Rome: Colosseum Terrace Drinks, Pizza & Risqué History Tour

Evening Rome tour with Colosseum terrace prosecco wild ancient scandals pizza in Monti cocktails

You’ll sip prosecco overlooking the Colosseum, hear wild tales of Roman love and scandal from a local guide, share shots and pizza in Monti’s lively streets, and finish with a signature cocktail at a cozy bar. Expect laughter, surprises, and a side of Rome you probably haven’t met before.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening tour of Rome's love stories

• Welcome prosecco and shot on terrace
• Spritz and pizza in Monti neighborhood
• Final drink at last stop

The experience

I’ll be honest. I thought I knew Rome. But standing on that terrace with a cold glass of prosecco, the Colosseum just there, it hit different. Our guide (Giulia? Julia? She joked about her “Roman” name) kicked things off with stories I’d never heard: stuff about emperors and their lovers, not the marble-and-glory stuff you get in textbooks. There was this breeze, smelled faintly like pine and exhaust, and someone nearby was laughing too loud. It felt like we were all in on some secret.

The first shot went down easier than I expected (maybe nerves), and then we wandered into Monti. That’s when the night started to blur in the best way: pizza slices hot enough to burn your tongue if you weren’t careful, spritz glasses sweating in our hands. Giulia pointed out an old brothel door. I tried to pronounce something in Italian and got it so wrong she actually snorted. The group loosened up fast: maybe it was the drinks or maybe just the weird honesty of talking about ancient sex toys under streetlights.

The last stop was smaller, quieter: a tucked-away bar where we got this signature cocktail (I still can’t remember what was in it). By then everyone was swapping half-embarrassed stories from home. I remember thinking how odd it felt to laugh about history like this, with strangers who suddenly didn’t feel so strange. Walking back past the Colosseum after, Rome looked softer somehow. Or maybe that was just me.

What’s included

Your night includes welcome prosecco on a terrace overlooking the Colosseum, one shot to start things off, pizza paired with spritz as you explore Monti’s streets together, plus a final signature cocktail at your last stop before heading out into Rome’s night air again.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDeparts at 19:00

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.Operator's directions: “We'll meet in front of Caffe Roma 15 min before the start of the tour!”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Roman Guides

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Top questions

Is entry to the Colosseum included on this tour?

No, you’ll enjoy drinks on a terrace with a Colosseum view but do not enter the monument itself.

How long is the Drunken History Rome tour?

The experience lasts around three hours in total.

Are food and drinks included?

Yes, prosecco, one shot, pizza with spritz, and a signature cocktail are all included.

Is this evening tour suitable for everyone?

It’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

Where does the tour take place?

Main stops include a terrace near the Colosseum and bars/restaurants in Monti neighborhood.

Is hotel pickup provided?

No hotel pickup is included. Public transport options are nearby.

Can service animals join?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.