Colosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
With exclusive access you will enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, walking directly onto the arena floor. Experience the grandeur of the arena from a unique perspective, as you stand where the gladiators once stood, when they walked out to the sounds of thousands of yelling spectators.
Your licensed tour guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand. Enjoy an up-close view of the underground chambers exposed below, wander through the vast corridors, and climb the ancient stone stairs of this magnificent amphitheater, as you learn of its rich history.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
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.
The meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the tour
• Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
• Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
• No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
• Tours will run rain or shine (unless closed for safety reasons)
There are mandatory security checks al all entry points to the sites. The wait time time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Colosseum
Step inside the world’s most iconic amphitheater with your expert guide. Learn about the gladiators, emperors, and epic battles that brought this arena to life. Discover hidden details and stories that shaped ancient Rome.
Foro Romano
Walk through the heart of ancient Roman public life. From temples to senate buildings, your guide will bring history to life with tales of politics, religion, and daily life in the empire’s bustling center.
What‘s Included
Arena Floor restricted area and Entrance/Gladiator Door
Admission Fees
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
Headsets
Official Live Guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Options
German
Portuguese
Entrance tickets and Guide
French
Spanish Small Group
Small group Tour -Max 12 Guest: Enhance your Colosseum visit on a semi-private tour with just 12 guests for a more personal and engaging experience.
French Small Group
Small group Tour -Max 12 Guest: Max 12 Guest: Enhance your Colosseum visit on a semi-private tour with just 12 guests for a more personal and engaging experi
English Small Group
Small group Tour -Max 12 Guest: Enhance your Colosseum visit on a semi-private tour with just 12 guests for a more personal and engaging experience.
Special Underground Access
Undergound Access + Arena : Small group Tour Max 7 people with special underground access
Duration: 3 hours
English
Spanish
German Small Group
Small group Tour -Max 12 Guest: Enhance your Colosseum visit on a semi-private tour with just 12 guests for a more personal and engaging experience.
Reviews
7,255 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rainy Day at the Colosseum.
Stay450058,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Even though the rain, we had a great tour. Our tour guide was thorough and engaging. The price was reasonable and the time was good.
Great Tour
Kevin R,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative and multifaceted. The tour was late to start and is not for anyone who is slow to get around. We had a great tour guide who was both knowledgeable and hilarious! She had us cracking up the whole time! Highly recommend!
Chiara led us on a...
BRIDGET H,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Chiara led us on a knowledgeable walking tour through the Colosseum Arena floor and Roman Forum. The audio device & ear pieces worked well and we enjoyed the event. It was well worth bypassing the LONG line to enter the Colosseum!
Lots of walking, but at a...
Travis C,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of walking, but at a reasonable pace. Good coverage of Forum and Colosseum. Colosseum is one way in, one way out, so plan on ending up on north side of the attraction.
Impressive and easy to follow
Maps36898520548,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ms Claudia is very nice and responsible. Talk to us about Roma history and we saved time on lining up to purchase ticket during the busy season.
Our tour guide was so...
Roy B,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was so informative and helpful. If we had to do this tour alone , it would have been a disappointment.! We are very thankful we did this tour!
An informatrive tour of Roman Forum and the Colosseum
291babism,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide was knowledgeable but I was not able to understand many of what he was saying. All in all a very good tour with a lot of historical information
Expert led tour, thank you to Rich.
bethblue,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our exceptionally knowledgeable guide, Richard, was able not only to explain what we were seeing, but to transmit his enthusiasm for the subject material. His knowledge went far deeper than the sites themselves, but was supported by a true understanding of the history underlying the ruins. He also was extremely efficient, and spoke quickly but clearly, fitting in additional information and answered every question. He also helpfully pointed out great photos and special details.
Colosseum Tour
Sumathy C,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Colosseum arena tour was great. The tour guide makes a big difference. Ilariya was our guide and she made the entire tour fun. She gave a lot of history in the most engaging way - she made people in the tour act out parts of her narration. Although It was wet and raining and cold the whole time, she made it fun, informative, interesting, and interactive. Kudos to her!
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