Gladiator's Stage Tour: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Colosseum Arena's gladiator stage
- Discover Palatine Hill's ancient ruins
- Wander through Roman Forum's historic sites
- Skip-the-line access for efficient touring
- Expert guide sharing rich historical insights
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum Arena
- Guided tour of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
Visiting Romes more iconic monument, the Colosseum, and be taken back in time as you enter through the Gladiators gate. Discover lead by our official professional guides unimmaginable and astonishing stories of gladiators fights, battleship and much more. This tour provides you with the opportunity to explore the archaeological area in a relaxed and enjoyable manner!
Admire the heart of the Ancient Rome! The Forum was indeed one of the most important place in the ancient world, since it was here where public and social life were lived. Conceived originally for commericial purpose, over the centuries the Forum turned into a real warzone for the politcal power, marked by intense battles fought by artworks and public buildings, as usual during the Republican Age. This and much more to discover and learn about during a pleasant but informative walking with our guides.
Discover the origins of Rome visiting the ancient ruins of the Palatine Hill a stronghold of the imperial age and, according to the legend, also the theatre where the events which brought to the foundation of Rome took place.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves walking on uneven surfaces; please wear appropriate footwear.
- Photography is allowed, but tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited.
- 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.
- Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early to ensure timely departure.
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
- 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.
- It is forbidden to bring inside the Colosseum: glass, sharp objects, alcohol, spray
- Customers need to show up at our office in via della Polveriera 8 in order to join this tour
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours and a half
- Upon choosing our guided tour, you acknowledge and accept that the admission fee to the archaeological sites of the arena is 22 euros for adults, accompanied by a 2 EUR booking fee, and free admission ticket for children under 18. The remaining amount is voluntary and includes services provided by skilled licensed guides, headsets, booking fees, and other tour amenities. Our goal is to provide transparency and ensure your understanding of the cost breakdown, allowing you to fully recognize the value of our guided experience.
- The order of the tour is subject to internal arrangements at the Colosseum, we highly suggest you to contact us for any question.
Traveler reviews
Worth every penny!!!
This experience was fabulous!!! We had Elena for our tour and she’s excellent. Funny, knowledgeable and passionate about Roman history. You get a head set to listen to your guide which gives you the freedom to roam while staying informed. Be prepared to walk a lot, see a lot and learn a lot. I appreciated Elena giving us a full description of what a day would have been like at the colosseum and providing us with pictures. Seeing it from the arena floor was spectacular. I also appreciated her allotting time to take photos. I also would like to highlight that everything ran so smooth was perfectly on time and it was easy to check in. Bring water, sunscreen, and good walking shoes!!! There is one bathroom stop as well.
Benedicta an amazing guide!
Benedicta was an exceptional guide — incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about Rome’s history. She went far beyond what was visually in front of us, weaving together the deeper stories and context that brought everything to life. Her ability to connect what you’re seeing to the broader sweep of Roman history made the experience truly memorable. Couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Our tour guide really sold it
Marco was incredible, so lively, so fun, so energetic, so knowledgeable. He really made the tour of fun and exciting experience. That man deserves a raise and a medal. Truly a model human.
Best tour ever
Zenia was one of the best tour guides we have used anywhere. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Colosseum and Paletine Hill.
Must do tour
My wife and I absolutely loved the Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill tour! It was an incredible experience walking through such historic and iconic places while learning so much about ancient Rome. Our tour guide made the experience even better — they were both hilarious and extremely knowledgeable. They kept the tour fun, engaging, and full of interesting facts and stories that really brought the history to life. We never felt bored for a second! Getting to see the Colosseum Arena up close was unforgettable, and exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill was truly amazing. This tour ended up being one of the highlights of our trip to Italy, and we would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rome!