Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy a comprehensive, fun and engaging tour of Colosseum and the Ancient Roman Forum. In your semi private intimate group of only 6 people max), follow your local, expert and passionate guide through the wonders of the archaeological park of Rome: the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. In the Colosseum you will enjoy access to the arena floor through the Gladiator entrance, walking on and learning all about where battles took place while taking incredible photos!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The colosseum currently guarantees special access to the arena floor which is off limits to the general public. The arena area is where the gladiator fights took place and also gives you the closest view of the underground area possible

Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Remember to bring a valid photo ID for each passenger

Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.

The above itinerary is an example, the order of the sites might change depending on the scheduled slot.

Guests with wheelchair accessibility needs will find difficulty with this semi-private tour. In order to ensure a tour with alternative routes, please inquire with our customer support team and we will find you a barrier-free tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Colosseum

Begin your tour entering the Colosseum, the world's most famous arena. Right away you will see the benefits of a TRULY small group of ONLY 6 people max, guaranteed. As you enter the Colosseum, you will enjoy exclusive access to the Arena Floor and the Gladiator Entrance, right where the gladiators used to stand and the bloody battles and games took place. Take incredible pictures and feel the grandiosity of the Colosseum from the arena floor and have a taste of what the gladiators must have felt gazing at the audience above them. Then climb onto the first tier and enjoy incredible views as your Private Tour Guide tells you everything you have always wanted to know of the world's most famous arena.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Roman Forum

Continue down into the valley of the magical Roman Forum, the once upon a time heart center of the bustling city of Ancient Rome. Here, admire the incredible remains of the ancient Temples that used to stand right on these grounds, along with the Ancient Roman Governmental buildings, including the Senate. Lear all about what happened in these streets, as you walk on the same stones as the Romans once did.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Professional, local, expert guide

Colosseum entrance with optional arena access (valued at €24 per person)

Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 people

Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Access to the Arena Floor through the Gladiator's Gate entrance (if option selected)

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Options

Colosseum ARENA & Ancient Rome

Small Group of 6 people max: Colosseum and Roman Forum tour, a comprehensive visit to the world’s largest amphitheater, with ARENA entrance included.

Private Tour UPGRADE

Duration: 3 hours
Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum: Enjoy special access and walk in the footsteps of Ancient Romans with your very own Private Guide.

Option WITHOUT the Arena

Duration: 3 hours
Small group of max 6 people: Book this option if the Arena is not available to enjoy a comprehensive visit of the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Reviews

4.93

3,303 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

3179

a once in a lifetime colosseum tour
james r,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
our guide a was fantastic. he was knowledgleable and asnswered every question thoroughly. he also le us set the pace.
Bringing the Colosseum to life
Diane S,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The small group tour of the Colosseum and Forum was really interesting and entertaining. Denis, our guide, did a great job conveying how the Colosseum was a centre for entertainment like modern day stadia and the likenesses were striking. Definitely to be recommended as the right way to visit this iconic landmark and slice of history.
Excellent Tour And Excellent Tour Guide
reid1994,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Dennis was an incredible tour guide and really helped us envision both the colosseum and forum. We got to experience both pieces of history in context and gained a way larger appreciation for where we stood. And the small tour group is GREAT!
Crash course of Ronan history
joybY2931ED,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful experience. Our guide Valentina was so good! Very knowledgeable and she took us on a trip through Roman history as well as a guided tour of the Colosseum and the Forum Romanum.She could answer every question I had. After 3 hours so much had become clear to me especially how everything fits together. It made me very happy!
Fabulous!
KENLEY M,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Dennis did a great job showing us around the Coliseum and Forum. He was extremely well-versed and knew the history and architecture well! Would highly recommend. We did a private tour and loved the personalized attention!
Great Way for the Family to See the Colosseum
billg425,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a wonderful experience for my family of five. Our guide was personable and connected well with everyone on our tour.
Great tour
Steve G,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Small group worth the extra cost. But 3 hours isn't enough time. So much to see. So much to learn about
Order full tour
dlbryan04,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
She was very well versed in all the history. Great answers to all our questions. She helped us see what it would have looked like in its haydy
Amazing, informative, and personal.
Tyson S,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide knew a lot of the staff at the collesseum and how to get in quickly, managed time extremely well and was passionate about the history and gave ample opportunities to ask questions. It is a low tourist season so we were fortunate to have only four people on our tour. I do highly recommend you go with a six person max tour as it makes the logistics and information much easier to access. You will see both the forum and the collesseum and you will get a lot of information, by the end my brain felt like it may explode. Highly recommend.
In the Colosseum first amongst many tourists!
pauladK6850UH,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Deborah was amazing! She was so knowledgeable about the Colosseum and was able to answer any and all questions we asked. You can tell she has done this for many years as she "knew the system" and was so wise to get us to the front of the line and into the Colosseum first without any other tourists around to capture a picture. What a gift! Thank you!