Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour
Start: 2026-04-14T10:30:00
End: 2026-04-14T13:30:00
Location: Rome

Colosseum exterior with tourists, part of the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum guided tour in Rome.

Tourists exploring the Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.

Tour group viewing ancient graffiti at Colosseum exhibit, Rome.

Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.

Duration

2 hr 30 min - 3 hr

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Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Glimpse the Roman Empire as you tour the Colosseum, its fighting pit, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a guide and priority entry.

4.4/5

(12,190)

Nathan V

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Ill start with what we didn't like. This tour says it includes the Arena floor this is incorrect it doesn't include the Arena floor so we paid extra money for something that wasn't available. Now onto what we enjoyed the meeting point was easy to find. The tour guide was very good shared loads of interesting knowledge from the days of Julius Ceaser so so interesting really informative seeing the roman forum the palatine Hill and the Colosseum the facts and knowledge shared about the Colosseum mond blowing and to see it infront of our eyes just jaw dropping just a shame the title of the tour is wrong

Grace O

Solo

Verified booking

2 days ago

Our tour group was just a family of 4 and my friend and I so the tour guide was able to answer any questions we had and be able to expand upon them. He told us some interesting stories/history about the colosseum and also the differences in gladiator ranks and how that reflects their fighting schedule. He also clarified any famous myths about the colosseum and told us the official historical knowledge that the archeologics have about that time. Although the colosseum itself was full the tour didn't feel rushed or anything like that.

Alda F

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Anna led the tour flawlessly. She was extremely attentive from start to finish, ensuring that we visited all the key sites without running behind schedule and keeping the group engaged throughout. What really set her apart was the way she presented the history: comprehensive, educational, and rich in context, providing not only information but also real learning along the way. A very well-conducted experience. Highly recommended guide.

Martin H

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Really good and very informative guide. Went in April and was busy, especially Palatine hill. Be wary of the Italian toilets as few a far between with queues. Really well organised from the meeting to getting a txt the night before with PDF and where to meet. We probably did 3 hours in the end and fantastic views with our booking both inside the colosseum and the hill. Had the arena floor wit this which I feel is a must.

Elizabeth B

Family

Verified booking

2 days ago

Elizabeth our tour guide was amazing, so knowledgeable and passionate. The tour package was well worth it especially when getting to the Colosseum which was chaotic. We did need ID which so far was the only time we did but photos of ID was sufficient.

Victor A

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

An excellent tour, very well organized from the moment we met up, with attention to every detail to make it a unique experience. Our guide, Pablo, was a wonderful host—highly recommended. We’ll definitely book this tour again on our next visit to Rome.

Skip the long lines at on-site sales counter and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.

Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

Choose your group size: up to 25 for value, 15 for better interaction, or just 7 for the most personalized, immersive Arena experience.

Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum

Special access guided tour of Arena Floor

English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)

Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)

Semi-private group of max 7 people (as per option selected)

Timed entry to the Colosseum

Headsets

You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
April P
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
We booked the English speaking guide. She was absolutely lovely and her English seemed very good but her accent meant that we could barely understand her - therefore we achieved very little understanding from the tour. She kindly took the group to a different entrance to the forum. Having all gone through the entrance and security check , 4 people in our group were told they could not use this entrance so EVERYONE had to leave and we had join the long queue at the main entrance. Such a waste of time - though the guide was doing this out of kindness it backfired. There was no tour of the coleseum and no briefing about it beforehand (I don't think tour guides are allowed inside but a shame we didn't get any briefing about it). It was all rather disappointing and I have sadly gained almost no new knowledge.
Nathan V
Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
Ill start with what we didn't like. This tour says it includes the Arena floor this is incorrect it doesn't include the Arena floor so we paid extra money for something that wasn't available. Now onto what we enjoyed the meeting point was easy to find. The tour guide was very good shared loads of interesting knowledge from the days of Julius Ceaser so so interesting really informative seeing the roman forum the palatine Hill and the Colosseum the facts and knowledge shared about the Colosseum mond blowing and to see it infront of our eyes just jaw dropping just a shame the title of the tour is wrong
Grace O
Solo
Verified booking
2 days ago
Our tour group was just a family of 4 and my friend and I so the tour guide was able to answer any questions we had and be able to expand upon them. He told us some interesting stories/history about the colosseum and also the differences in gladiator ranks and how that reflects their fighting schedule. He also clarified any famous myths about the colosseum and told us the official historical knowledge that the archeologics have about that time. Although the colosseum itself was full the tour didn't feel rushed or anything like that.
Alda F
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Anna led the tour flawlessly. She was extremely attentive from start to finish, ensuring that we visited all the key sites without running behind schedule and keeping the group engaged throughout. What really set her apart was the way she presented the history: comprehensive, educational, and rich in context, providing not only information but also real learning along the way. A very well-conducted experience. Highly recommended guide.
Martin H
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Really good and very informative guide. Went in April and was busy, especially Palatine hill. Be wary of the Italian toilets as few a far between with queues. Really well organised from the meeting to getting a txt the night before with PDF and where to meet. We probably did 3 hours in the end and fantastic views with our booking both inside the colosseum and the hill. Had the arena floor wit this which I feel is a must.

Getting started

Meet your guide and breeze past the queues with timed entry. After a quick security check, step into the Colosseum and get ready to travel back in time.

What to expect

The Colosseum – the epic stage of ancient gladiatorial battles – is yours to explore. Follow your expert guide through the seating rows where thousands once gathered, and visit the museum on Level 2, showcasing artifacts from the Colosseum’s past.

Then, step onto the Arena Floor—an exclusive vantage point that most visitors don’t get to see. Stand where gladiators once fought, looking up at the towering ruins from the very heart of the amphitheater.

After your Colosseum experience, continue your journey through ancient Rome. Stroll through the ruins of the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of Roman life, and ascend Palatine Hill for panoramic views of the city.

Wrapping up

Want a more personal experience? Choose a small group tour (15 guests) for a more interactive deep dive, or opt for a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly adventure.

Colosseum

Monday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

Palatine Hill

Monday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

Roman Forum

Monday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

Colosseum arena tours

Monday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

What to bring

A valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.

The full name on each ticket (including children) must exactly match the ID shown at entry.

What’s not allowed

Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.

Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility issues.

All visitors must pass through a mandatory metal-detector security check.

Additional information

Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable.

Arrive at least 15 minutes before check-in; late arrivals cannot be refunded.

Meeting time may change—updates will be sent via call or message.

Tours run rain or shine; in heavy rain, some areas may close for safety.

In July and August, tours may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.

The order of attractions may vary to manage crowds.

There is no timed entrance to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, so queues cannot be skipped—please account for extra time to enter.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.