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 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
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.
Roman Forum
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.
Portuguese
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.
Entry ticket + audio guide
Full Experience Arena Special : Self-guided audio tour with access to the Colosseum Arena, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum.
German
Colosseum Attico Access Tour
French
Spanish
English
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.
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
Reviews
363 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyed it very much .. Eugene did an excellent job
229airik,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugene did an excellent job with tour
Eugene - great!
V7721NTmaximilians,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugene was very attentive and gave us a lot of good information. He was lovely and made for a great morning.
Absolutely NOT Recommended
Shreyash K,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00My ticket to the Collesuem was for 11:30 but this stupid conpany messaged me saying “the Colosseum ADMINISTRATION has updated the ticket timing to 9:30” so i showed up early. I met one representative at the said meeting point just go explore on your own, no tour guide provided. I went to the entry the ticket checkers said the timing in valid for 11:30 only as on the ticket. I came back to the meeting point and the other stupid person said ‘no no you don’t understand the timing for updated do the entry of forum so go to the forum first then the Collesuem’. Which is a lie forum can be visited any time of the day. They lied about Collesuem administration and no guide was provided. No audio guide as well. Horrible experience.
Bad experience, I...
Paola R,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Bad experience, bad directions, the person in charge was very busy and attended me vaguely. They wasted our time, the audios they give to make the tour are very poor. I don't recommend it.
Horrible Experience - Wrong Ticket
Mark K,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Horrible Experience with Viator - completely messed up our entire last day in Rome. We purchased a 9am coliseum tour - woke up at 7am for this and to our surprise when we got to the gate they denied us since our ticket showed 12:15 instead of 9am. We missed our guided tour. We also missed another tour that was booked for 2:30pm that day. I reached out to Viator via WhatsApp. No response. Horrible experience - just book direct on the official site. Skip Viator.
Excellent with Chiara Mo
JMPFdez,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chiara MO is a great guide. He taught us a lot of things and it was super interesting. Plus she's really nice. I highly recommend it.
Great Tour!
Stagman06,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lorenzo was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge and passion really brought the whole experience to life and both ourselves and our children remained thoroughly engaged throughout the whole tour. It was an absolute joy and privilege to soak in the amazing sights of the Colosseum, The Forum and Palatine Hill as Lorenzo told its story. Simply amazing!
Highly recommended, with Claudia 15
natjam2018,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really very successful – informative, varied and entertaining. However, the guide is particularly noteworthy, because such an experience thrives on it. Our guide Claudia was outstanding: She responded wonderfully to the children and conveyed all the content in an exciting and understandable way. We would do the tour again anytime – thank you for this great experience! Booking with arena access is also highly recommended, especially for children a real highlight.
Use a different tour group
Jamie R,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Chaos! Told us to meet at a certain point, which we did. Then a ride tour operated said my tickets were no good. Gave me a Number to call which was “busy”. . Absolutely no help whatsoever. People were missing their tours. Tons of people trying to find their group and 2 people there directing traffic . Finally got tickets which were for thr wrong time… I would or use them again.
Great experience
O4091XYpilarm,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michela has been a great guide! We enjoyed it a lot.
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