The entry ticket is included, though the arena floor is a paid option, and the gate checks the ID you booked with, so names must be exact.
In our comparison: #133 of 133 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tickets with Audioguide AppThe page price | Tickets without Arena Access: Escorted entry to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, & Palatine Hill. Access to the Arena Floor of the Colosseum is not included Multilingual Audioguide App: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide | €34 |
| Colosseum Group -3h | Colosseum Group: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, with no more than 24 guests. Duration: 3 hours Arena Floor: This tour does not include Arena Floor access. | €59 |
| Arena Access Group - 1.5h | Arena Floor access: Guided visit to the Colosseum Arena Floor with special access to where gladiators once fought, with no more than 24 guests. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: Included admission to continue exploring independently at your own pace after the guided tour. | €59 |
| Ticket with Arena + Audioguide | Tickets with Arena Access: Escorted entry to the Colosseum, including access to the Gladiator’s Arena Floor level, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Multilingual Audioguide App: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide | €59 |
| Arena Access Semi Private-1.5h | Arena Floor access: Guided visit to the Colosseum Arena Floor with no more than 10 guests. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: Included admission to continue exploring independently at your own pace after the guided tour. | €59 |
| Colosseum Small Group- 3h | Colosseum Small Group: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, with no more than 15 guests. Duration: 3 hours Arena Floor: This tour does not include Arena Floor access. | €69 |
| Arena Access Small Group- 1.5h | Arena Floor access : Guided visit to the Colosseum Arena Floor with special access to where gladiators once fought, with no more than 15 guests. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: Included admission to continue exploring independently at your own pace after the guided tour. | €69 |
| Colosseum Semi-Private 3h | Colosseum Semi-Private: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, with no more than 10 guests. Duration: 3 hours Arena Floor: This tour does not include Arena Floor access. | €79 |
| Arena Floor Access Group -3h | Arena Floor Access Group: Guided tour of the Colosseum, including the Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, with no more than 25 guests. Duration: 3 hours Arena Floor: Includes special access to the Arena Floor. | €89 |
| Arena Access Semi Private- 3h | Arena Access Semi Private: Guided tour of the Colosseum, including the Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, with no more than 10 guests. Duration: 3 hours Arena Floor: Includes special access to the Arena Floor. | €99 |
Children from €29 (ages 2 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
89% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 22,955 of 25,707
Star breakdown of all 25,707 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' historical explanations; walking, steep stairs and heat make the route demanding.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (19 September 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Your journey into Ancient Rome begins at the Colosseum, one of the world’s most iconic landmarks. Step inside this legendary amphitheater with your expert guide and uncover the stories behind the gladiatorial battles, political power struggles, and incredible engineering achievements that shaped Roman history. Learn how this remarkable structure hosted grand spectacles — and even staged ancient naval battles — while separating fact from fiction beyond Hollywood’s famous depictions. Guests selecting an Arena Floor option will enjoy special access to the Arena Floor, where gladiators once fought before thousands of spectators. Guests selecting a 1.5-hour tour option will enjoy a guided visit to the Arena Floor, followed by a guided introduction to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. After the tour concludes, guests are free to continue exploring the Colosseum Archaeological Park independently at their own pace with their included admission ticket.
1h 30m · Admission includedContinue to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome. According to tradition, this was the hill where Romulus founded the city in 753 BC — a decision that led to the tragic fate of his brother Remus. Explore the ancient landscape where emperors later built magnificent palaces and enjoy spectacular views overlooking the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.
1h · Admission includedDiscover the Roman Forum, the heart of Ancient Rome’s political, commercial, and social life. Walk along the Via Sacra, the Sacred Way once used for triumphal processions, and explore the ruins of temples, basilicas, and monuments where senators debated, emperors ruled, and some of Rome’s most important moments unfolded.
30 min · Admission includedThe ancient glory of Rome is reborn! Skip the Line at three of the most significant surviving remnants of the Eternal City: the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Your English-speaking expert historian tour guide will share anecdotes and history throughout the 3-hour tour, rebuilding the impressive ruins with tales of Ancient Rome’s heyday.
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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 · #133 of 133 | €34 | 1h 30m–3h | 4.55 (25707) | shared, max 10 |
| 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 #133 of 133 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 133 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 133 Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours