Rome: Colosseum with Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Guided Tour

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(6,517 reviews)
Rome, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Step into Ancient Rome on a guided tour featuring exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena Floor. Stand where gladiators once fought and emperors watched roaring crowds as your expert guide brings the amphitheater’s dramatic history to life with fascinating stories and insights.

Continue to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and former home of emperors. Enjoy panoramic views over the city while discovering the ruins of ancient palaces and residences.

Then explore the Roman Forum, the center of political, religious, and social life in ancient Rome. See historic landmarks including the Temple of Julius Caesar and learn about the people and events that shaped the Roman Empire.

Combining Arena Floor access with expert storytelling, this tour offers an engaging way to discover Rome’s most iconic ancient landmarks and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and legends.

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Santi Cosma e Damiano

The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica, in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1 (halfway, near the Roman Forum entrance). Our staff will be wearing a light blue vest with our logos on. Please arrive 15 minutes early—late arrivals cannot join the tour.

End point
Colosseum

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Foro Romano

    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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    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.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

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
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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