Colosseum Gladiator's Arena and Ancient Rome Tour

Rome, Italy

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5+ bookings last month.

3 hours (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Access areas that many visitors never see on this guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Enter through the Gladiators’ Gate and follow your guide to both the Arena Floor and upper levels for rare, close-up perspectives of the amphitheater. Then, continue through the Forum and up to Palatine Hill to explore temples, monuments, and imperial ruins with added context—making it easier to understand how these sites once functioned at the center of Roman life.

Hear stories of Ancient Rome to gain a better understanding of the time
See highlights that you might not have discovered on your own
Choose from plenty of start times throughout the day to fit your schedule
Visit three historic sites without juggling multiple bookings

What's Included

Gladiators Arena Exclusive Tour
Colosseum Upper and Lower Levels Guided Tour
Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
Tickets for Colosseum, Forum and Palatine
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

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza del Colosseo, 21, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
In front of COLOSSEO METRO Station, Lower Level Exit, nearby the Newsstand and across the road from the Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo 22, Roma 00184. Please don't go to the Metro Upper Level. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign that says '' BUONJORNO TOURS ''

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Colosseum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign saying BUONJORNO TOURS in the Meeting point.
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.
Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
Tour may start with Roman Forum then move to Colosseum or vice versa ...
We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone

For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
Entry Tickets will be provided by our guide the day of the tour
A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory
All Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point 15 Minutes Early
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.
Not Wheelchair accessibile
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.4

based on 7 reviews

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Excellent Tour

Cathleen_C, Sep 2025

This tour was amazing! Christina was so knowledgeable and passionate about the history it made for a great afternoon.

Lucky dip

dennis_r, Jun 2024

Lovely tour with a knowledgeable lady who ensured we were all kept together and informed whilst slowly navigating our way around Rome’s epic history.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and appreciated our knowledgeable guide's efforts to keep everyone informed and together. Your feedback is invaluable to us. If you have any suggestions on how we can make your experience even better, please do not hesitate to email us at info@buonjornotours.com. We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon! Best regards, The Buonjorno Tours Team

If you like history, this is the tour for you!

Susan_M, May 2024

Our guide had so much information to share- it was incredibly interesting! There were details I had no idea of and she used some very helpful pictures too! Very comprehensive!

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us regarding your recent tour experience. We are thrilled to hear that you found the information shared by our guide to be incredibly interesting and comprehensive. It's our goal to provide enriching and memorable experiences for all our guests, and we're delighted that you enjoyed your time with us. Your comments are invaluable to us as they help us continually improve our services. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, we would greatly appreciate hearing from you. Please feel free to send us an email at tours@toursofrome.info with any additional thoughts or recommendations you may have. Once again, thank you for choosing Tours Of Rome. We look forward to welcoming you back on another unforgettable journey through the Eternal City! Warm regards,

Not what I expected

William_R, Oct 2023

The tour guide would not spend time at the interesting things in the coliseum. We would stand away from things for a great deal of time. Then she walked us out of the coliseum without warning and we were not allowed back in. I wanted to visit the gift shop for a couple of items We were not allowed to go back and take any pictures.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear valued customer, We sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had during your recent visit to the Colosseum with our tour guide. Your feedback is essential to us, and we're committed to improving our services. We regret that the tour guide did not provide enough time for you to fully enjoy the interesting aspects of the Colosseum and that you were unexpectedly escorted out without the opportunity to revisit certain areas or visit the gift shop. This falls short of the high standards we strive to maintain. We will investigate the incident further to ensure that our tour guides are better equipped to provide comprehensive and informative tours while allowing guests the time and freedom to explore and capture memories through photos. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience you may have faced, and we would like to extend an invitation to you for another visit, with the hope that we can offer you a more enjoyable experience. We genuinely appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve and provide better service to our valued customers. Thank you for sharing your concerns, and we look forward to the opportunity to make it right on your next visit. Sincerely, Customer Relations Team

Very Historic Tour!

Joe_H, Oct 2023

Just the amount of history all in one place! Serena did a very good job of explaining the history and the types of events that took place in the colosseum.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Serena provided an informative and engaging experience during your visit to the Colosseum. Our team takes great pride in sharing the rich history and significance of this iconic landmark. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in the future!"

Amazing tour of Colosseum, Forum and Palatine hill.

Duane_B, Sep 2023

Our tour guide, Maria Theresa was wonderful. Patient, thougtful and informative this was an amazing experience. Thank you!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

"Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Maria Theresa provided you with a wonderful experience on your tour. We'll make sure to pass along your compliments to her. If you ever decide to embark on another adventure, we'd love to have you join us again!"

Excellent, highly recommend- I would use again

Larry_L, Sep 2023

Modi, was an excellent tour guide, with great knowledge of the Colosseum and of the grounds. We were all very impressed with his work. I loved the book he brought with him to compare the Conditions of the sights now vs past.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Modi provided an excellent tour experience, showcasing his impressive knowledge of the Colosseum and its grounds. It's fantastic that you appreciated his unique approach, including the comparison of current conditions with the past through the book. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Modi. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience!

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