Entry and reservation fee are included at €480 per person, transfers and food are not. Heavy rain can close the underground without notice.
In our comparison: #34 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €480 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. 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★: 51 of 51
Star breakdown of all 51 ratings
Reviewers value the guides' historical depth and underground access; some describe the tour as expensive.
Written by Guidekin from the 49 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (8 January 2018 to 16 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Discover the fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum. See where Julius Caesar was assassinated and all the amazing architecture — including Temples and Victory Arches — of the Roman Forum.
1h 5mEnjoy an amazing view of Ancient and modern Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill; once the home of Rome's Emperors. See where the Emperors lived and discover the true stories of their luxurious lifestyles.
1h 5mExperience all the drama of the Colosseum, the world's most iconic amphitheater. Head underground to discover how men and beasts prepared for the fierce gladiatorial battles. Enjoy a walking tour of the amphitheater to see how mighty it is for yourself.
50 minAs you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
Pass by, no stopSee one of the best-preserved Roman Victory Arches in the world.
Pass by, no stopSee the victory arch which inspired the design of the Arc de Triomphe.
Pass by, no stopOnce Ancient Rome's main street, the Via Sacra runs from the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.
Pass by, no stopOne of the greatest Basilicas of secular Ancient Rome.
Pass by, no stopSee the beautiful Ancient Roman Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, which was converted into a church in the 7th century.
Pass by, no stopRelax as you experience the world's most iconic amphitheater on this Colosseum Underground private tour. You'll enjoy the undivided attention of your expert guide as you hear the secrets of Ancient Rome. Enjoy touring to the Roman Forum and the restricted-access Colosseum Underground and Arena.
Join your private guide for a tour of the Roman Forum's evocative ruins, and hear the tales of power and betrayal; here, Julius Caesar was assassinated. From the Palatine Hill, enjoy a spectacular view of Rome, as you tour the former palaces of Ancient Rome's Emperors.
Continue to the Colosseum. Step out onto the Arena Floor like you are a gladiator, before descending to Rome's underworld. In the Colosseum Underground, discover how the men and wild animals prepared for the brutal gladiatorial games. Your expert guide knows everything there is to know about the brutal blood sports the Ancient Romans loved. Get close to Ancient history on this Colosseum Underground private tour.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #34 of 132 | €480 | 3h 10m | 5.0 (51) | 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 #34 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