Small Group Tour: Colosseum & Roman Forum with Arena Floor Access
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step onto the arena floor like a gladiator when you take this exclusive tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Your friendly professional guide will take you and your small group through the special gladiator gate entrance to stand directly on the arena floor. Here, you will get to feel what it's like to look up at the stadium the way gladiators would on the day of battle. After learning about the daily lives and fighting styles of the gladiators your guide will take you up to the next level so you can see the arena from the view of the excited spectators, where you will learn all about the games and the emperors who hosted them. Your guide will also take you to the Roman Forum, the city center of ancient Rome with it's temples and government offices. From here you'll go up to the Palatine Hill to hear your guide tell stories of the emperors as you walk through the palaces they built and lived in.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
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 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Headsets for groups when appropriate
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Access to Arena floor
Expert Certified Guide
Transport to/from meeting point.
Food and Drink
Gratuities
What To Expect
Foro Romano
Take in the oldest part of Rome when you visit the Roman Forum to see the government buildings, temples and ancient roads that were home to daily life in Ancient Rome. Pass by the senate house, the temple of the Vestal Virgins and the Temple of Julius Caesar where his ashes were laid to rest. Walk on the road built by Emperor Augustus and marvel at the beautiful ruins that can still be seen today.
Palatine Hill
Make your way from the forum up to the Palatine Hill where Emperors built their palaces. Once home to the founder of Rome, Romulus, the Palatine Hill is where Rome originates. Throughout Roman history emperors were born and died on this hill. Many of them built grand homes we call palaces thanks to the name of the hill. You will walk through the ruins of these palaces as your guide tells you the entertaining stories of the emperors and the history of Rome. You will even get a peak at the Circus Maximus, the stadium where chariot races were held, as well as Emperor Domitian's own private stadium on top of the Palatine Hill.
Options
Be a Gladiator
Large Group Discount Arena
Large Group Tour Arena Access: Maximum 30 people in the group.
VIP Small Afternoon Tour
Extra Small Group : With a maximum of 9 adults (+ accompanying children) this is as close to a private experience we offer as a group tour option
Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: You'll be able to ask our guide questions specific to your interests in our small group
VIP Early Bird Exclusive
VIP Very Small Group Tour: With a maximum of 9 adults (+ accompanying children) this is as close to a private experience we offer as a group tour option
Prime time Colosseum: Ask the questions you've always wondered about in this small group, and don't get lost in a crowd
Mid-Size Colosseum Arena Floor
Mid-size group : This is a tour with a maximum of 20 people.
VIP Winter in Rome
Special Small Group Tour : This VIP tour has a maximum of 10 people and timing that is optimal for the short, cooler winter days in Rome.
Premier VIP Emperors Tour
Extended Tour of Imperial Rome: After visiting the Arena Floor of the Colosseum, visit the Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and Imperial Forums of the Emperors
Premier VIP: With a small group of maximum 6 people, you will have the full attention of your expert tour guide for your entire tour.
Duration: 4 hours: The tour will last 3.5 to 4 hours depending upon the pace of the group.
Colosseum and Imperial Rome: Visit the Arena Floor of the Colosseum as well as the Palatine Hill, Roman Forum, and the Imperial Forums of the emperors.
Ages 12 and Up Only please: Due to the duration of the tour and the route, the minimum age is 12 yrs, the tour is not suitable for strollers.
December at the Colosseum
Low Season Access: Take advantage of the cooler temperatures and fewer crowds to get this special Decamber tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: With fewer crowds, take advantage of seeing more sites in less time.
VIP Extra Small Group Tour
VIP Extra Small Group: With a maximum of 5 people on this tour, you are sure to get the extra VIP treatment in the form of a tiny group tour.
Duration: 3 hours
Colosseum, Forum, Palatine: The order of the sites visited on the tour will vary based on time and date booked.
Small Group Arena Floor Access
Beat the Roman Heat: Tour route is designed to keep you cool by entering the Colosseum and Roman Forum/Palatine Hill at the optimal times of day.
Small Group Arena Floor Access
Reviews
635 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mom & Teen Roam in Rome
Ali M,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was amazing! Our tour guide was incredible - so knowledgeable, considerate, and funny. We loved this tour and highly recommend.
Best Tour ever!
Minhuyen N,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had the most incredible Colosseum tour with a guide whose name I sadly can’t remember—but whose kindness and professionalism I’ll never forget! I went with my mom (65) and my brother during a heatwave, and he went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. He arranged plenty of water breaks, was so attentive to my mom, and made us feel truly cared for the entire time. On top of that, his knowledge was outstanding—he shared fascinating facts, brought history to life, and answered every single question with enthusiasm. This was hands-down the best tour guide we’ve ever had, and he turned our visit into such a memorable experience. If you have the chance to tour with him, you’re in for something special!
Expert Guide for Colosseum.
Gia B,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing and in depth tour with our very knowledgeable guide. I can’t believe I’m not remembering the name of the guide because he was awesome. A Roman native who knew everything about Rome and its history. What i loved is how he was able to streamline the tour so there was very little waiting in line. It’s very hot in the summer and you don’t want to wait in line. He was also funny and answered all of our questions. Also, my older daughter rolled her ankle the day before our tour and couldn’t handle all of the walking so the owner of the company let her stay in in air conditioned office and then walked her over to meet us for the the final part of the tour. Great that they went the extra mile for us.
Absolutely superb !
Tanya L,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an excellent tour with Angela who was sincere, real and very informative and provided the best information ! Well done Angela ! An awesome experience and well worth it - thank you
Outstanding tour
KRISTIN F,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely excellent tour of the Colosseum & Forum. Our guide was very knowledgeable, brought the history to life but was very personable and funny to keep a teenager interested. We were dreading how hot it would be for the tour (since it’s all outdoors) but our guide kept almost all talking to shaded areas so it wasn’t a problem at all. Highly recommend!
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