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Excellent tour.
The tour was very informative and interesting. Our guide, Stefano, was an excellent guide, his knowledge was superb.
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Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $67 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 178 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 3 days before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Walkers Tours
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is located on the second floor of the Colosseo metro station. It is located in front of the entrance of the primary school. Our staff will wear a dark blue uniform with the City Walkers logo. Please arrive 20 minutes early.It is mandatory to bring the ID
Description
Discover the timeless wonders of Ancient Rome on a small-group tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, limited to a maximum of 15 participants. Explore the Eternal City’s most iconic landmarks, from the legendary Colosseum to the hill where Rome was founded and the Forum that once stood at the heart of the Roman Empire. Accompanied by a professional local guide, this experience offers a rich and engaging journey through Roman history, with fascinating stories, historical context, and expert insights. The small-group setting ensures a more personal, comfortable, and immersive visit, ideal for travelers who value quality, depth, and an authentic cultural experience.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:15 AM, 11:15 AM, and 1:15 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $67
- Child (ages 5–17)
- $47
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- $6
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 59 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Colosseum
Colosseum The Colosseum, also known as the Flavio Amphitheater, is a magnificent oval architecture in the center of Rome, built with travertine, tuff and brick-faced concrete. It is the largest construction ever built in ancient Rome. It is located east of the Roman Forum. Emperor Vespasian began construction in 72 AD and was completed in 80 AD by his successor Titus.
Roman Forum
Roman Forum The Roman Forum, also known as Forum Romanum, is a square surrounded by the ruins of several important buildings of the former government of Rome in the city center. Originally a market, the citizens of the ancient city referred to this place as the Magnum Forum. Immerse yourself in ancient culture to learn the way of life that Rome’s predecessors lived.
Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill The Palatine Hill is the only hill of the Seven Hills of Rome, located in the center of Rome. It is the oldest place in the city, 40 meters above the Roman Forum, facing the Circus Maximus. The imperial palaces of Augustus were built here.
What's included
Included
Entrance fee for the Colosseum Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (adult 18 € - children 0 €)
Booking fee 2€
Headphones Tour of the Colosseum
Tourist Guide Officer
Not included
Private transportation
Any Private Expense
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
178 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $67 is 40% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ticket price: Adult 18 - Children (under18) 0 €
- 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.
- Costumers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to guarantee a smooth departure of the activity
- 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.
Cancellation
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.
3+ days before100% refund
0–3 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour take?
Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour cost?
Prices start at $67 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.
What days does Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:15 AM, 11:15 AM, and 1:15 PM.
How much does Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–17 pay from $47, adults from $67.
Does Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour sell out?
It can: 59 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Ultimate Colosseum Small Group 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 The meeting point is located on the second floor of the Colosseo metro station. It is located in front of the entrance of the primary school. Our staff will wear a dark blue uniform with the City Walkers logo. Please arrive 20 minutes early.It is mandatory to bring the ID. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Ultimate Colosseum Small Group Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Ticket price: Adult 18 - Children (under18) 0 €
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(178)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Must do experience.
Tour location was ralatively easy to find using maps. Set up team was very relaxed and accommodating. Tour guide, Barbara. was very knowledgable and thorough. Easy to understand (although headphones made it hard sometimes). We ran a little long however we could’ve spent even more time.
R
Seeing the best of the Coliseum is
We had a tremendous tour of the Coliseum and the Roman Forum. Our tour guide Alec was very knowledgeable and helped answer any questions.
B
Must do a small group tour!
Definitely book a small group tour. This is really the only way to easily see the Colosseum. You bypass the lines and large crowds. The tour guides really know their stuff, and it shows by the amount of knowledge they share with you. Enjoy your tour!
Z
Best Tour Guide IRENE
I had the wonderful experience of visiting the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a small group of 14 members with IRENE. I would totally recommend it. She is lively and jolly. I was with my wife and an infant in a stroller. She made sure we were comfortable and waited for us as we were with the strollers through the stairs.
V
Very informative guide. Enjoyable tour
Our guide,Sylvia R was great! She was very informative and kept our tourgroup moving thru the crowd of other tourists.
C
Great tour
Our tour guide Ivano was fantastic and made the tour! You could tell how passionate he was about the history of the Colosseum! Great talker with a sense of humor.
D
Coliseum and Palentine
Our tour began promptly and professionally exactly where we were instructed to meet. Our guide Te Te is an actual professor of art history and has a passion for the Coliseum. She was engaging our teenagers and made our experience just perfect. We would highly recommend this tour.
C
Somewhat disappointing
We were disappointed in the tour. It felt rushed and the guide didn’t provide much information. We didn’t even get to the bottom of the colosseum. Also we thought Roman Forum was included in the tour, but there was no tour. Yes the entrance fee was included, but the guide didn’t walk us through the Roman Forum.
S
Small Group Tour left much to be desired 😔
I am sorry to say that our tour left much to be desired. Our guide was an older gentleman and while he was very knowledgeable, he was not very engaging, especially since there were several teenagers in the group. Given that we booked a small group tour and paid extra, it was disappointing to see other guides engaging their groups with pictures and stories of the forum and Colloseum. We consider ourselves lucky to have visited these amazing spots, but not in the tour we got :(
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