Colosseum with Gladiator Arena Floor, Forum & Palatine Hill Tour
Description
Take a trip back in time to ancient Rome on our small group tour of the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine hill, including an exclusive visit to the awe-inspiring amphitheatre’s arena floor. Strap on your sandals and follow in the footsteps of the gladiators as we relive the bloody spectacles that left ancient Roman audiences spellbound: in the company of an expert archaeologist you’ll learn all about the drama of the deadly ancient games, and have the chance to walk out onto the arena floor to see exactly what the gladiators saw almost 2,000 years ago. Our in-depth exploration of ancient Rome will continue in the fascinating Forum, the beating heart of the classical city. Conclude your tour in the evocative ruins of the nearby Palatine hill, where generations of Roman emperors lived in palaces of unimaginable luxury. Our Colosseum tour with arena floor access is the best way to experience ancient Rome - book your place today!
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Itinerary
Colosseum
Roman Forum
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Inside the Roman Forum
Inside the Roman Forum
It is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire." The site is now mainly a large open-air museum while the Palatine Museum houses many finds from the excavations here and from other ancient Italian sites.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- 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.
- Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- 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.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Reviews(169)
Our small group tour guide, Paolo, was great. He was extremely knowledgeable and the pacing was just right. An added fun bonus was his culinary botanical pop quizzes. He actively helped us manage the summer weather by seeking out shade for us to stand under and a couple cold drinking fountain stops. I highly recommend this tour.
Donatella was world class, she gave us a tour that made it feel like we were experiencing it first hand. She is passionate and understands the history so well. Thanks for a wonderful day.
I had the most wonderful time with my family and learnt so much during the 3 hour tour. Our guide Donnatella Mauceri was so knowledgeable and made a concerted effort to make the tour special. It has always been one of my dreams to go to see the Colosseum and she really made it incredibly memorable. A true dream come true, made better with a great guide.
Marta was great on a very hot day, told it was 40C. tour was informative allowing for photographs and Marta was kind enough to take family pics on several occasions. Being a hot day she included stops at water fountains to top up bottles. I can recommend this small group tour - no standing in line for tickets, quick entrance through various points including bag searches.
Donatella was an excellent guide. So knowledgeable and had many extra facts and information which made the tour even more enjoyable. Very patient and considerate guide Thank you .
Please put your legal name because I put my nickname on the ticket and they would not let me participate on the tour even though I paid for it and I had the tickets. No refund!
Outstanding tour guide! Knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate. Made the Colosseum and Forum come alive with fascinating history. Highly recommend!
We truly appreciate your fantastic feedback, Frank! It's wonderful to know that our tour guide could bring the Colosseum and Forum to life for you. Thank you for recommending us!
Donatella was amazing. She knew so much about the Coliseum, the Forum & the Paletine Hill. This was a great tour and I’m glad she was the one who was our guide.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with Donatella. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. Her passion for history and wealth of knowledge truly make these ancient sites come to life, and we're delighted that she helped make your visit so memorable. Thank you for choosing to tour with us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Rome!
What a great tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny! 10/10 reccomend!
Donatella was fantastic! She was informative and considerate. It was intensely hot (95 F) and she consistently found little bits of shade and cool water stops for us to stay hydrated, all while sharing bits of knowledge and giving us context to imagine the splendor, architecture, and everyday life of Romans in centuries past. It seemed that every other tour group we passed was huge. Ours was just 6 people - truly semi private - which gave us freedom to ask lots of questions and take some great pictures. Donatella’s deep knowledge and obvious passion for Rome were apparent throughout. And it was a huge advantage for her to navigate our way through the insane crowds trying to get into the coliseum - we definitely made it through the lines and security much faster than people without tour guides! Thank you so much, Dona!
