Entry and reservation fee are included at €245 per person, with a 5 rating across 287 reviews. Booklets are in English only, and start times can move with ticket slots.
Best for: For ages five to ten, choose Colosseum Tour for Kids: private Colosseum and Forum games, minimum two, at €245 per person; 5 from 287 reviews. Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours comparison
Trade-off: Forum guided; Palatine not on the guided route.
In our comparison: #5 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €245 per adult.
Children from €119 (ages 3 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 287 of 287
Star breakdown of all 287 ratings
Reviewers praise the engaging guides and flexible family pace; hot weather can be hard on children
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 October 2025 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Before you begin your tour, each child will receive a bag with an interactive booklet and other useful gadgets that will make them truly feel like little archaeologists. Follow your guide and begin your journey through ancient Roman history! Your tour will begin at one of the most beautiful monuments of Rome – the Colosseum. Admire ancient Rome’s iconic accomplishment, a perfect backdrop for a family photo. Make sure your children are listening carefully and have their booklet in hand! Learn about the gladiator games and the wild animal hunts as you walk through this 2000 year old landmark of Rome. Climb your way up to the second tier of the Colosseum where you can imagine the deafening applause during the bloody games. Pretend to catch a glimpse of the Emperor as he decided the fate of the poor souls in the arena.
1h · Admission includedThe impressive Roman Forum is an explorer’s paradise and your interactive booklet will help you learn the stories of “downtown” Rome. Climb over ancient ruins and even drink from genuine Roman fountain! The history of this site is sure to appeal to children and adults! Our final stop leads us to the remains of the temple of ancient history’s most famous character, Julius Gaius Caesar. Our guide will make sure you explore the Roman Forum up, down and around. This unique tour is not just for kids! The whole family is guaranteed to leave with an arsenal of knowledge about ancient Rome that you are sure to take home with you!
1h 30m · Admission includedOur Private Family Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome is a fun and interactive way for families to experience one of Italy's most greatest treasures. The tour is designed to get children and adults alike excited about history!
We believe that each tour is a great opportunity to engage and learn with your kids, and foster their natural curiosity. Armed with interactive booklets, quizzes and games, everyone will enjoy an exciting exploration of the spectacular Colosseum and the ancient Roman Forum with your private expert family friendly tour guide.
Your personal guide will take the helm on this thrilling journey through the Colosseum, tracing the path of ancient gladiators.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 132 | €245 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (287) | private |
| Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared |
| German Colosseum and Roman Forum | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared |
| Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | shared |
Ranked #5 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €1500, median €115; typical length 2h 30m. 41 of 132 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 132 Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours