Arena ticket, guide and headsets are included at €189 per person. The regular levels and the upper tiers are not part of the arena ticket, and the meeting point is half an hour before the start.
In our comparison: #88 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
7 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| English | Small Group of Max 7The page priceEnglish | Arena Floor + Forum : This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €189 |
| Portuguese | Private Guide Portuguese | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
| Spanish | Private Guide Spanish | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
| German | Private Guide German | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
| French | Private Guide French | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
| English | Private GuideEnglish | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
| Italian | Private Guide Italian | Arena Floor + Forum: This includes a 1h guided visit of the Arena Floor (No Regular Levels & No Underground) + 1.5h guided tour to the Roman Forum Duration: 3 hours | €369 for 2+ people |
Children from €179 (ages 4 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 139 of 150
Star breakdown of all 150 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides and arena floor access; a recurring caveat is groups larger than advertised
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 October 2022 to 27 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate and step directly onto the Arena Floor, where gladiators once fought and ancient spectacles unfolded before thousands of spectators. Take in the amphitheatre from the centre of the action and experience the Colosseum from a gladiator's perspective. Choose between a SMALL-GROUP TOUR OF MAXIMUM 7 GUESTS or a PRIVATE TOUR when booking. Colosseum access includes the Arena Floor only. No access to the Regular Levels, Underground, or Upper levels.
1h · Admission includedContinue with your guide into the Roman Forum and explore the political, religious, and social heart of ancient Rome. Walk among the remains of temples, basilicas, and public buildings where emperors, senators, and citizens once shaped Roman life. See highlights such as the Temple of Vesta and the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Basilica Julia, the Temple of Castor and Pollux, the Arch of Titus, and the Senate House. Hear the stories behind these monuments and discover how this vast archaeological area became the stage for some of the most important moments in Roman history. Learn about Julius Caesar, the Roman Republic, and the events that eventually transformed Rome from a republic into an empire.
45 min · Admission includedHead up to the Palatine Hill, where legend places the foundation of Rome by Romulus and Remus. Walk the paths once used by Roman emperors and explore the hill that later became home to prestigious imperial palaces. From its elevated position, enjoy sweeping views over the Roman Forum and Colosseum, and take in a bird's-eye view of the Circus Maximus stretching out below.
45 min · Admission includedEnjoy a 3-hour guided tour of the Colosseum's Arena Floor and Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with your expert guide. Enter through the Gladiator's Gate, step onto the Arena Floor itself, and see the amphitheatre from the gladiator's perspective.
Choose between the following two group options:
SMALL-GROUP TOUR | MAX. 7 GUESTS
Choose this option for a more personal, semi-private experience in a small group of maximum 7 guests. With fewer people, it's easier to stay close to your guide, hear the explanations clearly, and ask questions along the way.
PRIVATE TOUR
Choose this option for the same 3-hour guided experience exclusively with your own private guide, with more flexibility and more opportunities to interact with your guide throughout the tour.
With both options, Colosseum access includes the Arena Floor only.
Access to the Regular Levels, Underground, and Upper Levels of the Colosseum is NOT included.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #88 of 132 | €189 | 3h | 4.76 (150) | varies by option |
| 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 #88 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