Colosseum Tour: Explore Ancient Rome's Wonders

Discover the secrets of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum on this small-group guided tour. Skip the long entrance lines and explore the historical sites with a certified local guide.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 72 hours
Highlights
  • Colosseum - Your journey into antiquity begins with the Colosseum, one of the world’s most iconic sights. Your guide will call on their historical and archaeological expertise to tell you all about the battles, both physical and political, that played out in this incredible amphitheater.
    You might be surprised to learn that ‘Gladiator’ didn’t get…
What's Included
  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
  • Licensed local tour guide
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headset
  • Adult entry tickets (€18.00) for the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
  • Group Tour (max 25 people group)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
Additional Information

Explore the marvels of ancient Rome with our guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum! Our tour includes tickets that are designed to enhance your visit, ensuring a seamless and well-organized entry, allowing you to savor every moment.
Guided by certified local experts, including art historians and archaeologists, our tour…

Location
Arch of Constantine
Via di San Gregorio
At the Arch of Constantine, on San Gregorio side (which is the opposite side of the Colosseum), you will find one of our local guides waiting for you with an ORANGE UMBRELLA with Tours and the City written on it.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Monicanr1966ju
Dec 31, 2025
Perfect - The pace was perfect, and the explanations were easy to follow. A great way to explore the Colosseum without feeling rushed
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920julsc
Dec 31, 2025
History lesson that didn’t feel like school - The stories about gladiators and Roman life kept the youngest ones interested. A great educational experience for everyone! Simona made the Roman Empire come to life.
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Germanb700
Dec 31, 2025
Smooth and well organized - Booking was easy and customer service was so responsive. On the day, everything ran smoothly, and the guide (David) did an excellent job explaining the history. It's a must-do
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B4335ogjessl
Dec 31, 2025
Essential for first-time visitors - Seeing these sites with a guide made all the difference. We learned so much and enjoyed every step of the tour! Donatella is a gem!
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Xikaxik
Dec 30, 2025
Educational and fun for the kids - We did this tour with our children and were pleasantly surprised at how engaging it was. The guide told stories that kept them interested, especially inside the Colosseum. Highly recommend it!
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A3853jqmadelinem
Dec 18, 2025
Perfect for solo history lovers - I joined the tour alone and felt immediately included. Simona was engaging and very informative, making the experience enjoyable and educational. We also had a lot of time for photos for the gram. Highly recommend!
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650xaviv
Dec 18, 2025
More than just ruins - Without a guide, these places are just stones. With this tour, they became a living city full of stories and meaning. Francesco was an extraordinary and mind-blowing guide!
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Mauriziosi4852ej
Dec 17, 2025
A highlight of my solo trip - It’s my 3rd tour with this company and I really recommend it! Seeing the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill with a knowledgeable guide was the highlight of my time in Rome. Alfredo is the best!
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A3837ghannas
Dec 15, 2025
HISTORY HAS NEVER BEEN SO FUN! - I learned more during this tour than in 5 years of high school ;) thank you so much for this amazing experience and a special thanks to Elisa who patiently helped me find the correct meeting point!
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Lailaa584
Nov 20, 2025
Great tour - Francesco is an excellent guude, very knowledgable, with lots if passion and patience. This is a highly recommended tour. It was excellent!
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From $74
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start of your experience (local time).