Step back in time on this Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour, where the fascinating history of the Roman Empire comes to life! Explore the iconic Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with an expert guide who will transport you to a time of gladiators, emperors, and epic battles. For a truly unique experience, opt for Arena Access to stand where the gladiators once fought. With captivating storytelling, this tour is your gateway to Rome’s ancient wonders!
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 236 of the next 527 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Your guide will share the exciting history of this legendary amphitheater and bring its epic past to life.
For those upgrading to Arena access, step into the gladiators' shoes and get up close to the action. Hear thrilling tales of battles fought and the ancient spectacle that once captivated thousands.
Next, head to Palatine Hill, where Rome’s legendary origins come alive. Stroll through the ruins of ancient palaces, take in breathtaking views of the city, and learn about the emperors who once called this hill home.
Finally, wander through the Roman Forum, the bustling heart of ancient Rome. Discover the remains of temples, markets, and public spaces, and hear how this once-vibrant area shaped the history of the Roman Empire.
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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.
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Optional Arena Access lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $56 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 24 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Children aged 6–17 pay from $11, adults from $30.
It can: 236 of the next 527 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 3 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Head to the terrace above the “Colosseo” Metro Station. Once at the top look for the footbridge, after the footbridge, walk up the road on your left-hand side. Check in with our staff at the office, No. 13. Guests must arrive at least 30 minutes in advance of starting time for check in. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, EN, EN, ZH-CN, IT, FR, FR, ES, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Giano Travel.
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This was our fourth trip to the Coliseum over the years and this was by far the very best tour we've ever had! Ours included the underground as well as the Coliseum and the forum. We chose a private guide and Giacomo was absolutely outstanding!
We had an excellent guide, Jean Baptiste, who was able to share his knowledge with both the adults and the children in the group. His explanations fascinated our grandchildren. Thank you again.
It was amazing. Our guide was very informative, interactive and present! He paid attention to every person in the tour an made sure we all understood what he was explaining about the history. I would 100% recommend! Sadly I don't remember his name. He only does one tour a day to give his best an he did for sure!
Must see experience. Our guide was great, super informative, and the tour group gave perfect directions. The audio headset was a fantastic experience. Saw other groups having to yell, whereas we were all set. Could have spent mire time at the colosseum, but I think that was limited to get people in snd out, so I don’t blame the guide. Overall - super great and ai would definitely do it again.
We thoroughly enjoyed the tour with our guide, Lydia. She was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to. She really seemed to love what she does. The tour was a little rushed, but there was a lot to see AND we were free to explore on our own afterward. This was a great tour.
Very knowledgeable tour guide. He was awesome!! Friendly with guests and friendly. Just seemed like a great guy.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Optional Arena Access | 2h 30min | 4.8 (6) | $56 | |
 Colosseum & Forum with Optional Arena or Underground Access | 1–3 hours | 4.7 (5,383) | $113 | View |
 Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour with Optional Arena Floor Access | 2 hours | 4.3 (957) | $67 | View |
 Rome: Colosseum with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill + Arena Optional | 3 hours | 4.6 (1,541) | $55 | View |
 Colosseum Express Group Tour with Optional Arena Access | 1h 15min | 4.4 (135) | $63 | View |
 Ancient Rome and Colosseum Guided Tour with Undergrounds Optional | 1–3 hours | 4.4 (1,077) | $86 | View |
 Colosseum & Forum Private Tour + Optional Arena or Underground | 3 hours | 4.8 (113) | $410 | View |