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: 2026-07-11T11:30:00
End: 2026-07-11T14:00:00
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 hrs 30 mins - 3 hrs

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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.

4.5/5(12,265)

Jessica C

Solo

Verified booking

2 days ago

Our guide was super friendly, and definitely knew his stuff! Although limited on time, he highlighted the most interesting and important parts of the Roman forum and colosseum. Entering the arena was worth it too, and I enjoyed how the tour ended there so we could take our time and enjoy the colosseum on our own afterwards. Very grateful that he chose shady spots for us throughout the tour to get some relief from the heat!

Andrea M

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Paula was our patient, very knowledgeable tour guide, who gave us such valuable information to make our tour worthwhile and memorable. Her understanding of the area history is remarkable and shows such love and passion for what she does. I recommend the Colosseum and Palatine Hill tour for all those reasons. My only concern were the directions and instructions to get to the starting point. A check in was never mentioned also, there were no white flags as directed, nor was the tour guide wearing the specified attire. Had it not been for some diligent effort on our part we may never have met this devoted employee, Paula nor enjoyed the tour. Andrea

Thomas C

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

This was our first booked activity after arriving in Rome in the morning and it was one of the best things we did on our 3 day trip. The colloseum is impressive in itself but our guide Gini really brought it to life. She was fun, friendly and knowledgeable. Especially showing us pictures of how the Roman forum would have looked and showing us some vantage points that we would not have otherwise seen and explaining what would have happened in each. I would definitely recommend this type of tour and a big thank you to Gini, who not only was a fab tour guide but took some great photos of us. Thank you 😊

Renata N

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The guide had a deep knowledge of the history and managed to share it in an engaging way. The group tour definitely helps you make the most of your time. These are places steeped in history that are worth taking the time to appreciate and try to imagine everything that happened there. It’s not just a place for taking photos!

Joseph A

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Superb tour. Well organized, with friendly faces at the meeting point. Our tour guide, Henri, was very knowledgeable and incredibly funny- I liked how relaxed it felt, it was a proper tour but still felt warm. The colosseum was excellent, but in truth seeing the Pallatine hill and all the ruins is the real deal.

Giovanni M

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

A wonderful experience. Our guide, Federica, was very knowledgeable, clear, and professional. She immersed us in Roman history with great passion. I hope to see her again and have her as our guide on future tours!

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

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Andrea M
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Paula was our patient, very knowledgeable tour guide, who gave us such valuable information to make our tour worthwhile and memorable. Her understanding of the area history is remarkable and shows such love and passion for what she does. I recommend the Colosseum and Palatine Hill tour for all those reasons. My only concern were the directions and instructions to get to the starting point. A check in was never mentioned also, there were no white flags as directed, nor was the tour guide wearing the specified attire. Had it not been for some diligent effort on our part we may never have met this devoted employee, Paula nor enjoyed the tour. Andrea
Thomas C
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
This was our first booked activity after arriving in Rome in the morning and it was one of the best things we did on our 3 day trip. The colloseum is impressive in itself but our guide Gini really brought it to life. She was fun, friendly and knowledgeable. Especially showing us pictures of how the Roman forum would have looked and showing us some vantage points that we would not have otherwise seen and explaining what would have happened in each. I would definitely recommend this type of tour and a big thank you to Gini, who not only was a fab tour guide but took some great photos of us. Thank you 😊
Maria G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We loved the tour and our guide but the confusion created by Carpe Diem before the tour we disliked. First we received information that our tour starting 9.30 was cancelled. We offered another different tour. We were offered a 15% payback. Which we still have not received. We accepted, our tour would start at 10.00. We again received an app from Carpe Diem that our tour would start at 10.30. Much to our surprise, on our way to the meeting point I received a call from from Carpe Diem. With the question , where are you? Your tour start at 10.00????
María H
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
We really enjoyed it because our guide, Sonia, made it very entertaining even though it was a long tour; we started at 9:30 a.m. and finished at 12:45 p.m. What I didn’t like—and didn’t understand—is that six days before the tour, they sent us a message saying that due to restrictions at the Colosseum, the guide wouldn’t be able to enter and would leave us at the gate. When we went in, there were large groups with guides, so I don’t know what’s really going on—maybe they just don’t want to pay for the guide’s ticket... I don’t know about the rest, though.
Jessica C
Solo
Verified booking
2 days ago
Our guide was super friendly, and definitely knew his stuff! Although limited on time, he highlighted the most interesting and important parts of the Roman forum and colosseum. Entering the arena was worth it too, and I enjoyed how the tour ended there so we could take our time and enjoy the colosseum on our own afterwards. Very grateful that he chose shady spots for us throughout the tour to get some relief from the heat!

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.

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.