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Private Colosseum, Roman Forum Tour: Arena Floor or Family Option

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German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

The private pick with a family switch: book the standard version for the arena floor with your own guide, or the kids' version built around games, which skips the arena and the Palatine. Entry with arena access and the reservation fee are included at €245 per person. Start times move with ticket availability, so keep the day open around it.

From the guide

Enjoy a comprehensive, fun and engaging PRIVATE tour of the Colosseum and the Ancient Roman Forum with guaranteed entry. In the intimacy of your very own Private Group, follow your local, expert and passionate guide through the wonders of the archaeological park of Rome: the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum.

Option Available: Are you looking for an interactive and fun tour of Rome’s Colosseum for you and your children? This Interactive Family Tour with Arena Floor Access Option is ideal for families who want a tour that gets children excited about history, while keeping adults just as curious!

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Colosseum Family WITHOUT ARENA

from €245 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Tour WITHOUT Arena Floor: Make history come to life for the entire family with this interactive & fun tour of Rome’s Colosseum, and Forum!

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Colosseum tour for kids is an interactive way to explore this site.

Arena and Palatine Hill are not included in this option.

English Only: This tour is offered in English only to ensure the best possible experience.

Private Colosseum and Roman Forum Tour with Arena Floor Access

from €255 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: French, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 17 start times between 08:00 and 16:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 17 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. 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

Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Private, Professional and Expert Tour Guide to answer all your questions
Fully guided tour of the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

What's Not Included

Food and Drink
Gratuities
Arena Floor and Palatine NOT included with the Family Option

Itinerary

Colosseum Stop 1
Begin your private tour with a guaranteed entry to the Colosseum, the world's most famous arena. Step on to the arena floor where all the action took place, and gaze up at the stands! Then climb onto the first tier and enjoy incredible views as your private tour guide tells you everything you have always wanted to know about the world's most famous arena.
1h 30m
Admission included
Palatine Hill Stop 2
Climb up the breathtaking Palatine Hill, the locus of major imperial villas, most notable of Augustus's expansive and incredibly ambitious Imperial Home. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Circus Maximus and of the Aventine Hill and marvel at the incredibly well preserved remains of this once-upon-a-time extremely rich hill. NOT included with the Family Option.
30 min
Admission included
Roman Forum Stop 3
Continue down into the valley of the magical Roman Forum, the once-upon-a-time heart center of the bustling city of Ancient Rome. Here, admire the incredible remains of the ancient temples that used to stand right on these grounds, along with the ancient Roman governmental buildings, including the Senate. Learn all about what happened in these streets, as you walk on the same stones as the Romans once did.
1h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B). PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance.

End point

In Largo Gaetana Agnesi, underneath the red Metro "M" sign outside the upper-floor entrance of Colosseum Metro Station (Line B). PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has both upper and lower entrances, each marked with a Metro sign. Please ensure you are at the upper-level entrance.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to provide all travelers' full names at the office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
  • The above itinerary is an example, the order of the sites might change depending on the scheduled slot.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 245 / person