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 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 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.
Roman Forum
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
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access valued €24 per person
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
Headsets
Official Live Guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Options
Spanish
Special Underground Access
Undergound Access + Arena : Small group Tour Max 7 people with special underground access
Duration: 3 hours
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.
German
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.
Portuguese
Entrance tickets and Guide
French
English
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
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.
Reviews
7,875 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Touring Rome
Carmen A,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour with a knowledgeable guide.
Guide had poor time management; NOT a 2h30m experience
emmarsynj,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The tour is advertised for 2 hours and 30 minutes. By this point, we had only seen the Colosseum, and the guide said we still had an hour left of the tour. We had to leave early to catch a scheduled train and did not get to see the Roman Forum or Palatine Hill. The security for the Colosseum did not take long, so this was poor time management by the guide.
Fabulous experience
Jet779960,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous experience. Didn't queue for long. Reasonably priced entry tickets which gave access to the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill. Good audio guide provided. Can highly recommend.
Take your chances
Betty D,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour guide was a bit edgy. She seemed to be in a bad mood and didn’t seem to like her job. I realize she does this every day but the customers deserve to be treated with courtesy and respect.
Colleseum, Forum and Palatine Hill
Colin P,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour operator is exceptional. Our guide Nick was without doubt the best most knowledgeable guide we have ever experienced. He made the entire experience a real fun time, would recommend him as a guide to anyone. Outstanding
Worse tour ever
johnsV3322YQ,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Do NOT use this tour company. They screwed up the whole thing and after waiting in line we didn't get to see Colosseum. The meeting place very shaky too.....showed up last second. Would not recommend.
Humi was great!
Amy M,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Humi was an amazing tour guide. The best we've ever had. The tour flew by with her witty banter and great historical knowledge.
No tour occurred
T9661WFmeganm,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We met at the meeting point way in advance but no guide showed up. Waited 30 minutes after meeting time and still no guide. No communication about if it was cancelled or what the issue was. We did receive a refund but the disruption messed up our itinerary.
Fantastic tour!
Dave J,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was very cool. The Roman Forum was amazing, and the Coliseum is something special. You can really feel the weight of all the time that has passed. Highly recommended.
Great history experience
G8787NRkevinb,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Another great tour what a great experience , kinda in awe 🫢 off it all , thinking back off how tough and bizarre it was living in them accident Roman times
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