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Colosseum Arena & Roman Forum Guided Tour

From€60
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy

About this activity

Discover Rome's ancient history with a guided tour of the Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, led by an expert English-speaking guide.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum Arena Floor
  • Explore the Roman Forum's ancient ruins
  • Visit Palatine Hill with panoramic views
  • Learn from an expert English-speaking guide
  • Experience Rome's rich history firsthand

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ancient Rome with our Colosseum Arena & Roman Forum Guided Tour. Skip the lines and enter the iconic Colosseum Arena Floor, where gladiators once battled. Wander through the Roman Forum, the heart of Roman public life, and ascend Palatine Hill for breathtaking views of the city. Led by an expert English-speaking guide, this tour offers a captivating journey through Rome's rich history, bringing ancient ruins to life and providing insights into the city's fascinating past. Don't miss this unforgettable experience that combines history, culture, and the timeless allure of Rome.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum Arena Floor
  • Guided tour of Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

1

Enter the Colosseum and learn about the spectacular and incredible entertainment organized in ancient times. Discover the techniques of construction invented by the Romans, the astonishing ability of the gladiators, the violent fighting between exotic animals, and the high level of technology achieved by Roman engineers to build the Colosseum. Your tour guide will be at your disposal to answer your questions. The tour's departure time may vary and can be brought forward or delayed by no more than 60 minutes before or after the start time indicated in the reservation. If there should be a change in the departure time, this will be communicated at least seven days before the date booked by you. The order of visit of the monuments included in the tour description may vary.

Duration: 1h 15mAdmission: YES
2

Visit the Roman Forum. This is one of the most important archaeological areas in the world with some of Ancient Rome's most evocative ruins. Leaving the Arch of Titus walk down the Sacred Way, the triumphal road where the Centurions of Caesar marched after their return from countless battles and conquests. After admiring this impressive monument's runway, get prepared for visiting Maxentius' Basilica and Romulus temple. Continuing to the Forum see the temple dedicate to Emperor Antoninus Pius and his wife. An extraordinary example of reusing during the ancient period. Your visit ends with the temple of Julius Caesar, built by Emperor August to commemorate his father. All around you can see the building where the daily life in Ancient Rome took place such as the two republican basilicas, the temple of Saturn and the temple of Dioscuri, the House of the Vestal Virgins, and much more ... Your tour guide will be at your disposal to answer all of your questions and curiosities.

Duration: 1h 15mAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
  • The tour involves walking and may include stairs; consider your mobility.
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Be prepared for security checks at the entrance.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 10 days before the activity starts

If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Visitors have to arrive to the meeting point 20 min prior to departure.
  • 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 will result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. 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 are not responsable if you provide us with wrong information.
  • Smartphones to download the app must be of the latest generation (No older than the year 2020)
  • The departure time of the tour may vary and can be brought forward or delayed by no more than 60 minutes before or after the start time indicated in the reservation. In the event that there should be a change in the departure time, this will be communicated at least 7 days before the date booked by you.
  • The order of visit of the monuments included in the tour description may vary.
  • A valid phone number is required at the time of booking, as tour information and meeting details will be sent the day before the activity via Viator chat and by WhatsApp or text message.
  • 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.
  • The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
  • PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Traveler reviews

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Great tour with Paola!

Paola was a wonderful tour guide. She had so much knowledge of the Forum and Colisseum and we learned quite a bit. She is very enthusiastic and kept the discussion lively over the time. I would highly recommend the tour.

X4112PNjeffdMay 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Didn’t get what we paid for

I was disappointed because my original reservation said we would have a guide with audio. Said we would be given headsets etc. but it was cancelled and rescheduled for late in the day with only downloadable audio. Two of our five did not have phone usage and we missed both the Palatine hill and Roman forum because the entry said it closes at 16:30 and we would have only had 45 mins to go through the extremely long line. Which we would have never made. So in the end, sadly, only got half of our tour in. The operators were friendly enough and tried to help but at that point, that late in the day there was nothing more they could do.

Melissa_GMar 30, 2026VIATOR

An amazing guide and great tour

Alessandro was an amazing tour guide! So knowledgeable, funny and helpful. Having a passionate guide who knew the stories behind the ruins and also interesting side facts along the way made it so memorable

Laura SJun 9, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Excellent toyr

Excellent guide! Great stories that brought the history to life. Would definitely recommend this tour. Was a little long for our 10yo.

Jodi_HJun 16, 2024VIATOR

Excellent experience

Very knowledgeable guide came with her own book filled with renderings. She shared stories and drew right to critical points of the landmark.

Andres_GApr 22, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

Visitors have to arrive to the meeting point 30 min prior to departure. 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 will result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. 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 are not responsable if you provide us with wrong information. Smartphones to download the app must be of the latest generation (No older than the year 2020) The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary. Children must be accompanied by an adult The departure time of the tour may vary and can be brought forward or delayed by no more than 60 minutes before or after the start time indicated in the reservation. In the event that there should be a change in the departure time, this will be communicated at least 7 days before the date booked by you. The order of visit of the monuments included in the tour description may vary. Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour 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. The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
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