Colosseum Arena Floor Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Live Guide
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Take a minute to marvel at one of the world's most iconic monuments, the Colosseum. Our special access tour will let you enter the Colosseum through the 'Gate of Life' walking directly onto the arena floor, just as the gladiators did centuries ago. Once inside, feel the sand under your feet, experience the grandeur of the arena from a gladiator’s perspective and get an up-close view of the underground. Your expert tour guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand, as you wander through arches and climb ancient stone steps, in this magnificent amphitheater.
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
The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
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
Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the officials for safety reasons)
There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The wait time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
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.
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.
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
With the Colosseum looming large in the background, the excitement and anticipation rise as you get closer and closer to this world-famous landmark. Get a closer look at the incredibly detailed facade as you make your way through the arches and into the magnificent Colosseum, where you can imagine yourself a part of the roaring crowd that once filled the seats.
Foro Romano
Dive deep into ancient history as you explore the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, the birthplace of Rome that is covered with breathtaking ancient architecture. Learn about Rome’s legendary twins, Romulus and Remus, as well Ancient Rome’s beloved Julius Caesar.
What‘s Included
Entrance Fees
Professional Licensed tour guide
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Headsets
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Options
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.
Serbian
French 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
Spanish
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.
Chinese
German
Russian
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.
English
Portuguese
Arabic
French
Japanese
Greek
Hindi
Reviews
321 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour with Maria
stjepanb2026,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic colloseo, palatine hill and roman forum tour with fantastic guide Maria, couldnt wish for better experience!
Trying to believe
lucafI7567FH,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Loredana guide prepared and brilliant. A beautiful visiting experience. Enter the world of ancient Rome with a smile
In depth tour good for Roman history buffs
Christine M,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour was probably a half hour long than would have been ideal for us as a family of four — lots of walking and lots of history but the sights were interesting and the guide was informative. Recommend, especially for Roman and Italian history buffs who want to see everything in detail.
History & Culture in Real Life Format!
K874RUerikl,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour Guide with American Nickname 'Eugene' was funny & super informative! It was great having an actual person tour guide; I could MAYBE have that knowledge about the Colosseum to enjoy a solo tour if I had an advanced degree in Roman History or something.. Really fun tour as well! EL, Chicago, IL USA
Colosseum tour
agnesdG356YS,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I traveled alone Rome in December, I booked the tour from Visit A City app. Our tour guid was friendy and knowledgeable, also his English was clear. I recommend for everyone!
Poor preparation by the guides
jameswN888XJ,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The guide was not well prepared. It took us too long to get going and she was all over the place with her information, rarely finishing a thought. We would have been better just buying tickets and going solo.
Radu is #1!
MeaganC133,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Radu was an outstanding guide! We took an English tour with him and he was extremely knowledgeable and very entertaining ! Highly recommend!
Review
camillet2022,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide. Very knowledgeable. Very animated brought places to life. Made it very enjoyable. Would do it again enough said
Booking scam
norag901,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Stay away from this company. We booked our tour with this organisation through GetYourGuide. We booked on 27/10, to have the tour on 29/10. Within the hour after receiving a booking confirmation, we got a message from the organiser that there was 'a technical error' with their platform and that they wouldn't be able to organise the tour on 29/10 as usual. They requested us to cancel the booking with a full refund. Normally cancellation within that time period would only refund us 25% due to the date being close to the date of the actual tour. However, since they requested to cancel, they 'guaranteed' a 100% refund. They mention refunds could take 5-7 business days. Within 3 days, we got our 25% back, but not word of the other 75%. After waiting the full time period of 5-7 days, we took contact with the organiser. Communication was close to impossible and if any at all, no actual information on the refund was provided. So to sum it up, quality tours is not this organisations business model, baiting people in booking and the asking for a late time cancellation unfortunately is.
Long awaited tour! Worth every penny and more
793cazm,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible! Easy and so informative. Value for money. Our guide Tiberia ?? Was brilliant! So knowledgable and passionate! We didn’t feel rushed and felt the tour was just the right length.
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