Entry ticket and reservation fee are included at €59 per person, transport and food are not. The start point can flip between the Colosseum and the Forum with ticket times.
In our comparison: #87 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
4 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 TourThe page price | Explore the Colosseum with an expert guide, including visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Duration: 3 hours | €59 |
| Small-Group Colosseum Tour | See the Ancient City at a relaxed pace with a group of up to 12 people and personalised attention from your guide. Duration: 3 hours | €79 |
| Small-Group Arena Tour | Tour Ancient Rome and the Colosseum Arena in a group of up to 12 people for a more intimate experience with your expert guide Duration: 3 hours | €119 |
| Colosseum Arena Tour | Get access to the Colosseum Arena floor and discover its gladiator history with an expert guide. Duration: 3 hours | €159 |
Children from €49 (ages 5 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★: 46 of 50
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Reviewers praise engaging guides and arena floor views; some felt rushed with little time for museum displays.
Written by Guidekin from the 47 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (3 December 2019 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Your expert guide will transport you back to the height of the Roman Empire when the Colosseum was constructed. During this time, Rome was ruled by emperors, the city was filled with riches from across the world, and the Colosseum served as a central venue for games and events featuring animals and people captured from Rome’s territories. Please note: the tour may start at the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on ticket availability.
1h · Admission includedNext, you’ll climb Palatine Hill, the legendary site where Rome was founded. The hill is an important archaeological site, with settlements from the Iron Age through the Imperial period. See landmarks such as the Hut of Romulus, Rome’s legendary founder, and the Imperial Palace, where emperors and their families lived and conducted political and administrative affairs.
30 min · Admission includedThe final stop is the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome. This area was once a bustling center of markets, law courts, temples, and civic life. It was here that Julius Caesar was cremated, two emperors were killed in 69 AD, and Cicero delivered speeches that influenced Western culture for centuries.
30 min · Admission includedWant to discover the wonders of Ancient Rome? This 3-hour small-group tour is the best way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with ease. With speedy access, a licensed expert guide, and an intimate group size, you’ll enjoy a deeper, more meaningful experience of the Ancient City at an unbeatable value.
Our adventure starts inside the Colosseum, where tales of gladiators, emperors, and architectural brilliance come to life as you take in the sweeping views from above the arena floor.
Next, we'll journey up to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and site of the city's grandest imperial palaces, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the bustling heart of Roman society.
Designed for comfort and insight, this well-paced tour gives you plenty of time to ask questions and absorb the fascinating stories behind each site. Space is limited, so don’t miss out! Book now and explore Ancient Rome at the best price.
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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 · #87 of 132 | €59 | 1h–3h | 4.7 (50) | 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 #87 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