


Discover ancient Rome like never before on this VIP Colosseum Tour in a small group of up to 7 people. Enjoy entry to the iconic amphitheater and explore it with your expert, English-speaking guide, who will bring to life the thrilling stories of gladiators, emperors, and legendary battles. After your guided experience, continue with self-guided access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where the ruins of temples and imperial palaces reveal the grandeur of Rome’s past. Your ticket also includes entry to the Mamertine Prison, a powerful and historic site where Saints Peter and Paul were once held. Designed for history lovers, this intimate tour combines expert storytelling, flexibility, and comfort — the perfect way to experience the Eternal City’s most iconic landmarks.
In demand: 18 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 27.
Enjoy a guided visit inside the world’s most famous amphitheater — the Colosseum. With an expert, English-speaking guide and in a small VIP group of up to 7 people, you’ll explore the arena where gladiators once battled before roaring crowds and Roman emperors. Learn about the incredible architecture, hidden mechanisms, and dramatic stories that made the Colosseum the symbol of imperial power. Walk through its ancient corridors and stands as your guide brings the past to life with fascinating details and historical insights. This intimate guided tour ensures a personal, crowd-free experience of one of the greatest monuments in human history.
Walk through the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of ancient Rome’s political, religious, and social life. With your included ticket, explore at your own pace the ruins of temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches that once echoed with the voices of senators, priests, and orators. Imagine the processions, trials, and speeches that shaped the destiny of an empire. Admire landmarks such as the Temple of Saturn, Arch of Septimius Severus, and the House of the Vestal Virgins. Each stone tells a story of power, faith, and ambition. Take your time to wander, reflect, and capture photos in this open-air museum — a place where history feels alive beneath your feet.
Continue your journey to the Palatine Hill, one of the most ancient and legendary parts of Rome. According to myth, this is where Romulus founded the city in 753 BC. As you explore the ruins of imperial palaces and lush gardens, imagine life as it was for the emperors who ruled the ancient world from these heights. Enjoy breathtaking views over the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus, offering perfect photo opportunities and a sense of peace above the busy city. With your self-guided access, you can stroll through the area at your own pace, discovering hidden corners and ancient frescoes that reveal the grandeur of Rome’s golden age.
Your ticket also includes access to the Mamertine Prison, one of Rome’s most sacred and ancient sites. Located beneath the Capitoline Hill, this underground cell dates back over 2,000 years and is believed to have held Saints Peter and Paul before their martyrdom. Step into this powerful place of faith and history, where stone walls still echo the stories of justice and redemption. Visit at your own pace and take time to reflect in this quiet, atmospheric corner of ancient Rome — a truly moving experience that complements your journey through the Eternal City’s past.
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Colosseum Small Group Tour with Mamertine Prison Access lasts about 2h–2h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $102 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
It can: 18 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Meeting point is in front of the metro station Colosseum, next to the green kiosk. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Colosseum Small Group Tour with Mamertine Prison Access | 2h–2h 30min | 2.5 (2) | $102 | |
Small Group Tour: Colosseum & Roman Forum with Arena Floor Access | 2h 30min | 4.8 (996) | $97 | View |
Colosseum Only Arena Floor and Mamertine Prison Guided Tour | 1–2 hours | 4.5 (2) | $182 | View |
Guided External Tour Colosseum, Forum Palatine & Mamertine Prison | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $113 | View |
Colosseum St Peter in Chains Church and Mamertine Prison Tour | 3h 30min | 5.0 (1) | $332 | View |
Rome: St Paul Outside the Walls, Mamertine Prison, 3 Fontane Tour | 3h 30min | 4.9 (28) | $509 | View |
Guided tour Colossum & Ancient Roma & Mamertine Prison | 1h 10min | — | $113 | View |