Colosseum Tour: Explore Roman History and Gladiators

Experience an exclusive group walking tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome. Enjoy priority access, learn about Roman history, and discover the world of gladiator combats!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 10 days learn more
Highlights
  • Colosseum - The guide will provide a brief overview of Ancient Rome, ensuring every group member is familiar with the key aspects of its captivating history. The small group will then proceed to the most iconic symbol of Ancient Rome, the Colosseum.

With the Colosseum as the focal point, the guide will optimize the time spent in Rome. Upon entering the Colosseum, visitors will be amazed by this remarkably preserved theatre.

Included sites: 1st and 2nd levels
Please note: the 3rd floor, the Arena floor, and the Undergrounds are NOT included

  • Roman Forum - From the Colosseum, the tour will continue to the renowned Palatine Hill, one of Rome’s seven hills. This historic site, once home to emperors, offers a breathtaking view over the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.
  • Palatine Hill - The tour will then descend to the intriguing Roman Forum, the heart of Ancient Rome. As visitors stroll among these ancient ruins, they will feel transported to another era. The guide will use overlay books and 3D images to help visualize the former grandeur of these ruins. Experience the vibrancy of Ancient Rome with this top-rated small group tour.
What's Included
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person)
  • Professional guide for 2.5 hours (if option selected)
  • Headphones
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Entrance to Palatine Hill (if option selected)
  • Entrance to the Roman Forum (if option selected)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum guided sharing tour. Have fun discovering Roman history and Gladiator combats! Visit the Colosseum with an enthusiastic guide who will reveal many stories and anecdotes on Roman emperors and Senators. You will visit the Colosseum, go to the Palatine Hill to see the ruins of the Palace of the emperor Domitian, see the panoramic view of the Circus Maximus and then walk to the Roman Forum where triumphal Arches and temples are still standing as a symbol of the power of Ancient Rome. Like a time machine you will go back to Roman times! this tour includes a friendly storytelling guide who will bring Roman life back to life! NOTE: Please when you book your tour choose the option for a guided tour if you want to visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum with a live guide

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
  • Most travelers can participate. Not wheelchair accessible. Please note that due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for any persons with disabilities.
  • Please Note: to access the Colosseum you need to add in your reservation the exact name and last name of all participants in your group and children need to be specified. In case of mistake in writing your name and last name in your reservation, if the Colosseum tickets controllers deny the access due to the wrong name and last name we decline any responsibility and NO REFUND will be provided.
  • The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed nor refunded. 
  • ID mandatory. Each traveler must present a valid ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.
  • Please note: by purchasing this tour you accept our Terms and Conditions and you are aware that in case of late arrival you will lose your tour and no refund will be given for no show or for late arrival.
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code.
  • Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in.
  • There might be a change in order of the itinerary due to security and ticket availability.
  • Please be aware that to enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check. No visitor can avoid these checks.
  • Please make sure you bring comfortable shoes and a refillable plastic water bottle especially during hot weather! In summer time due to the heat the tour might last about 2 hours.
  • Near public transportation.
  • Normal sized backpacks are permitted, huge backpacks will not be admitted. Not allowed: Pets, weapons or sharp objects, oversized luggage, smoking, alcohol or drugs, sprays or aerosols, glassware, unaccompanied minors, electric wheelchairs.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers.
  • DISCLAIMER: the 3rd floor, the Arena floor and the Undergrounds are NOT included
Location
Santi Cosma e Damiano
Via dei Fori Imperiali
The meeting point is in the square in front, OUTSIDE, of the Basilica of Santi Cosma and Damiano, the church is located on Via dei Fori Imperiali (half way) & is close the entrance of the Roman Forum. You will see our staff in front of the Basilica wearing a uniform with the logos of the company.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Taylor_g
Sep 19, 2024
Amazing Tour - This surprisingly ended up being my favorite tour in Rome. Our guide was absolutely fantastic and so knowledgeable about the Ancient Ruins and history of the history. The sights were absolutely incredible and I learned so much from the guide that I would have never learned on my own. Highly recommend this tour when visiting.
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Simone_f
Sep 18, 2024
Wonderful Tour! - We had a very fun & informative tour with Claudia! She was very knowledgeable and shared amazing information with us as we walked the grounds. Claudia went out of her way to ensure we had breaks in the shade during the tour considering it was a very hot day.
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Julie_k
Sep 17, 2024
Unbelievable! - Our tour guide was amazing! Very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour 150%. We got in so easy, skipped long lines.
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Wendy_c
Sep 17, 2024
Very educational - Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Pace was good. Meeting place was easy to get to. The tickets being available through the guide made it very convenient.
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Howard_t
Sep 16, 2024
Awesome experience - Guide was excellent. We covered a lot of ground on our tour. Great value. I would recommend to anyone visiting Rome.
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Mark_l
Sep 21, 2024
So much history! - The sites were all amazing and such a privilege to see. However the tour was unorganised and changed our times after we arrived. Because we booked late our tickets weren't available and had to be sent to the guide. Oh - and read the fine print, you need your passport to get in. There is a lot of walking and climbing involved, but the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and Colosseum is a must do when in Rome.
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Paul
Sep 21, 2024
Colosseum - Claudia was excellent and knowledgeable but at times talked it seemed she talked too much as we waited to see things.
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Carolyn_s
Sep 17, 2024
Must see historical scenes - The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill have been world renowned for centuries. Being in these locations leaves a person with a feeling of disbelief that these places, known throughout our lives only through pictures and movies, are a reality. In that the guides are allowed a specific time allotment, the tour was rushed. The well educated guide spoke intelligently and personably to all of those he led. However, the older attendees had a difficult time keeping up with the pace of the tour and there was little time for discussion and picture taking. I suggest that a separate tour should be made available to people who are elderly or have disabilities hindering them from keeping up with the racing pace. Having said that, I highly recommend that all visitors to Rome tour these outstanding sites.
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Denise_k
Sep 17, 2024
Interesting and informational. - Our guide was very informative and respectful. She made sure all in our group were together before proceeding.
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Lucy_d
Sep 18, 2024
If we had started on time it would have avoided all the chaos. - Our tour was rescheduled from 9.30am to 11am, then the guide was late by another 20 mins. 15 mins into our tour it started raining heavily.
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