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title: Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine & Arena Floor Tour or Ticket
lang: en
type: tour
city: Rome
country: Italy
price: 49
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.86
reviews: 410
duration_minutes: 60
duration_max_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
rank_in_category: 43 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-25
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-roman-forum-palatine-arena-floor-tour-or-ticket/
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# Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine & Arena Floor Tour or Ticket

**Guidekin's take:** 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 €49 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.

In our comparison: #43 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Our meeting point is located in front of…
- Group size varies by option: small group from €69 · max 10 from €89 · max 6 from €279 · private…
- 16 start times: between 08:30 and 16:00
- Children from €40: ages 5 to 17

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €49 per person for the Access + Audioguide option; other options up to €690
- Duration: 1h–3h
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 410 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: EcoArt Travel
- Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €69 · max 10 from €89 · max 6 from €279 · private from €690
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 16 start times between 08:30 and 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25

## Reviews

4.86 from 410 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 397 of 410.

- 5 stars: 378 (92%)
- 4 stars: 19 (5%)
- 3 stars: 4 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 5 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise clear, engaging explanations of the ruins; the recurring caveat is extensive walking in the heat.

**Praised:**
- Clear explanations that help visitors understand the Colosseum and surrounding ruins
- Guides use humour and stories to keep the history engaging
- Patient answers to questions and stops for shade and water
- Small groups make the tour feel personal and the commentary easier to follow

**Complaints:**
- Extensive walking in the heat, including hills and stairs, can be tiring
- Some find the meeting point easily, while others struggle to locate the group
- Audio app downloads can be difficult to complete
- Security checks still mean waiting in line at the entrance

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-03-18 to 2026-10-02); 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access + Audioguide | €44 / person | English | Timed-Entry + Audioguide: Includes Colosseum,, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. (No guide) 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 | €59 / person | English | Timed-entry to the Colosseum & Arena Floor. Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With downloadable audioguide. Timed-Entry + Audioguide: Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. (No guide) |
| Guided Group Tour | €69 / person | English | Small Group: Guided Tour in English. (NO Arena). Duration: 3 hours Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Guided Tour in a Small Group. Includes Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (NO Arena). |
| Semi-Private Guided Tour | €89 / person | English | Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English. (NO Arena). Duration: 3 hours Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Intimate Semi-Private Guided Tour. Includes Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (NO Arena). |
| Group Tour with Arena Floor | €89 / person | English | Tour with Arena: Guided Tour in English including Arena Floor. Small Group Tour + Arena: Guided Tour in a Small Group. Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. |
| Semi-Private Tour with Arena | €119 / person | English | Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English including Arena Floor. Duration: 3 hours Guided Tour + Arena Floor: Intimate Semi-Private Guided Tour. Includes Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. |
| Underground Semi-Private Tour | €279 / person | English | Max 6 guests : Premium Guided Tour in English. 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 | €690 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours Private Tour: Exclusive Private Tour in English with timed-entry to the Colosseum. Includes Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. |

## 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)

## Not included

- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Arch of Constantine** (10m; admission included) - 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.
2. **Colosseum** (45m; admission included) - The Colosseum: Witness the iconic symbol of Rome, where they'll explore and stand where gladiators once fought for glory.
3. **Roman Forum** (30m; admission included) - 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.
4. **Piazza del Colosseo** (10m; admission included) - : 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.
5. **Via Sacra** (10m; admission included) - : 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.
6. **Via dei Fori Imperiali** (10m; admission included) - : A scenic boulevard connecting Piazza Venezia with the Colosseum, it showcases the monumental ruins of the forums of Caesar, Augustus, Nerva, and Trajan.
7. **I Rostri** (10m; admission included) - 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.
8. **Temple of Venus and Roma** (10m; admission included) - 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.
9. **Arco di Tito** (10m; admission included) - 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. **Tempio di Antonino e Faustina** (10m; admission included) - : 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.
11. **Palatine Hill** (20m; admission included) - The Palatine Hill: Discover the site of the city's foundation and the former palatial homes of emperors, offering panoramic views of the city.
12. **Circo Massimo** (2m) - 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...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 16 start times between 08:30 and 16:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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.

## Meeting 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.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn8yMY7ZhLxMRoGckLEOtWZU

Ends: Tour ends around Palatine Hill

## Good to know

- 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.

## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #43 of 132** | €49 | 1h–3h | 4.86 (410) | 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 |
| [Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/?format=md) | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | shared |

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