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Book tickets on Viator (opens in a new tab): Rome: Colosseum with Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Guided TourYou book and pay on viator.com. Inclusable may earn a commission.
4.3 / 5 from 6,773 reviews on Viator
- Per booking
- Up to 24 people
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Rating on Viator
- 4.3 / 5 · 6,773 reviews
About this tour
Step into Ancient Rome on a guided tour featuring exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena Floor. Stand where gladiators once fought and emperors watched roaring crowds as your expert guide brings the amphitheater’s dramatic history to life with fascinating stories and insights.
Continue to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and former home of emperors. Enjoy panoramic views over the city while discovering the ruins of ancient palaces and residences.
Then explore the Roman Forum, the center of political, religious, and social life in ancient Rome. See historic landmarks including the Temple of Julius Caesar and learn about the people and events that shaped the Roman Empire.
Combining Arena Floor access with expert storytelling, this tour offers an engaging way to discover Rome’s most iconic ancient landmarks and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and legends.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
The supplier hasn’t ticked Viator’s accessibility boxes for this tour, but describes wheelchair access in their own words below.
Limits the supplier notes
- Stairs or steps
“The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.”The supplier’s own words
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Itinerary
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Your tours also include the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome, which was a bustling center of politics, religion, and social life. Visitors can walk among ruins where emperors, gladiators, and citizens once stood.(45 min)
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This tour of Ancient Rome includes a visit to the Palatine Hill, where emperors and wealthy families once lived, offering stunning views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.(45 min)
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Starting from a designated meeting point, participants receive personal headsets for clear audio. The tour includes access to the Arena floor, as well as the 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum. Note that the 3rd level and Underground areas are not included.(1 hr)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that names provided must exactly match IDs/passports for all participants (including children), or the Colosseum will deny entry. Bring valid ID for everyone—no nicknames, missing, or incorrect names/last names allowed.
- For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
- The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
- Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
- Please show up at least 15 minutes before to do the check in
- 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
- Late arrivals or no shows will not be refunded
- In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
Included
- Entrance to Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Official Professional Guide
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Audio Equipment to Hear the Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation
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.
Location & contact
- Area
- Rome
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica, in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1 (halfway, near the Roman Forum entrance). Our staff will be wearing a light blue vest with our logos on. Please arrive 15 minutes early—late arrivals cannot join the tour
- Contact
- Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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