Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour
Start: 2026-10-27T12:00:00
End: 2026-10-27T14:30:00
Location: Rome

Glimpse the Roman Empire as you tour the Colosseum, its fighting pit, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a guide and priority entry.

4.5/5(12,498)

Giret J

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Favorite spot: the Forum, which lets you explore Rome's history, all thanks to our guide's wealth of knowledge. A fun fact: the origin of the expression "all roads lead to Rome" actually comes from the fact that all roads in the Roman Empire started from Rome. As for the Colosseum, we learned that the rituals and proceedings of bullfighting in the 21st century in France and Spain are direct descendants of the "shows" held in the Roman Empire at the Colosseum. All of this was thanks to our guide, whom I would like to thank.

Giannos P

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Very professional and fun experience. We were running a bit late for our tour since it was our first time in Italy and we were not aware of the traffic/delays yet the team were accommodating and reassured us that they plan ahead about these matters and we started the tour on time. Our guide was very insightful about the history of the Colosseum as well as humorous which kept the whole experience fun ! 💯 recommended

Harshita N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Monica is a fabulous guide, uproariously funny and yet extremely knowledgeable at the same time. She made the 3 hr long walking tour simply fly by. Her knowledge of the subject matter is exceptional and made for the most illuminating experience and made us feel like we were back in time and standing side by side with the gladiators! Couldn't recommend this highly enough

Marcie H

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The Colosseum tour was great. The massive size of the structure is so impressive. Our guide, Fabio was very knowledgeable and passionate about everything we saw. It was nice to see someone love their job so much. He was also fun and friendly. The tour went a little long and it was a bit tiring but we all really enjoyed it.

Sansse S

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour was perfect! Our guide shared countless anecdotes, each more interesting than the last. A fascinating tour, packed with discoveries and little stories that bring the places to life. A wonderful experience that we highly recommend!

Alex B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Sara lead a wonderful tour. She spent time getting to know our diverse group and tailor her descriptions, explanations and commentary to our specific interests. I would follow her wherever she leads! My comprehension of Ancient Rome was expanded enormously. Grazie!

Avoid long waits at on-site sales counters and head straight to the entrance with timed access—so you can make the most of your visit.

Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

Choose your group size: up to 25 for value, 15 for better interaction, or just 7 for the most personalized, immersive Arena experience.

Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum

Special access guided tour of Arena Floor

English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)

Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)

Semi-private group of max 7 people (as per option selected)

Timed entry to the Colosseum

Headsets

Access to the Imperial Fora

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Giannos P
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very professional and fun experience. We were running a bit late for our tour since it was our first time in Italy and we were not aware of the traffic/delays yet the team were accommodating and reassured us that they plan ahead about these matters and we started the tour on time. Our guide was very insightful about the history of the Colosseum as well as humorous which kept the whole experience fun ! 💯 recommended
Marcie H
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Colosseum tour was great. The massive size of the structure is so impressive. Our guide, Fabio was very knowledgeable and passionate about everything we saw. It was nice to see someone love their job so much. He was also fun and friendly. The tour went a little long and it was a bit tiring but we all really enjoyed it.
Cortney B
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Julia our tour guide was amazing! She was very informative and took our group on an awesome journey back in time. She was patient with some of our group who was often slow and empathetic to two group members who "chose" to get lost. All in all great value for money! Highly recommended! 10/10
Alex B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Sara lead a wonderful tour. She spent time getting to know our diverse group and tailor her descriptions, explanations and commentary to our specific interests. I would follow her wherever she leads! My comprehension of Ancient Rome was expanded enormously. Grazie!
Nicola S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Our tour guide was super knowledgeable, he had studied Roman history and archaeology and could answer any questions we had. Great tour. Seeing inside the Colosseum was awe inspiring! Very educational, thoroughly enjoyed it.

Getting started

Meet your guide and breeze past the queues with timed entry. After a quick security check, step into the Colosseum and get ready to travel back in time.

What to expect

The Colosseum – the epic stage of ancient gladiatorial battles – is yours to explore. Follow your expert guide through the seating rows where thousands once gathered, and visit the museum on Level 2, showcasing artifacts from the Colosseum’s past.

Then, step onto the Arena Floor—an exclusive vantage point that most visitors don’t get to see. Stand where gladiators once fought, looking up at the towering ruins from the very heart of the amphitheater.

After your Colosseum experience, continue your journey through ancient Rome. Stroll through the ruins of the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of Roman life, and ascend Palatine Hill for panoramic views of the city.

Wrapping up

Want a more personal experience? Choose a small group tour (15 guests) for a more interactive deep dive, or opt for a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly adventure.

What to bring

A valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.

The full name on each ticket (including children) must exactly match the ID shown at entry.

What’s not allowed

Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.

Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility issues.

All visitors must pass through a mandatory metal-detector security check.

Additional information

Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable.

Arrive at least 15 minutes before check-in; late arrivals cannot be refunded.

Meeting time may change—updates will be sent via call or message.

Tours run rain or shine; in heavy rain, some areas may close for safety.

In July and August, tours may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.

The order of attractions may vary to manage crowds.

There is no timed entrance to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, so queues cannot be skipped, please account for extra time to enter.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.