Rome: Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step into the heart of ancient Rome on this exclusive guided tour. Start at the iconic Colosseum, with full access to the Arena Floor. Stand where gladiators once fought and emperors presided over roaring crowds, as your expert guide brings the amphitheater’s thrilling history to life with captivating stories and fascinating insights.
Next, ascend to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to emperors, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Continue to the Roman Forum, the vibrant center of ancient Roman life, and marvel at landmarks such as the Temple of Julius Caesar.
This tour blends exclusive Arena access with expert storytelling for an unforgettable journey through Rome’s most iconic ancient sites.
Book now and walk in the footsteps of legends!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that names provided must exactly match IDs/passports for all participants (including children), or the Colosseum will deny entry. Bring valid ID for everyone—no nicknames, missing, or incorrect names/last names allowed.
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
If you select the semi-private option, 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
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.
Palatine Hill
This tour of Ancient Rome includes a visit to the Palatine Hill, where emperors and wealthy families once lived, offering stunning views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.
What‘s Included
Entrance to Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Official Professional Guide
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Audio Equipment to Hear the Guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
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.
Options
Semi-Private English Tour
Up to 7: Choose this option to get a Semi-Private tour of the Colosseum with Arena, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in English Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Included Attractions: Arena floor, 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum, Roman Forum an Palatine Hill
Spanish Guided Tour
Spanish Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Spanish Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
French Guided Tour
French Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in French Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Portuguese Guided Tour
Portuguese Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Portuguese Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
English Guided Tour
English Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in English Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Reviews
6,035 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour and tour guide was very knowledgeable.
Eddie S,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful tour but a lot of walking in the heat.
Colosseum Experience!
Resort03409324239,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill was excellent. Our tour guide, Andre, was very informative and full of personality. We really enjoyed having him throughout the experience. We did anticipate having access to the arena floor when we booked and received an email a few days before the tour apologizing stating that we would not have access on the day of our booking.
Great tour worth every penny
Phil H,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a brilliant tour. Gloria our guide was amazing thank you
A must see in Rome
B9481NJdavidc,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on a small tour visiting The Forum, Colosseum and Palantine Hill. Our group was only 7 people and included queue jumping admission. Very informative and well worth paying the extra to skip the queues. It’s a very busy tourist site.
Super
thomasmB2835OT,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Georgia was very informative.
Not corresponding to Viators promisse
Elena A,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The tour may have been fine, but the customer service experience was very disappointing. Our Colosseum tour was originally confirmed for 10:00 a.m., then the operator VIVICOS TOURS changed to 12:30 p.m. just four days before, disrupting other prepaid plans we had arranged around the original time. When I contacted them, I was told cancellation was not possible and given the impression an alternative might be offered, but ultimately nothing could be changed. What disappointed me most was the misleading and contradictory communication. I have used Viator many times before, which made this experience especially surprising.
Colosseum Arena Floor, Palatine Hill and The Forum
deanandhelenp,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent tour of Coloseeum Arena floor, Palatine Hill and The Forum. Paula, our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Rome. Paula explained things in a way we could understand, had an appropriate pace and answered all questions. Overall a great experience!
Coliseum and Forum.
JoseRamonNui,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eleonora, the guide, is one of the best I have seen in her profession. Absolutely brilliant. Not even the rain discouraged her.
Great guide in Portuguese
adalberto153,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was only difficult to locate the guide, because although it was in the combined location, there was no identification of the tour, but the presentation of the guide Paulinho was excellent, a lot of experience and knowledge
so worth it
A4954APsamanthae,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Massimo was great! The experience was very fun and educational. The process was smooth thanks to him and the Vivicos Travel team. All I had to do was book and show up with ID. Loved it!
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