Colosseum Arena, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum max 12 visitors Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Rome, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore three of Rome’s most important ancient sites in just a few hours on a small-group tour. Enter the Colosseum through the exclusive Gladiators’ Entrance and step onto the Arena Floor—off-limits to most travelers—to experience the amphitheater from an angle many miss out on. Continue with a guided walk through the Roman Forum and take in sweeping views from Palatine Hill, one of the Seven Hills of Rome.

Learn more than you would on your own with a guide leading the way
Visit areas of the Colosseum that standard tours don't cover
Enjoy the intimate feel of a small-group tour with a capped number of travelers
Visit three historic sites without the hassle of planning an itinerary

What's Included

Local Guide
Access to the Arena Floor of the Colosseum
Entrance ticket to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Semi-Private Group up to 12 people
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Santi Cosma e Damiano
Via dei Fori Imperiali, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
The meeting point is in the square in front of the Basilica of Santi Cosma and Damiano in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1. You will see the staff outside the Basilica wearing a uniform with the logos of the activity provider.

End point

Piazza del Colosseo
P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
All visitors are required to present a valid photo ID (passport or equivalent) for entry to the archaeological sites. 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.
Guests who cannot present proper identification may be denied entry by site officials. Tickets are pre- purchased with name and last name and you will not stay in line at the ticket counter.
Please be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in.

Please note: if you arrive late you might lose the entrance at the Colosseum
Please note: the order of the itinerary might change. It is possible that you will visit first the Roman Forum and then the Palatine Hill
The meeting time can be subject to a slight change due to the availability from the Colosseum. In this case we will call/text you in advance.
Our tours are designed for up to 12 guests per guide, providing a personal and immersive experience. Occasionally, to keep families or friends together, we may include one or two additional guests. Likewise, some tours may have fewer than six participants. This flexible approach ensures everyone enjoys the best possible experience.
The tour last 2,5 hours, in summer time due to the heat might last up 2 hours
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.
Most travelers can participate. Not wheelchair accessible. Please note that due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for any persons with disabilities.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers