Archaeology Tours · Walking Tours

Colosseum Arena Floor, Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

4.2(10,281)4.2 out of 5, from 10281 reviews·2h 30m·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 25Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agesinfant 0–1, child 2–17, adult 18–99

Will this work for your group?

Checked against the limits the operator publishes. Nothing here is a booking guarantee — availability and prices live on Viator.

  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • 5 fares — children priced separately

About this experience

With exclusive access you will enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, walking directly onto the arena floor. Experience the grandeur of the arena from a unique perspective, as you stand where the gladiators once stood, when they walked out to the sounds of thousands of yelling spectators. Your audio guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand. Enjoy an up-close view of the underground chambers exposed below, wander through the vast corridors, and climb the ancient stone stairs of this magnificent amphitheater, as you learn of its rich history.

Description supplied by the operator via Viator Partner API.

What you actually do

You get out at all 3 stops.

  1. 1

    Roman Forum

    Walk through the heart of ancient Roman public life. From temples to senate buildings, your guide will bring history to life with tales of politics, religion, and daily life in the empire’s bustling center.

    You get out here45 minAdmission included

  2. 2

    Palatine Hill

    Explore the legendary birthplace of Rome and stroll through the ruins of imperial palaces. Your guide will reveal the myths, history, and power struggles that unfolded on this sacred hill. Enjoy panoramic views of the city.

    You get out here45 minAdmission included

  3. 3

    Colosseum

    Your audio guide will bring the Colosseum to life with fascinating stories and insights around the monument. Then, step inside and explore at your own pace with a complimentary audio guide, discovering the secrets of Ancient Rome's most iconic arena.

    You get out here60 minAdmission included

Where the day happens

≈ 1.1 km from the city centre. 3 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover other, gratuities — budget for those separately.

  • Other
  • Other
  • Gratuities

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (14)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the tour
  • Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
  • Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
  • No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
  • Tours will run rain or shine (unless closed for safety reasons)
  • There are mandatory security checks al all entry points to the sites. The wait time time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
  • The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
Cancellation policy

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.

Where this sits

Other Rome experiences filtered the same way.

Similar days out in Rome

Where does everyone sleep?

The same arithmetic, one step earlier: researched Rome stays that publish a capacity and a bed layout for five or more.

Details retrieved from the Viator Partner API on 2026-10-09. We publish no availability, and every price is the operator’s advertised from-price with its check date — the exact total is on the operator’s page. How we research this.