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Rome Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Arena Access Option

4.5 · 131 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 1h – 3h
Rome Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Arena Access Option

At a glance

Rome Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Arena Access Option is a 1h – 3h guided experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Towns of Italy. Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 131 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $48.65 per person. Included: COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: 24-hour independent access to Forum, Palatine Hill & Imperial Fora, COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: guided Colosseum tour with first and second tier access, Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if Arena access is included + 2 € per person res fee.

Highlights

  • Rated 4.5/5 by 131 travellers
  • 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary

Quick facts

Duration
1h – 3h
Group
Small group, up to 25 travellers
Languages
English, Spanish
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
See cancellation policy

Overview

Rome Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Arena Access Option: choose the Ancient Rome experience that best fits your visit.

This product includes separate options, not cumulative experiences. Please check your selected option carefully, as itinerary, duration, language and inclusions vary.

Choose the Colosseum Express 1-Hour Tour for a focused guided Colosseum visit with first and second tier access, plus independent 24-hour access to the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and Imperial Fora.

Choose the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill option for a fully guided Ancient Rome tour with reserved Colosseum entrance, expert guide and guided visit through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Choose the Arena Access option to add the Colosseum Arena Floor and stand where gladiators once fought, with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill included according to the selected option.

Spanish option available for guests who prefer a guided Colosseum and Roman Forum experience in Spanish.

What's included

What's included

  • COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: 24-hour independent access to Forum, Palatine Hill & Imperial Fora
  • COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: guided Colosseum tour with first and second tier access
  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if Arena access is included + 2 € per person res fee
  • SEMI-PRIVATE COLOSSEUM ARENA TOUR: semi-private Colosseum Arena Floor tour with max 8 guests
  • Professional licensed guide for your Colosseum tour & Headsets to hear your guide when needed
  • COLOSSEUM ARENA & ROMAN FORUM TOUR: guided Colosseum Arena Floor and Roman Forum tour in English
  • SPANISH ARENA & ROMAN FORUM: Roman Forum guided tour with independent Colosseum Arena Floor access
  • COLOSSEUM, FORUM & PALATINE TOUR: guided Ancient Rome tour with Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 1h

    visit the Colosseum with reserved entrance and expert guide. Learn about gladiators, emperors, Roman games and the history of Rome’s most iconic ancient amphitheater. Access level, duration and guided areas vary according to the selected option

  2. Stop 2 · 30m

    IF COLOSSEUM ARENA & ROMAN FORUM TOUR, SPANISH ARENA & ROMAN FORUM TOUR OR SEMI-PRIVATE COLOSSEUM ARENA TOUR IS SELECTED: access the Colosseum Arena Floor and stand where gladiators once fought. In the Spanish option, Arena access is independent

  3. Stop 3

    IF INCLUDED IN YOUR SELECTED OPTION: explore the Roman Forum, the political, religious and commercial heart of Ancient Rome. Visit ruins of temples, basilicas and public spaces with your guide, or independently with the Express option pass

  4. Stop 4

    IF INCLUDED IN YOUR SELECTED OPTION: discover Palatine Hill, one of Rome’s most ancient areas, linked to the city’s legendary origins and imperial residences. Enjoy panoramic views over the Roman Forum and Ancient Rome

  5. Stop 5 · 10m

    See the Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum, one of Ancient Rome’s most famous triumphal arches. For the Colosseum Express 1-Hour Tour, this area is also connected to the dedicated meeting point

Meeting point

Colosseum Express 1-Hour Tour Option ONLY: Meet our tour leader in front of the “Arco di Costantino”, looking at the Colosseum from the short side of the arch. Search for TOWNS OF ITALY sign

Kindly arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the designated departure time.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • PLEASE NOTE: in order to purchase the Colosseum tickets, we kindly need to receive in advance the names of all participants (accordingly to the ID card)
  • Big bags, umbrellas and liquid bottles will not be allowed inside the museums
  • The schedule is subject to changes pending more precise information from the Colosseum management
  • 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 be advised that the tour itinerary may change, but the guided tour is always guaranteed

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 within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Rome Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Arena Access Option take?

The experience lasts about 1h – 3h.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $48.65 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: 24-hour independent access to Forum, Palatine Hill & Imperial Fora; COLOSSEUM EXPRESS 1-HOUR OPTION: guided Colosseum tour with first and second tier access; Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if Arena access is included + 2 € per person res fee; SEMI-PRIVATE COLOSSEUM ARENA TOUR: semi-private Colosseum Arena Floor tour with max 8 guests; Professional licensed guide for your Colosseum tour & Headsets to hear your guide when needed; COLOSSEUM ARENA & ROMAN FORUM TOUR: guided Colosseum Arena Floor and Roman Forum tour in English.

Where does it start?

Colosseum Express 1-Hour Tour Option ONLY: Meet our tour leader in front of the “Arco di Costantino”, looking at the Colosseum from the short side of the arch. Search for TOWNS OF ITALY sign Kindly arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the designated departure…

Can I cancel?

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in English, Spanish.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 131 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.

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