--- title: Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 149 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 3890 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 3 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/ --- # Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People **Guidekin's take:** The splurge for people who hate headsets and crowds: a semi private group capped at six, the arena floor option and a guide with time for questions. Entry and reservation fees are included at €149 per person. It costs a few times more than a standard group tour, and the 4.94 rating suggests most guests feel it earns that. In our comparison: #3 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a comprehensive, fun and engaging tour of Colosseum and the Ancient Roman Forum. In your semi private intimate group of only 6 people max), follow your local, expert and passionate guide through the wonders of the archaeological park of Rome: the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. In the Colosseum you will enjoy access to the arena floor through the Gladiator entrance, walking on and learning all about where battles took place while taking incredible photos! ## Before you book - Meeting point: In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, - Group size varies by option: max 6 from €149 · private from €255 - 18 start times: between 08:00 and 16:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €134: ages 3 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €149 per person for the Option WITHOUT the Arena option; other options up to €255 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 3890 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: LivTours - Group: Group size varies by option: max 6 from €149 · private from €255 - Guide languages: English - Start times: 18 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.94 from 3890 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 3832 of 3890. - 5 stars: 3755 (97%) - 4 stars: 77 (2%) - 3 stars: 28 (1%) - 2 stars: 13 (0%) - 1 star: 17 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and small groups; the walk can be uncomfortable in hot, crowded conditions. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides who explain the sites through stories - Small groups allow personal attention and plenty of questions - An unhurried pace with opportunities for photos - Considerate guides who find shade and allow water breaks - Pictures and illustrations help guests visualise the ancient sites **Complaints:** - Heat and crowds make parts of the walk uncomfortable - Some struggle to find the meeting point, while others locate it easily Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-07 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Option WITHOUT the Arena | €149 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours Small group of max 6 people: Book this option if the Arena is NOT available to enjoy a comprehensive visit of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. | | Colosseum ARENA & Ancient Rome | €199 / person | English | Small Group of 6 people max: Colosseum and Roman Forum tour, a comprehensive visit to the world’s largest amphitheater, with ARENA entrance included. | | Private Tour UPGRADE | €255 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 3 hours Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum: Enjoy special access and walk in the footsteps of Ancient Romans with your very own Private Guide. | ## What's included - Professional, local, expert guide - Colosseum entrance with optional arena access (valued at €24 per person) - Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 people - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. - Access to the Arena Floor through the Gladiator's Gate entrance (if option selected) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h 30m; admission included) - Begin your tour entering the Colosseum, the world's most famous arena. Right away you will see the benefits of a TRULY small group of ONLY 6 people max, guaranteed. As you enter the Colosseum, you will enjoy exclusive access to the Arena Floor and the Gladiator Entrance,... 2. **Roman Forum** (1h; admission included) - Continue down into the valley of the magical Roman Forum, the once upon a time heart center of the bustling city of Ancient Rome. Here, admire the incredible remains of the ancient Temples that used to stand right on these grounds, along with the Ancient Roman Governmental... 3. **Palatine Hill** (30m; admission included) - Climb up the breathtaking Palatine Hill, the locus of major imperial villas, most notable of Augustus' expansive and incredibly ambitious Imperial Home. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Circus Maximus and of the Aventine Hill and marvel at the incredibly well preserved remains... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B). PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EilMLmdvIEdhZXRhbmEgQWduZXNpLCAwMDE4NCBSb21hIFJNLCBJdGFseSIuKiwKFAoSCceVSca2YS8TERw8YpiRW1b5EhQKEgm7jpL5lmEvExE4bmWTBncPuQ ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - The colosseum currently guarantees special access to the arena floor which is off limits to the general public. The arena area is where the gladiator fights took place and also gives you the closest view of the underground area possible - 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. - 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. - Remember to bring a valid photo ID for each passenger - Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability. - The above itinerary is an example, the order of the sites might change depending on the scheduled slot. - Guests with wheelchair accessibility needs will find difficulty with this semi-private tour. In order to ensure a tour with alternative routes, please inquire with our customer support team and we will find you a barrier-free tour. ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 132** | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | varies by option | | [Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour](/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared | | [German Colosseum and Roman Forum](/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared | | [Private Colosseum, Roman Forum Tour: Arena Floor or Family Option](/italy/rome/tours/private-colosseum-roman-forum-tour-arena-floor-or-family-option/?format=md) | €245 | 3h | 4.97 (546) | private | Ranked #3 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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