Colosseum Arena Floor & Ancient Rome Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to the Colosseum
- Explore the Roman Forum's ancient ruins
- Visit Palatine Hill's panoramic views
- Semi-private tour with expert guide
- Immerse in Rome's rich history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to the Colosseum
- Guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Semi-private group size (maximum 6 people)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for weather conditions.
- Photography is allowed; however, tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for security checks at the Colosseum entrance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- The colosseum currently guarantees special access to the arena floor which is off limits to the general public. The arena area is where the gladiator fights took place and also gives you the closest view of the underground area possible
- 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.
- Remember to bring a valid photo ID for each passenger
- Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
- The above itinerary is an example, the order of the sites might change depending on the scheduled slot.
- Guests with wheelchair accessibility needs will find difficulty with this semi-private tour. In order to ensure a tour with alternative routes, please inquire with our customer support team and we will find you a barrier-free tour.
Traveler reviews
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour
Our tour with Sara was amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable about all the sites and very friendly. We were able to have short wait times to get through all the security points and able to see all the highlights of the Colosseum and surrounding areas.
Giovanni was spectacular!
From the start to the end, our tour guide, Giovanni, kept our attention. He was very knowledgeable and tolerant of our nonstop questions. One of our favorite tours of our Italian adventure!!! Thanks
The Best of Colosseum & Ancient Rome semi-private
Samuele was fantastic! So knowledgeable we learned so much from him. Got to see colosseum upper level and arena floor access, and Roman Forum / Ancient Rome from the top of Palatine Hill in 3 hours! Definitely recommend!
Exceptional tour for the whole family!
We had an incredible experience on our guided tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome! Our guide, Marco, was phenomenal - brilliant at storytelling, deeply knowledgeable, and kept us captivated with fascinating facts and historical context from start to finish. Our group consisted of 6, including three pre-teens (ages 11–13), and the guide managed to keep every single person completely engaged throughout the tour! The small group size made the experience feel personal and easy to navigate. Everyone left thoroughly impressed. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Rome, especially families!
Grat small group tour.
Excellent small group tour. Well organized with an exceptional and knowledgable tour guide, Catherina