Colosseum and Forum Tour: Ancient Rome Exploration

Explore Rome’s Colosseum and Forum, then enjoy a rooftop aperitif. Walk where gladiators fought and soak in history with an expert guide.

Duration: 3 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Colosseum - Begin your tour at the Colosseum, where you’ll meet our expert English-speaking guide. After a brief introduction, step onto the restricted arena floor, walking in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors. In the heart of this iconic amphitheater, imagine the vibrant atmosphere as your guide brings to life the history and significance…
What's Included
  • Priority entry into the Colosseum
  • Gladiator gate
  • VIP walk on the arena floor
  • Ruins of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill
  • Terrace aperitif with view
  • Expert English-speaking guide
Additional Information

Discover the wonders of ancient Rome on our private Colosseum and Forum tour, timed perfectly as the afternoon heat diminishes and the crowds disperse. Guided by an expert, you’ll explore the iconic sites of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Your adventure begins on the Colosseum’s Arena Floor, walking in the footsteps of gladiators. Next, ascend…

Location
Piazza del Colosseo, 21
Piazza del Colosseo
In front of the SOS sign outside the Colosseum Metro station's upper floor entrance, located in Largo Gaetana Agnesi. PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has an upper and lower entrance, both with SOS signs. Please ensure you are at the upper level. Coordinates: 41.891560,12.491393
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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A859jdjoannag
Oct 5, 2025
Excellent tour! - We had such an incredible tour with Fabio V for the Colosseum. He was so energetic and knowledgeable, and answered all our questions about the history of the area. We will definitely be booking another tour because our experience was amazing.
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Greysonf14
Oct 3, 2025
Ribal Colosseum Tour - We had a great tour if the Colosseum and Forum with Ribal. He was very kind and knowledgable and explained everything in a way that made sense and was very enjoyable. Would highly recommend this Tour and Ribal.
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Cynthiae747
Oct 1, 2025
last tour of colosseum with roof top appertif - Matteo is a quintessential Roman. He was extremely knowledgeable and very well informed. The trip was well worth the price. He also was kind enough to share is insight on where to enjoy a traditional Roman dinner. We would highly recommend this tour.
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Lsmock
Sep 25, 2025
Private tour Colosseum w/ rooftop drink with Ribal - Very thorough tour with Ribal. Lots of history and facts. Answered our 5 million questions. Enjoyable and informative. Above and beyond to do all the things we wanted that was included in the tour. The roof top is a stunning view!
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Sabrinarm8898dt
Sep 25, 2025
Ancient tour and drink with Ribal - Ribal was amazing! Great tour, lots of knowledge on the history of Rome, Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palestine Hill !! 10/10 Would recommend!!
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Freedom04560497022
Sep 25, 2025
Last entry colosseum tour with Matteo - The last entry Colosseum tour with Matteo was fantastic. He had so much information and was able to answer any question we could throw at him. Make sure everyone brings a picture ID because you can't get in without it!
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Helen
Sep 23, 2025
Incredible private tour with Fabio - We booked a private tour of the colosseum and had Fabio as our guide. He was excellent and this was a highlight of our trip. His knowledge was extensive and his energy and enthusiasm made the tour an amazing experience. The apertivo was much needed after a long day and the venue had stunning views. Cannot recommend Fabio and this tour enough.
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W6342oddylanm
Sep 10, 2025
10/5 - Dennis made the experience better than we could've asked for. He even took many pictures of us! Some we haven't received yet from him!!
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Fvtan
Sep 4, 2025
A Great Tour with a Great Guide - My name is Frances, so when my husband and I met Francesca, I jokingly told her that we were twins! It turned out she had more in common with my husband in terms of the knowledge and interest. My husband asked tons of questions and Francesca happily answered them. I enjoyed her explanations and dispelling myths with facts. At the end of the tour, she took us to the rooftop bar where there was a misunderstanding about our reservation. She was very persistent in remedying the situation which I appreciated. All in all, a great tour with a great guide!
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O1067ykrachell
Aug 14, 2025
Great, super funny, lots of fun. Rooftop bar at the end was awesome. - Our guide was very knowledgable. She was also very patient with my over tired son. We had a great tour and learned lots. The rooftop bar was wonderful.
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