Rome: Colosseum Express Tour with Forum & Palatine Access

Recommended by 92% of travelers

Rome, Italy

1 hour (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

If you’re in Rome for a short time but want to check off the must-see historic sites, opt for this express Colosseum tour with entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Or, if you have extra time, opt for a visit to the arena floor to stand where gladiators once fought. For those who want to see it all, choose the full tour to discover the entire complex including the underground areas, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

Enjoy a more personalized experience on a small-group tour
Use quality headsets to hear your guide clearly
Go straight to the highlights of the ancient Roman stadium
Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guide or on your own (depending on tour option)

What's Included

Option 1 – Colosseum Express Tour: ticket valued at €18/person. No Arena Floor / Underground access.
Option 2 – Colosseum Arena Tour : ticket valued at €24/person, including Arena Floor. NO Underground
Option 3 – Colosseum Underground: ticket valued at €24/person, including Underground and Arena Floor
Small-group experience: up to 12 guests for Options 1 & 2; up to 6 for Option 3.
Headsets when required & Licensed professional guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off not included.
Food, drinks and gratuities not included.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour option 1 & 2
Access to the Underground — Options 1 and 2 and Access to Arena Floor - Option 1

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 25, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Meeting point: Via dei Fori Imperiali, 25, 00186 Rome (RM) Please meet in front of the Tourist Information Point at Fori Imperiali. Look for the “Trip in Art” flag. We kindly ask you to arrive at least 30 minutes early to ensure a smooth check-in.

End point

Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Your tour concludes within the Colosseum, at the official bookstore. Then, with the tickets provided, set out at your own pace to discover the Roman Forum and the heights of Palatine Hill.

Itinerary

Via dei Fori Imperiali, 25

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum (Pass By)

Palatine Hill (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Full names and ages of all participants are required at the time of booking. Incomplete or incorrect information may result in denied entry.
A valid ID or passport is mandatory. Guests arriving without a valid ID cannot be guaranteed entry.
Option 1 - Colosseum Express Tour (No Arena, No Underground Access): Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person. Arena Floor and Underground access are not included.
Option 2 – Colosseum Arena Tour (No Underground): Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €24 per person, including Arena Floor access. Underground access is not included.

Option 3 – Colosseum Underground Full Tour: Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €24 per person, includes access to the Underground (Hypogeum) and Arena Floor.
A Colosseum reservation fee of €2 per person applies to all options.
The remaining cost of the experience covers the services of an experienced licensed guide, audio devices, reservations, and other tour services.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill: Options 1 and 2 include admission for a self-guided visit. Option 3 includes a guided visit.
This tour operates in all weather conditions.
A moderate level of physical fitness is required.
All visitors must pass through a mandatory metal detector security check at the Colosseum.
Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entry and may not be accommodated.
Your guide will lead the group during the guided portions of the experience. Access and exit procedures may vary depending on the option selected.
For the 4:50 PM tour: access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill will take place the following day, as the Archaeological Park's last entrance is at 5:45 PM.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 7 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 37 reviews

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Best tour!

Vincent_C, Jul 2025

Best tour that we went on. Our tour guide was outstanding. Her stories of Ancient Rome made us feel like we were there. We were shocked at her knowledge of the Coliseum. Great job!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you, Vincent! We’re thrilled to hear this was the best tour of your trip. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words to your guide—it means a lot!

Not very accommodating

Byron_A, Apr 2024

We missed the event after they changed our time slot and never used the tickets. We tried to move to the afternoon time slot but were told “sorry”. So it wasn’t a great experience.

Response from Host, May 2024

We deeply regret the inconvenience caused by the unexpected change in your tour time slot, and we are committed to ensuring better communication and service in the future. Your feedback helps us immensely in this endeavor, and we appreciate your understanding. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. Andy

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