Colosseum with Arena Floor: Small-Group Guided Tour -7 People
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum with a local guide of Rome. Have fun discovering Roman history , Gladiators stories, learn about gladiator combats and anecdotes on the Roman Emperors with an enthusiastic guide. Semiprivate group up to 7 people. You will tour with a live guide, headsets for a better listening of your guide, enter the spectacular Roman amphitheater and the archeological area will be provided.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that THE NAMES YOU PROVIDE HAVE TO MATCH THE IDS OR PASSPORTS OF ALL PARTICIPANTS (including children), or the Colosseum will deny entry — and don’t forget to bring valid ID for everyone which is necessary to enter. No nick names nor missing or wrong name and/or last name are admitted by the Coloseum management. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need support with this matter.
For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
Please show up at least 15 minutes before to do the check in
Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
Late arrivals or no shows will not be refunded
In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
Our tours generally include up to 7 guests per guide for a more personal experience. From time to time, we may adjust the group size to accommodate families or friends traveling together, and some tours may also run with fewer participants. This flexible approach allows us to offer the best experience possible.
The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.
What To Expect
Colosseum
Starting from a designated meeting point, participants receive personal headsets for clear audio. The tour includes access to the Arena floor, as well as the 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum. Note that the 3rd level and Underground areas are not included.
Roman Forum
Your tours also include the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome, which was a bustling center of politics, religion, and social life. Visitors can walk among ruins where emperors, gladiators, and citizens once stood.
Options
English
English Tour
What‘s Included
Pre-purchased named tickets for all attractions
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Colosseum Arena Ticket Euros 24 plus euro 2 for reservation
Semi private guided tour of the Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
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.
Reviews
65 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good overview, but a little rushed
Sam L,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good overview of the Hill & Colosseum, was great to skip all lines and the guide was knowledgeable, but the experience felt rushed. This tour should probably realistically be 3 hrs, not 2.5.
History comes Alive! Excellent guide
Brenda D,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent historian guiding you through history and the archeological sites! Arianna was great! Very well organized and gives you the ability to ask questions and calmly see the forum and palatine hill and even the lower level of the coliseum.
Stunning and unimaginable!
Sunshine44445227532,Aug 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guided tour is imperative otherwise it is difficult to appreciate the immensity of the architecture that was once on its premises. We had a superb French Guide Fransesca. Thank you a thousand times to her for all the information.
Awesome tour, entertaining and educational
billrain2022,Aug 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour for adults and children alike — very interesting, educational, and fun! Our tour guide Laura Antonucci was extremely knowledgeable and able to share the history in an entertaining way, enjoyable for all.
Colosseum and Roman forum guide
domm765,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my son had a fantastic tour led by Laura Antonucci. Fantastic knowledge and would highly recommend! We had a real insight to what it would have been like to live back in them days.
Great Tour and Exceptional Tour Guide
748geniem,Aug 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura Antonucci was an exceptional tour guide. The tour was informative and fun. Highly enjoyed it and would highly recommend Laura Antonucci as a tour guide.
Recap of Ancient Rome
andreasW3761HO,Apr 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very comprehensive and entertaining tour! Our guide, Francesco, was excellent. He went above and beyond to provide a complete experience of the amazing ancient city and colosseum. He was dynamic, professional and passionate about the way he narrated the history.
Take Laura Antonucci as your guide !
X2745XRtomeks,Apr 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended Laura Antonucci as a tour guide, he spoke with passion, had interesting insights, which make it wonderful tour !
Do it! So much fun
taylorw620,Apr 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura was an amazing tour guide and we had the best time! Knowledgeable and fun guide made the experience great. Learned so much and loved every second.
Incredible tour with Paolo
tinakG6739SC,Mar 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour by our amazing guide Paolo. It was unbelievable how many stories he had to tell. The stories never ended for a second throughout the entire tour! Truly made this tour very special to us.
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