--- title: "Rome: Colosseum with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill + Arena Optional" lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 50 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 1536 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 123 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-colosseum-with-roman-forum-palatine-hill-arena-optional/ --- # Rome: Colosseum with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill + Arena Optional **Guidekin's take:** Chosen as the cheaper route onto the arena floor: in through the gladiator's gate, the first and second tiers, then a guided Forum and Palatine walk. Arena ticket and reservation fee are included at €50 per person. It is a walking tour with no wheelchair or stroller access, and tips are the only extra. In our comparison: #123 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Looking to experience the Colosseum from a fresh perspective? This exclusive tour grants you access through the legendary gladiator's gate, granting you the opportunity to stand upon the meticulously reconstructed Arena Floor, once a battleground for fierce warriors. Delve deeper into the grandeur of the Colosseum as you explore three distinct areas of this impressive monument, relishing in privileges that surpass those with standard access. Following a comprehensive exploration of the Arena Floor and 1st & 2nd outer tier of the Colosseum, you'll embark on a journey to the Roman Forum, and ascend the picturesque Palatine Hill, offering you a glimpse into the captivating essence of downtown ancient Rome. This immersive journey allows you to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Rome, tracing the footsteps of legends and unlocking the secrets of this extraordinary civilization. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: max 24 from €50 · max 25 from €58 · max 10 from €118 - 20 start times: between 08:45 and 16:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €30: ages 0 to 6 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €50 per person for the Colosseum Arena Group Tour option; other options up to €118 - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 1536 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Likely to sell out - Operator: The Tour Guy - Group: Group size varies by option: max 24 from €50 · max 25 from €58 · max 10 from €118 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 20 start times between 08:45 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.65 from 1536 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1396 of 1536. - 5 stars: 1294 (84%) - 4 stars: 102 (7%) - 3 stars: 43 (3%) - 2 stars: 34 (2%) - 1 star: 63 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the historical explanations and attentive guides; walking in the heat can be demanding. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides explain the ruins with detailed history and humour - Pictures and visual aids help travellers imagine the ancient buildings - Guides seek shade and allow water, restroom and rest breaks - Children and teenagers stay interested in the history - Group entry and guided navigation help avoid long queues **Complaints:** - Heat, stairs and uneven ground can make the walking strenuous - Some find the meeting point clear, while others struggle to locate it on the metro's lower level - Some find the pace comfortable, while others feel rushed through the sites - Some find explanations clear, while others struggle to understand the guide Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-07-16 to 2026-09-30); 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 Arena Group Tour | €50 / person | English | Group Tour: Max 24 guests Duration: 3 hours Includes: Guided tour with Arena Floor access through Gladiator's Gate, Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. | | Basic Colosseum Group Tour (Arena Floor Not Included) | €58 / person | English | Group Tour: Max 25 guests Duration: 3 hours: Not Included: Arena floor, Gladiator's Gate | | Colosseum Arena Semi Private | €118 / person | English | Semi Private: Max 10 guests Duration: 3 hours Includes: Guided tour with Arena Floor access through Gladiator's Gate, Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. | ## What's included - Guided tour of the Colosseum's 1st & 2nd tiers - Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person) - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill - Expert English-speaking guide - Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. - Access and tour of the restricted Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected) ## Not included - Guide tips ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h 30m; admission included) - On the full tour, escape the masses and gain exclusive access to an extraordinary section of the Colosseum: the Arena Floor, a privilege reserved for select few. Relive history by treading the path of ancient warriors who once strode through the awe-inspiring Gate of Death,... 2. **Roman Forum** (1h; admission included) - A short distance from the Colosseum lies the Roman Forum, a captivating collection of ancient ruins that you'll explore with a knowledgeable guide. Embark on a guided walking tour through this remarkable Roman archaeological site, once the bustling heart of ancient Rome's... 3. **Palatine Hill** (20m; admission included) - Departing from the ancient city center, your guide will accompany you to a remarkable location often referred to as the "Beverly Hills of Ancient Rome." Ascend the Palatine Hill, offering panoramic vistas of the sprawling Circus Maximus. Take a journey through the time-worn... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 20 start times between 08:45 and 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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 Arrive 10 Minutes Early. We meet between the 2 green souvenir kiosks in front of the “Colosseo” metro stop - located just outside the lower-level entrance/exit. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJh5vqwLZhLxMREykcLS0yIvc Ends: This tour ends in the Colosseum Area. Depending on the entrance time of the Colosseum tickets we might visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill before heading to the Colosseum. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. - Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. - We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages. ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #123 of 132** | €50 | 3h | 4.65 (1536) | varies by option | | [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 #123 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-with-roman-forum-palatine-hill-arena-optional/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md