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Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine & Arena Floor Tour or Ticket

4.9 Excellent 384 reviews
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1h–3h
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Overview

Guidekin summary

One listing, most of the ways in: audio app tickets, a small group, a semi private group, the arena floor or even the underground tier, so you pick the depth and the price starts at €44 per person. Reservation fee is included, headsets on the guided tiers. Tickets are issued in your names and cannot be refunded, and big bags stop at security.

From the guide

Experience the Colosseum Like Never Before!

Dive into the heart of Ancient Rome with our unmissable Colosseum Tour, including the iconic Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, three of the world's greatest archaeological landmarks in one unforgettable experience.

Choose the group size that fits your style: a semi-private tour (10 people max) for an intimate feel, a small group tour (20 people max) for a great shared experience, or a flexible escorted timed-entry with a downloadable audioguide if you prefer exploring the Colosseum at your own pace.

Want more? Add exclusive Arena Floor access and walk where Roman Gladiators once fought for the eternal glory and for their lives!

Avoid the long lines and explore with expert local guides who bring Ancient Rome to life through captivating stories and fascinating facts you won't find in any guidebook.

Don't miss the most iconic venue in the Eternal City - book your Colosseum Tour now and step back in time to the legendary age of the Roman Empire!

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 8 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Access + Audioguide

from €44 / person
Guide: English

Timed-Entry + Audioguide: Includes Colosseum,, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. (No guide)

What this option includes

Access + Audioguide: Timed-entry to the Colosseum + access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Includes downloadable audioguide app. (no Arena).

Access+Arena Floor +Audioguide

from €59 / person
Guide: English

Timed-entry to the Colosseum & Arena Floor. Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With downloadable audioguide.

What this option includes

Timed-Entry + Audioguide: Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. (No guide)

Guided Group Tour

from €69 / person
Guide: English

Small Group: Guided Tour in English. (NO Arena).

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Guided Tour in a Small Group. Includes Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (NO Arena).

Semi-Private Guided Tour

from €89 / person
Guide: English

Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English. (NO Arena).

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Intimate Semi-Private Guided Tour. Includes Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (NO Arena).

Group Tour with Arena Floor

from €89 / person
Guide: English

Tour with Arena: Guided Tour in English including Arena Floor.

What this option includes

Small Group Tour + Arena: Guided Tour in a Small Group. Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.

Semi-Private Tour with Arena

from €119 / person
Guide: English

Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English including Arena Floor.

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Guided Tour + Arena Floor: Intimate Semi-Private Guided Tour. Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.

Underground Semi-Private Tour

from €269 / person
Guide: English

Max 6 guests : Premium Guided Tour in English.

What this option includes

Exclusive Access: Underground, Arena Floor, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill.

Underground Semi-Private Tour : Semi-Private Guided Tour with timed-entry: Includes Colosseum Underground, Arena Floor, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum.

Colosseum Private Tour

from €690 / person
Guide: English

Duration: 3 hours

What this option includes

Private Tour: Exclusive Private Tour in English with timed-entry to the Colosseum. Includes Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 16 start times between 08:30 and 16:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, with 16 start times between 08:30 and 16:00 depending on the date. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Audioguide (when Audioguide option selected. Not with guided tour options)
Professional tour guide (for guided options) with headsets for clear audio guidance
Reservation fee
Arena Floor Access (when option selected)
Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Underground Floor Access (when option selected)

What's Not Included

Hotel pick up and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

Arch of Constantine Stop 1
Arco di Constantino: This is the largest Roman triumphal arch, celebrating Emperor Constantine's victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. It's located between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill.
10 min
Admission included
Colosseum Stop 2
The Colosseum: Witness the iconic symbol of Rome, where they'll explore and stand where gladiators once fought for glory.
45 min
Admission included
Roman Forum Stop 3
The Roman Forum: Stroll through the heart of ancient Rome, surrounded by the ruins of important government buildings that were the center of Roman public life.
30 min
Admission included
Piazza del Colosseo Stop 4
: A square located between Via dei Fori Imperiali and Via Claudia, it's named after the Colosseum, which stands at its center. The area also includes the Meta Sudans and the Colossal statue of Nero.
10 min
Admission included
Via Sacra Stop 5
: The main street of ancient Rome, leading from the top of the Capitoline Hill through the Forum to the Colosseum. It was the route of the Roman Triumph, lined with important religious sites.
10 min
Admission included
Via dei Fori Imperiali Stop 6
: A scenic boulevard connecting Piazza Venezia with the Colosseum, it showcases the monumental ruins of the forums of Caesar, Augustus, Nerva, and Trajan.
10 min
Admission included
I Rostri Stop 7
The Rostra: are the remains of a large platform built in the city of Rome that stood during the republican and imperial periods. This platform was used for orations delivered by magistrates, politicians, advocates, and other speakers to the assembled people of Rome.
10 min
Admission included
Temple of Venus and Roma Stop 8
Tempio di Venere di Roma: Thought to be the largest temple in Ancient Rome, it was dedicated to the goddesses Venus Felix and Roma Aeterna. It's located on the Velian Hill, near the Colosseum.
10 min
Admission included
Arco di Tito Stop 9
Arci di Tito: A triumphal arch with a single archway, it stands on the northern slopes of the Palatine Hill. It's a masterpiece of Roman art and commemorates the victories of Emperor Titus, including the Siege of Jerusalem.
10 min
Admission included
Tempio di Antonino e Faustina Stop 10
: An ancient temple turned into the church of San Lorenzo in Miranda. It was initially dedicated to Emperor Antoninus Pius's deceased wife, Faustina, and later to both after his deification.
10 min
Admission included
Palatine Hill Stop 11
The Palatine Hill: Discover the site of the city's foundation and the former palatial homes of emperors, offering panoramic views of the city.
20 min
Admission included
Circo Massimo Stop 12
This is only the view of the Circus Maximus from From the Palatine Hill, which is truly spectacular. As you stand on the hill, you can look down upon the vast expanse where Romans once cheered for their favorite charioteers. It's a place where you can vividly imagine the thundering of hooves and the roar of the ancient crowds.
2 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Our meeting point is located in front of the Arco di Costantino, the monumental arch located just next to the Colosseum. We meet on the side of the arch facing Via di S. Gregorio. Be on the lookout for our representatives wearing the color bright green and/or holding a green EcoArt flag.

End point

Tour ends around Palatine Hill

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that our walking tour involves extended periods of walking and standing on varied terrain, including several staircases. To ensure the comfort and safety of all our guests, we recommend this tour for individuals comfortable with this level of activity.
  • The Colosseum may decide to close unexpectedly in inclement weather. In this case you will be offered a change of date or full refund.
  • It is not possible to enter the venues on this tour with luggage or large bags.
  • During booking, you must insert the full names of each passenger which should be the same names on their respective identity documents. Tickets will be emitted in the names provided and are non-transferable and non-refundable.
  • Please note that if you booked an option with an audioguide, a link will be provided one day prior to your entry ticket date to download the audioguide app. It is possible to download the audioguide app for use offline. The app requires a smartphone and is available both on android and ios.
  • If you chose an option with an audioguide app and access only when booking, the code to download your app will be sent to you 24 hours before your start time. The app requires ios or android and a smartphone. You must use your own smartphone and earphones.
  • Tours including Arena starting from 10:30 AM onwards may begin at the Roman Forum, then continue to the Colosseum, due to Colosseum staff requirements.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

3+ daysFull refund
0-3 daysNo refund

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