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
Unknown location
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
The Arena is worth it!
Our guide, Stephanie was great. She was knowledgeable and friendly. She is a lifelong Roman and passionate about her city’s history. Despite the crazy temperatures, she did a great job keeping us in the shade as much as possible. We opted for the arena floor access and it was worth it! We really enjoyed our time.
Matteo was amazing
Matteo was amazing. It was absolutely what we were looking for and with the crazy August heat wave, he gave us an amazing tour without feeling tortured. Very informative and engaging.
Selenia is the BEST Guide!
Selenia provided an engaging tour for our family of 6. We had just gotten into Rome from the U.S., and with temperatures in the upper 90s, her ability to interact with the kids (ranging 11-13) was incredible. Her exceptional knowledge of the history and art as we moved through the colosseum, roman forum and palatine hill was appreciated. Would absolutely do this tour again...and request Selenia! Grazie mille!
Will absolutely choose our guide again!
Our guide was fabulous. She used a book to show us what various parts of the Colosseum looked like when they were in use. She took the extra effort to explain certain areas while we were in the shade before bringing us out into the sun (there was a heat advisory in place). The tour itself was excellent, but her knowledge of restrooms with short lines and free water stations brought it to the next level. I would absolutely request her again.
Highly Recommend!!
Lorenzo was the best guide! His knowledge base was vast. Very enjoyable tour!!