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The Colosseum is not to be missed, but you've got to do it right.
On this VIP, small-group tour, allow your expert guide to uncover all the secrets of the Colosseum. Add the arena experience to your tour on the selection page, and walk through Gladiator’s Gate straight into the heart of the world's greatest arena - if you dare!
By joining one of our expert guides, you’ll discover the fascinating stories behind the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Interact with your guide personally, and learn more than on larger group tours. You’re sure to leave almost as expert as they are.
After meeting your guide by the Arch of Constantine, you’ll enter the every stop on your tour with your priority access tickets. Your local, expert historian will guide you through the rich history of Rome’s most iconic monument and the once bustling ancient city that surrounds it.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
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.
Please note we will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on the time of tickets we can purchase
Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of the month. Tours are discounted on these days.
Please be aware that we offer two Arena tour packages: The VIP Colosseum - Arena Access option grants entry to the Colosseum, Arena floor, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. The Arena, Roman Forum & Palatine option provides access to the Arena floor via an exclusive entrance and continues with visits to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Arena, Roman Forum& Palatine option does not visit the Colosseum, it access to Arena floor only.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
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.
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Licensed, historian guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access included)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Headphones available upon request
Admission to the Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected)
Admission to the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Admission to the Colosseum
Food and Beverages
Arena, Roman Forum& Palatine: The small group tour starts with exclusive access to the Arena floor and moves on to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
Small Group Arena Access Tour : Tour the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Forum with a small group, and gain exclusive access to the arena floor!
Small Group Colosseum Tour: Exclusive, small-group Colosseum tour. This tour also includes visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.
Operated by Carpe Diem Tours
1,279 reviews
Robert L,
Jan 24, 2025
Enjoyed our guide Fe. She was fun and easy to understand! Kept us moving at a great pace. Highly recommend.
Kristin S,
Jan 21, 2025
Ivana was a fantastic guide and showed us everything we wanted to see in the Roman Colleseum, The Forum, and the Palntine Hill. You will walk A LOT on this tour. We took about 17,000 steps. There are also some stairs you will climb, so those with mobility issues please consider this. The tour was fantastic for us and we loved it!
ELIZABETH M,
Jan 16, 2025
The tour guide was so knowledgeable! It was an exciting historical experience. My 21 and 12 year old loved it too! We learned so much!
caroline c,
Jan 14, 2025
Marianna was simply the best tour guide I have ever had the pleasure of spending time with She was interactive, informative, good fun and made the Colosseum literally come to life Thank you Marianna!!
Megan H,
Jan 13, 2025
Felicity ( Fi) was an enthusiastic and energising guide that loved the Roman history. She was uplifting and I think made it more enjoyable tour