A
Awful
Our guide told us our tickets were a misprint and told us to just go to the line , no guide no info so we wen to the collessum and don’t even get to see palatine hill or the forum , what a mess
Colosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $56 / person
- Rating
- 3.9 / 5 · 544 reviews
- Languages
- AR, HI, DE, DE
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meet in front of the Basilica San Cosma and Damiano. Look for tour greeters in red Show Me Italy jackets/shirts. They will be waiting next to the large red pillar just in front of the church on the Via dei Fori Imperiali.
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Take a minute to marvel at one of the world's most iconic monuments, the Colosseum. Once inside, feel the sand under your feet, experience the grandeur of the arena from a gladiator’s perspective and get an up-close view of the underground. Your audio guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand, as you wander through arches and climb ancient stone steps, in this magnificent amphitheater.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dive deep into ancient history as you explore the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, the birthplace of Rome that is covered with breathtaking ancient architecture. Learn about Rome’s legendary twins, Romulus and Remus, as well Ancient Rome’s beloved Julius Caesar.
Take advantage of having a passionate guide and small group to see more and learn more about the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With skip-the-line access and a licensed guide expertly leading the way, this experience of Ancient Rome will be unforgettable.
With the Colosseum looming large in the background, the excitement and anticipation rise as you get closer and closer to this world-famous landmark. Get a closer look at the incredibly detailed facade as you make your way through the arches and into the magnificent Colosseum, where you can imagine yourself a part of the roaring crowd that once filled the seats.
Highlights
Entrance Fees
Colosseum Entrance with Audio Guide
Professional Licensed Tour Guide for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (if option selected)
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.
What's included
Included
Entrance Fees
Colosseum Entrance with Audio Guide
Professional Licensed Tour Guide for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (if option selected)
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.
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
3.9
544 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
- 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.
- The meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
- Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the officials for safety reasons)
- There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The wait time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
- Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
- No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
- Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
- 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.
- The itinerary may vary, the tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum.
- Audio Guide Option (if selected): Please ensure each traveler brings their own device and headphones.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Colosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $56 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 10 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 3 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet in front of the Basilica San Cosma and Damiano. Look for tour greeters in red Show Me Italy jackets/shirts. They will be waiting next to the large red pillar just in front of the church on the Via dei Fori Imperiali. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, HI, DE, DE, RU, PT, JA, EL, EN, EN, ZH-CN, IT, IT, FR, ES, SR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(544)
J
Not a good tour company
It says Roman Forum and Palantine Hill will be guided tour and after booking, they said its not guided and just audio tour. So be aware from this tour company
M
A great experience with a few little things to have in mind
The colloseum was amazing and we also visited the Roman Forum beforehand It was a beautiful walk around and the gardens and views were amazing. There were lots of signs with descriptions in both Italian and English - this was useful as we weren't told until the day before that we would need our own headphones for the audio guide and then were not informed what type to bring. You need Bluetooth or anything that plugs into your phone as you download the guide... Also slightly problematic - although it worked out in the end, was the fact that we had booked to go to the Colloseum at 9.30am. We did this deliberately to avoid the heat. It took us until 9.45am to find the man standing around handing out our tickets - he was in front of a church down the street from the metro and the colloseum. Right next to the forum in fact. So I don't know if they never had 9.30 entry tickets or they had given all of those away but when we got there he gave us tickets to get into the colloseum at 11.30am! As I say it worked out well because we walked round the forum and it was worth visiting. But definitely something to keep in mind if your day is time sensitive or you go in the heat as we did. There was shade at the colloseum in the outside but as soon as you walked out onto the terraces to see the actual arena, it was very sunny. The colloseum itself was remarkable. I'm very pleased I got to see this. I would have liked longer in the gardens but my feet were happy to move on as there was still a fair but of walking to do!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and beautiful views. We’re also sorry for the confusion regarding the meeting point, entry time, and audio guide instructions. We truly appreciate you pointing this out, as it helps us improve the experience and communication for future guests. We’re very happy everything worked out in the end and that you had a memorable visit to one of Rome’s most remarkable sites!
L
Ancient Rome and Colosseum
Barbara was our guide. She was extremely informative and adapted the tour to meet our needs as we were a small group. I would recommended this tour to my friends.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that Barbara made the experience informative and personalized for your group. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again!
H
Sites Amazing. Guide less than par.
The sites the amazing. Absolutely stunning. The guide about 30 minutes late and their added information added some value but lacked depth of conversation and inclusion. She didn’t allow for any stops for water on a hot day.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. I’m delighted to hear you found the sites absolutely stunning. I’m very sorry, however, that the guide’s late arrival and the lack of water stops affected your experience, and that the conversation didn’t feel as engaging or inclusive as it should have. We truly appreciate your honesty and will share your comments with the team to help us improve.
B
Tour was not informative and only half guided.
This tour was so disappointing. Our guide didn’t have the knowledge or English language skills to describe the areas we were seeing and share their significance. It was a random fact throwing walk with no connectivity from ruin to ruin or through any historical context. Different centuries, rulers etc just randomly shared without explaining the historical significance. Just was in Greece a week ago and the tour was so well done. This was disappointing. To make matter worse there was no guide with the arena. We were simply told go over there to the white tent and try and go upstairs before they close? Tour didn’t mention only half a guide. Our guides names was Marina and I just don’t think she was right for this
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A
Sylvia is the best
Sylvia was amazing our tour guide was very well informed. She was great and very welcoming to questions.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear that Sylvia made your experience enjoyable and was able to answer all your questions. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her!
O
Fine but not great. Too hot and too long.
Marina was our tour guide. She did her best in English but it was hard to understand her. She also didn’t give us a restroom break and when we asked to go when we saw one, 2.5 hours into the tour, she said we had to hurry to colosseum by 5:30 but then stopped 50 feet from restroom and stood there and talked for 20 minutes. She was very good about telling everyone to get water at every fountain as it was unbearably hot.
J
Great Colloseum/ Forum/Palatine Hill tour
We had a really good experience on this tour. Our guide was excellent, spoke very good English, and covered interesting and relevant topics without belaboring the points. The tour was informative, engaging, and the length was perfect. We were disappointed that the underground portion of the tour was cancelled, as we had been looking forward to seeing it. That said, the rest of the experience was very well done and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour. I would definitely recommend it.
Operator response
Thank you for your detailed feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and appreciated our guide’s knowledge and engaging approach. We’re sorry the underground portion was cancelled and understand your disappointment. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again!
B
Read the fine print
They literally scammed me, I was under the impression that it was a GUIDED tour but it was a self guided tour, and the guy I approached wasn’t very friendly about that news either, like it was my fault you guys falsely advertised? Other than that I did NOT use the audio guide cause it required me to download this weird link. The forum is lovely and so is the Colosseum, I recommend going to an ACTUAL guided tour with a seperate company.
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