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: 2026-02-23T12:15:00
End: 2026-02-23T14:45:00
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

Free cancellation

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

(12,009)

Laura

Jan 2026

Verified booking

Our visit to the Colosseum was exceptional thanks to Valentina. Her deep knowledge of Roman history and her ability to narrate the events made the ruins come alive before our eyes. Not only does she master the historical facts, but she has an infectious enthusiasm and incredible patience to answer all our questions. If you are looking for an enriching and enjoyable experience, I highly recommend taking the tour with her. Thank you, Valentina, for making this trip unforgettable! The gaditanas.

Annette

Feb 2026

Verified booking

The tour was very well organized. Everything worked smoothly from beginning to end. We had a wonderful guide who addressed every question thoughtfully and explained everything clearly and vividly. He provided not only detailed explanations but also many valuable insights that made the experience especially enriching. It was truly an excellent experience.

Rosa

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Good morning! We couldn't point to one specific thing because we loved everything in general. It's a monument worth visiting. Perhaps there was one small issue. The guide went so fast that we had to leave before the end because otherwise we would have missed out on seeing many things. The guide's explanation was great, except for the speed. Best regards.

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 between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.

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)

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
Elisabetta
Feb 2026
Verified booking
We took this tour because, even though we were born in Rome, we had never been inside the Colosseum. We really enjoyed walking among the ruins of the Forum and the Palatine Hill, but the thing that fascinated us most was the Colosseum itself. Seeing up close what we had seen on TV and listening to the exciting story told by our guide Francesca (Morelli) was thrilling, and even our grandchildren were captivated by the story. I recommend wearing comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking involved. The only flaw I noticed during the online booking process was that there is no option to reserve seats for disabled people. As a cancer patient, I was entitled to a reduced booking, but in the online chat (because you can't actually talk to anyone on the phone), they told me I had to go to the normal ticket office. However, apart from this minor issue, everything was very nice.
Annette
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The tour was very well organized. Everything worked smoothly from beginning to end. We had a wonderful guide who addressed every question thoughtfully and explained everything clearly and vividly. He provided not only detailed explanations but also many valuable insights that made the experience especially enriching. It was truly an excellent experience.
Gabriel
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Excellent tour! Special mention to Elida, who provided us with unique information and records on the history of the civilization that has most influenced the development of our Western culture. Thank you for your charisma and educational approach to guiding us.
Monica
Feb 2026
Verified booking
I loved everything, but our guide Esther is amazing. She explains everything in detail and really well. I left feeling very happy and will be back. I hope I get her again. She is a wonderful person and very professional.
Henry
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The tour was amazing and Laura, our guide was not only knowledgeable but also great fun and very welcoming. It was clear that she was very passionate about the history she was telling us.

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 - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Saturday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Sunday	8:30am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm

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 - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Thursday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Friday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Saturday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm
Sunday	9:00am - 5:00pm	last entry 4:00pm

Colosseum arena tours

Monday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Thursday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Friday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Saturday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm
Sunday	9:00am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:30pm

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.