The entry ticket and the Forum walk are included at €62 per person, but it is a proper walking tour with no stroller or wheelchair access.
In our comparison: #121 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
5 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. Guide languages on every option: English.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Colosseum Express TourThe page price | Colosseum & Forum Tickets: Enjoy a guided Colosseum tour with Forum ticket (self-guided). The tour DOES NOT include Arena Floor. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes | €59 |
| Arena Express Tour | Arena,Forum & Palatine Terrace: Guided tour of Arena Floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Terrace. DOES NOT include upper levels of Colosseum & Palatine Hill. Duration: 2 hours | €63 |
| Group Tour - Gladiator's Gate | Colosseum, Arena Floor & Forum: Enjoy a fully guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in a small group. Duration: 3 hours | €87 |
| Colosseum & SUPER Sites Tour | Colosseum, Forum & SUPER sites: Experience Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill SUPER Sites guided tour. This tour DOES NOT include Arena Floor. Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes | €119 |
| Private Tour- Gladiator's Gate | Private Colosseum & Arena tour: Enjoy a Colosseum private guided tour, including Gladiator's Gate & Arena Floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Duration: 3 hours | €335 for 2+ people |
Children from €54 (ages 2 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 3,852 of 4,175
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Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge; a recurring complaint is missing arena access that travellers say they booked.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (14 April 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Meet your guide near the formidable hulk of the Colosseum, the gigantic arena that drew Romans of all walks of life to watch violent fights between gladiators and beasts. Bypass the crowds and head straight inside, entering the Colosseum through a special gate once used by gladiators themselves. Walk right onto the arena floor—an area not usually accessible to the public—and learn about the harrowing events that took place here for entertainment's sake centuries ago. If you want to enter through the legendary Gladiator's Gate and walk directly onto the arena floor, select the Gladiator's Gate Group Tour option at time of booking. Short on time? The Arena Express option offers a streamlined experience with a guided tour of the Colosseum arena floor and the Roman Forum. While the Colosseum Express option includes a guided tour of the Colosseum's first and second tiers (no arena floor) and the flexibility to explore the Forum on your own afterward.
1h 35m · Admission includedYou’ll appreciate having a historian as a guide here. As you wander the streets, they can make sense of the ruins for you, pointing out the subtle differences that reveal whether the structure is a moneylender’s shop, public bath, or any number of common ancient structures. Learn what life was like in the days of Caesar, Nero, and Hadrian, and how Roman society functioned.
40 min · Admission includedFinally, climb the hill to see the palaces of Palatine Hill, built on the grounds where Romulus and Remus were discovered by the she-wolf in the legend of Rome’s founding. After an incredible day of making ancient history come to life, you’ll part from your group feeling more in touch with the beautiful ruins of Rome. If you choose the Colosseum & SUPER Sites tour when booking, your Palatine Hill and Roman Forum tour (which will take place before your Colosseum visit) includes access to the SUPER Sites. Normally off-limits to visitors with standard access tickets, these are some of the most breathtakingly beautiful ancient ruins in all of Rome. One highlight is the Casa di Augusto, the house of Caesar Augustus, with vibrant frescoes that rival those in Pompeii.
45 min · Admission includedGet a gladiator’s view of the Colosseum, then explore the Roman Forum on a walking tour through the heart of ancient Rome. With special access ticket, you'll enter the arena via the Gladiator’s Gate, stand where gladiators once fought, hear tales of ruthless crowds and emperors, then explore the Colosseum’s first and second levels with your guide. Finish with a tour of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum with even more stories that bring the ruins to life.
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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.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #121 of 132 | €62 | 3h | 4.69 (4175) | 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 #121 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