spectacular fountains. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Tivoli, just an hour from Rome. A COMPLETE ROMAN EXPERIENCE During my tours, I’m always happy to recommend excellent restaurants serving authentic Roman and Italian cuisine, the best places to enjoy real Italian gelato, and local cafés, wine bars, and hidden spots loved by Romans. FOR FAMILIES AND ACCESSIBILITY I love working with children and making history fun and engaging for them. All itineraries can be adapted for guests with reduced mobility to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. WHY CHOOSE MY TOURS • Licensed Tour Guide in Rome • Accredited Guide in the Vatican Museums • Licensed Tour Leader • MA Degree (summa cum laude) in History of Art, Roma Tre University • BA Degree (summa cum laude) in History and Conservation of Artistic Heritage, Roma Tre University • High School Diploma in Tourism, Leonardo da Vinci High School, Rome • Special training and guided visits at the Palace of the President of Italy • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1) And above all, a warm and personal approach, ideal for families, couples, and private tours. If my calendar appears unavailable, please contact me anyway. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port via the driver. I’ll meet you at the meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.

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Overview of your Rome tour

Step into the Colosseum, which is the largest amphitheater ever built in ancient Rome and is considered one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. You can witness the Arena floor where gladiators once fought, and stand on the ground where they stood while taking in the breathtaking panorama. Journey to the Roman Forum, which was once the bustling center of Roman life. Explore the ruins of once-grand buildings, remnants of a glorious empire's political, religious, and social center. Discover what they were built for and why the Forum became known as the "Cow Pasture" over time. Ascend the Palatine Hill, which is the legendary birthplace of Rome. Marvel at the massive remains of the imperial palaces and learn about the emperors who lived there. From the summit, capture stunning photos of Rome that transport you back in time. My university training at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill has equipped me with the deeper knowledge to guide you through these historical wonders. Let me unveil their fascinating stories!

Recent Reviews

Robert and Susan L.United States
October 2025

Susan and I enjoyed two days of touring with Yev on both the Heart of Ancient Rome and the Vatican tours. Yev is one of the best tour guides we have ever had. He is so knowledgeable about art, history, architecture and other subjects, which he brings to life, but he does not overload you with trivia. And he is also fun, funny and easily understood. (I am a bit hard of hearing and sometimes have difficulty with guides whose second or third language is English, but with Yev, I heard and could follow his every word and sentence.) One more thing- he did a great job of looking out for and guiding the two of us, both nearly 80, through the sometimes crowded areas.

Angela H.United States
July 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our tour of Ancient Rome with Yev was outstanding! His passion and knowledge made history come alive as we explored the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. He painted vivid pictures of what life was like in ancient times, and his storytelling kept us fully engaged. Even with the crowds, Yev made everything feel personal and meaningful. It was a perfect mix of education, fun, and awe. Highly recommend this tour — especially with Yev as your guide! Our family of 6 ranging in age from 30’s to 60’s found this tour ABSOLUTELY fabulous and that was thanks to our guide Yev! He made us feel like he was as excited as we were to see the Colosseum for the first time. Take this tour with Yev to make memories for a lifetime!

Robert D.United States
June 2025

Yev was great. Very knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions. Very accommodating on the pace since it was very hot. Highly recommend tour with Yev

Adam S.
June 2025

I highly recommend this tour. Yev is a great guide. One of the main things I wanted to see was the Colosseum and he gave a thorough and insightful tour. He has vast knowledge of Roman history and did a fantastic job walking us through the Emperor’s palace on Palatine Hill, Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum. I’m glad we booked a private guide, because I saw so many people just wandering around not knowing what to look at among the remains of these historic places, and others in very large groups getting shuffled through quickly. Yev points out many small details to provide additional insights, and even supplements the tour with photos and illustrations to help you envision what the places looked like 2000 years ago.

Jene L.
May 2025

My husband and I had been to Rome a few years ago and on this trip were ready to deepen our knowledge about ancient Rome while exloring for the second time the ruins of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. Well, we won the guide lottery when we paired up with Yev, who was a pleasant, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable leader and companion on our 3.5 hour excursion. Yev had an answer to every question we could think of, we laughed a lot, an overall, we had a remarkably fun time.

Brian A.United States
October 2024

Yevgen did a fantastic job showing us around the Colosseum and up to Palatine Hill where he taught us all about Roman history and adapted to our needs with 2 little kids.

Your Rome tour itinerary

-Arch of Constantine -Colosseum: first and second level (Arena Floor optional) -Palatine Hill Emperors' Palaces remains Domus Augustana Domus Flavia Terrace overlooking the Circus Maximus Severian Arcade Domus Tiberiana terrace with breathtaking panoramic view -Roman Forum: Arch of Titus Temple of Julius Caesar House of the Vestal Virgins Basilica of Maxentius Temple of Romulus Temple of Antonino and Faustina Arch of Settimius Severus Curia - Roman Senate This tour includes the Colosseum Standard Tickets. The availability of Arena tickets is limited, I will try to buy them in advance. -Contact me for a customized itinerary. -The itinerary could be on the reverse according to Colosseum time slot tickets. NOTE: during the Winter from November to February the latest time to start the tour is 1:00 PM. -Please bring a copy of your passport (paper copy or photo on your phone), the tickets are nominal and a copy of your documents must be show.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

-Walking Tour -Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different -For security reasons, all visitors must be checked with metal detectors -Only small bags/backpacks are permitted (size 40x35x15). Long umbrellas are not permitted. -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella

What's included
Other: Colosseum allotted time Slot Entrances are valid only 15 minutes after the time reserved.
Private Guide
Tickets: Skip the line tickets
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation With Driver
Private Transportation
Meeting location

Caffè Roma, Via del Colosseo, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Caffè Roma, Via del Colosseo 31 https://maps.app.goo.gl/qbfTuv9WcTJU5RnVA I will have a sign with your name NOTE: You can request a different meeting point (e.g. your hotel) during checkout. However, I kindly ask you to keep the indicated meeting point to make the most of your tour time and avoid delays. If you need a private transfer to/from your accommodation, please contact me before booking. Are you a cruise ship passenger? Please contact me to customize the tour.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
1279638
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient Roman culture. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide, Yevgen L., for deeper insights into the historical wonders of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. The tour is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for families and those with mobility concerns.

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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