Entry ticket and reservation fee are included at €25 per person, with a small group tier. Arena access is not offered, and the external visit option stays outside.
In our comparison: #83 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Walking Tour - External VisitThe page price | External visit of the Colosseum only – no entry; experience Rome’s ruins, secrets, and night atmosphere on a 1.5-hr tour. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Starting point: Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | €25 |
| Colosseum Tour | Colosseum tour with visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Arena Floor access not included. Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | €59 |
| Small-Group Colosseum Tour | With up to 12 people per tour, you’ll explore Ancient Rome at a relaxed pace and receive dedicated attention from your guide. Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | €79 |
Children from €15 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 50 of 55
Star breakdown of all 55 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' historical storytelling; extensive walking and steep steps can be tiring
Written by Guidekin from the 52 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (29 September 2019 to 23 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Walk in the path of Rome's famous gladiators and hear your expert guide share the stories and events that occurred inside the Colosseum. You’ll explore the ancient stadium with a local licensed guide who will bring it to life. Please note: the tour may start at the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on the ticket times we are able to purchase.
1h · Admission includedThe Palatine Hill, the most beautiful and important of Rome’s seven hills, is the legendary founding point of the city. Explore the ancient ruins of the imperial palace and enjoy panoramic views over the Roman Forum.
30 min · Admission includedThe political, social, and commercial heart of ancient Rome! Walk along the original Roman roads (Via Sacra and Via Nova) and explore temples, arches, and other ruins. Your guide will help reconstruct the Forum’s history and bring the city to life.
1h 30m · Admission includedYou don’t need to break the bank to experience Ancient Rome. This group tour is a convenient way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with expert commentary from a licensed guide, all in just 3 hours.
Designed with comfort, insight, and accessibility in mind, this group tour gives you plenty of time to explore and ask questions. The tour begins inside the iconic Colosseum, where your licensed guide brings its history to life with vivid stories of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering. You’ll also enjoy stunning views from above the arena.
Then, you’ll visit Palatine Hill, Rome’s legendary birthplace and home to its most lavish imperial residences, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the bustling hub of politics, religion, and daily Roman 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 · #83 of 132 | €25 | 1h–3h | 4.73 (55) | shared, max 12 |
| 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 #83 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