--- title: "Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 59 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.7 reviews: 50 duration_minutes: 60 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 87 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-colosseum-arena-floor-ancient-city-group-tour/ --- # Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** A small group three site walk with the arena floor as an add on, headsets for the busy stretches and a licensed guide, priced at the group end of the market. 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 (table below). ## Overview Want 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet us in front the Arch of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 12 people: small group - 9 start times: between 08:30 and 15:30 - Food not included: Transportation, food, and drinks - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €49: ages 5 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €59 per person for the Colosseum Tour option; other options up to €159 - Duration: 1h–3h - Rating: 4.7/5 from 50 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Republic Experiences - Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 9 start times between 08:30 and 15:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.7 from 50 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 46 of 50. - 5 stars: 43 (86%) - 4 stars: 3 (6%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 2 (4%) - 1 star: 1 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise engaging guides and arena floor views; some felt rushed with little time for museum displays. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides with engaging stories about ancient Rome - Guides keep children engaged and involved in the tour - Arena floor access gives a different perspective on the Colosseum - Quick entry with less time spent in admission queues **Complaints:** - Some felt rushed past museum displays, while others found the pace comfortable - Crowded conditions inside the Colosseum Written by Guidekin from the 47 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-12-03 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Colosseum Tour | €59 / person | English | Explore the Colosseum with an expert guide, including visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Duration: 3 hours | | Small-Group Colosseum Tour | €79 / person | English | 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 | | Small-Group Arena Tour | €119 / person | English | 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 | | Colosseum Arena Tour | €159 / person | English | Get access to the Colosseum Arena floor and discover its gladiator history with an expert guide. Duration: 3 hours | ## What's included - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services - Guided tour with expert storytelling and insights from a licensed guide - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included) - Headsets provided for clear commentary, even in busy areas ## Not included - Access to the Arena floor is not included unless specifically selected for an additional fee - Transportation, food, and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h; admission included) - 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... 2. **Palatine Hill** (30m; admission included) - Next, 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... 3. **Roman Forum** (30m; admission included) - The 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... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 08:30 and 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund. ## Meeting point Please meet us in front the Arch of Constantine. Your guide will be holding a Yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 10 minutes prior. Late arrivals will not be eligible for refunds. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJn8yMY7ZhLxMRoGckLEOtWZU Ends: The tour will either finish in the Roman Forum or the Colosseum, depending on which monument we start with, where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring the area. ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Full names of all travelers must be provided at the time of booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum - Each traveler must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry - The tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on ticket availability - Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of the month; tours on these days are offered at a discounted rate ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | 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](/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared | | [German Colosseum and Roman Forum](/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared | | [Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/?format=md) | €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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/colosseum-tours/?format=md ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-colosseum-arena-floor-ancient-city-group-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md