Colosseum Arena Access & Ancient Rome Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry to Colosseum Arena
- Explore Roman Forum's ancient ruins
- Visit Palatine Hill's panoramic views
- Learn from expert English-speaking guide
- Immerse in Rome's rich history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line entry to Colosseum Arena
- Guided tour of Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian, Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately.
- Photography is allowed; tripods are not permitted.
- Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
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 between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please make sure that the names provided EXACTLY MATCH THE NAMES on the passports or ID cards of all participants (children included), otherwise entry to the Colosseum will be denied. A valid ID is required for everyone to enter. Nicknames, missing names, or incorrect first or last names are not accepted by Colosseum guards. Feel free to contact us if you need any assistance with this.
- For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
- The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
- Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
- Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in
- Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
- Late arrivals will not be refunded
- In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
- All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
- Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
- By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
- If you booked the audio guide option, please download the app in advance using Wi-Fi. Once downloaded, it works offline. Earphones are not provided – please bring your own, compatible with your smartphones. Note that older phones may not support the app properly. For bookings after 4:00 PM, you may not have enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You can either arrive earlier or visit the Roman Forum the next day.
- If you choose the semi-private option, please note that our tours are designed for up to 12 guests per guide to ensure a personal and immersive experience. Occasionally, to keep families or friends together, the group size may be slightly larger. In other cases, the group may have fewer than 12 participants. This flexibility helps us provide the best possible experience for everyone.
- The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.
Traveler reviews
Loved it!!
Wear your best gym shoes the terrain in the coliseum is rough. If you come across n July or August be prepared for the heat, bring a towel you can soak in water along the way and a refillable water bottle. Our guide was amazing, funny, smart and kind!!
Tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Really great experience! Highly recommend!
Amazing tour
Amazing tour with our guide Andy! He added so much to the experience.
Wonderful tour! Excellent guide!
Flavia was amazing and very sweet. We went in June 2026 at the start of the heat wave. It was very hot. Flavia was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the Colosseum and Forum. I learned a lot. She knew all the shady spots and aqueducts so we could fill our water bottles. She offered options for those that needed to rest and those that wanted to walk to beautiful vistas for pictures. Highly recommended this company. Meeting up with her was very organized too. We were a party of 14 split into 2 groups. No problems at all.
Terrible Vivico Travel Colosseum Tour
Tour company that we had through TripAdvisor “Vivicos Travel” were terrible. Advised 4 days from tour date that lower section of Colosseum now removed from tour & we could cancel if we wanted. Problem was peak time & there were now no tours available for date we needed so we reluctantly continued with tour. On day no one there from tour group identifying themselves with “flag”at as advised in sms at the time we were told. Just 100+ people from other groups crammed into side street which was a construction site. Finally found guide company who then said our “guide” was late & to stand over on the side of street. After 10mins found someone after asking people who ended up as our guide (no uniform from company) who gave us our paper copy ticket & instructions all in Italian (booked English tour)😳😳😳. He the walked us down to entry & said scan ticket at entry & use to get into Roman Forum as well & then left. When booked from Australia site said guided tour which ended up being that we just download app only & walk yourself. DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY IF YOU SEE THEM. Terrible experience compared to other providers we had booked with during UK leg of holiday & others in Rome.