Guided Tours of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Unlock 3,000 years of history in just a few hours on an expert-led journey through ancient Rome’s power center.

• Everything you get: Walk past entry crowds and explore Colosseum’s seating rows and Museum, as your guide shares tales of gladiator drama, politics powerplay, and engineering brilliance. Stroll the Roman Forum’s iconic ruins, then ascend Palatine Hill for sweeping views over Rome as a grand finale.
• Why choose this? Maximize your Colosseum experience with reserved entry, expert storytelling, and a seamless itinerary covering Eternal City's three popular landmarks.
• Upgrade: Choose a small-group tour—fewer guests mean closer interactions with your guide, better photo-op, and a more personalized experience.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum

• English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)

• Timed entry to the Colosseum

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Arena access

• Access to Underground and Belvedere

What to bring

• Valid photo ID; entry may be denied without it.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water.

What’s not allowed

• Name changes after booking.
• Entry without the exact full name provided at booking.

Accessibility

• Not accessible for wheelchair users, prams/strollers, or visitors with mobility issues.
• Some areas have uneven surfaces.

Additional information

• Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled entry at the Arch of Constantine meeting point.
• Security checks may cause minor delays.
• Colosseum entry fee is €18 (or €24 for Arena access) plus a €2 booking fee.
• The order of the tour may change—check for updates before your visit.
• Palatine Hill and Roman Forum do not have timed entry; expect potential wait times.

Join an exclusive tour of the Arena, the gladiators’ battlefield, limited to just a few visitors at a time.

• Everything you get: Skip the crowds and enter through the Gladiator’s Gate, straight onto the fragile, partially reconstructed Arena floor—off-limits with standard tickets. With your expert guide, uncover stories of gladiator training, bloody clashes, political intrigue, and even ancient stadium lighting. Then continue to Palatine Hill’s imperial ruins and the Roman Forum’s grand temples, arches, and basilicas.
• Why choose this: Standard Colosseum access doesn’t include the arena floor—a rare privilege due to its very limited capacity and preservation needs. See the amphitheater from a gladiator’s-eye view, learn its significance from your guide, and finish amid the Forum’s ruins.
• Upgrade: Opt for a small-group tour (15 guests) for an intimate, interactive experience, or choose a regular group tour for a budget-friendly option.

What to bring

• Valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.
• The full name of each participant (including children) must match the ID provided at entry.

What’s not allowed

• Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.
• Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.

Accessibility

• The experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility issues.
• All visitors must pass through a mandatory security check with metal detectors.

Additional information

• Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled check-in time; late arrivals will not be refunded.
• Meeting time may change—updates will be sent via call or message.
• Rain or shine, tours operate. In case of heavy rain, some areas may be closed for safety.
• In July and August, the tour duration may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.
• The order of attractions may vary to manage crowd levels.
• As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is impossible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.

Tick off Rome’s bucket list attraction with a guided tour that packs the Colosseum’s biggest moments into just one hour.

• Everything you get: Enter at your reserved time and, in just one hour, explore the Colosseum’s most legendary spots, its tiered seating, on-site museum, and sweeping Arena views. Your guide weaves history, engineering, and drama into a sharp, crowd-light experience.
• Why choose this? It’s the fastest, smartest way to experience the Colosseum’s highlights—perfect for tight schedules or pairing with other Rome landmarks—without missing out on expert context.
• Options: Choose a kid-friendly, story-driven tour of Roman ruins, or an express Forum visit with Arena Floor access. For an even more exclusive experience, opt for the semi-private Arena-only express tour.

Inclusions

• Express guided tour of the Colosseum

• Kid-friendly tour (as per option selected)

• English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Roman Forum and Palatine Hill express guided tour with exclusive Arena Floor access(as per option selected)

• Arena-only express tour in a semi-private group of 6 (as per option selected)

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Access to Underground and Belvedere

What to bring

• Valid photo ID; entry may be denied without it.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water.

What’s not allowed

• Name changes after booking.
• Entry without the exact full name provided at booking.

Accessibility

• Not accessible for wheelchair users, prams/strollers, or visitors with mobility issues.
• Some areas have uneven surfaces.

Additional information

• Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled entry at the Arch of Constantine meeting point.
• For maximum safety, all guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.
• The order of the tour may change—check for updates before your visit.

Only way to access Colosseum’s restricted underground, where gladiators once awaited their fate before battling on the arena floor.

• Everything you get: Descend into a fragile maze of tunnels, cages, and ancient lifts, once holding gladiators and animals, preserved for two millennia and accessible to only a few visitors at a time. Step onto the Arena Floor where battles raged, then climb the tiers to grasp its sheer scale, as your guide talks about prep zones, VIP routes, stage mechanics, and more.
• Why choose this: The only tour with full Colosseum access, from Underground chambers to Arena Floor and panoramic tiers, limited to a select few daily. Stand where gladiators waited, fought, then see it from the stands like ancient spectators.
• Upgrades: Add a guided visit to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, home to the Temple of Antoninus Pius, Temple of Saturn, Arch of Septimius Severus, and other political monuments. Or choose an intimate group of 6 for a more personalized experience.

Inclusions

• Special access guided tour of the Underground and Arena Floor

• Guided tour of Colosseum with reserved entry

• English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Guided tour of Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with priority access (as per option selected)

• Small group of max 6 people (as per option selected)

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Access to upper floors

• Hotel transfers

What to bring

• Valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.
• The full name of each participant (including children) must match the ID provided at entry.

What’s not allowed

• Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.
• Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.

Accessibility

• The experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility issues.

Additional information

• Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled check-in time; late arrivals will not be refunded.
• All guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry for maximum safety. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.
• Meeting time may change—updates will be sent via call or message.
• Rain or shine, tours operate. In case of heavy rain, some areas may be closed for safety.
• In July and August, the tour duration may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.
• The order of attractions may vary to manage crowd levels.
• Access to the underground is restricted to the general public. Be sure to book ahead to guarantee your spot!

Small-group Colosseum tour (15 guests max) with optional arena access for a more interactive experience.

• Everything you get: Enter the mighty Colosseum at your chosen time and enjoy a more personal experience with just 15 guests. Walk its ancient seating rows, visit the museum, dive into Roman history at the Forum and catch the panoramic city views at Palatine Hill—all in a small, engaging group.
• Why choose this? A small group means better access to your guide, fewer distractions, and a more engaging exploration of ancient Rome.
• Upgrades: Opt for Arena Floor access for an exclusive gladiator’s perspective.

Inclusions

• Small-group guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, or German-speaking guide

• Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2

• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Group of up to 15 guests

• Arena floor access (as per option selected)

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Access to the Colosseum underground

• Hotel pick up and drop off

• Meals

A tour designed just for you—skip the crowds and explore at your own pace with an expert archaeologist guide.

• Everything you will get: Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time, exploring the seating areas and second-floor museum with your private guide. Take in breathtaking Arena views from above as you uncover the world of gladiators. Then, walk through the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where ancient temples, palaces, and political hubs reveal the rise and fall of an empire.
• Note: The price displayed is for two people and increases as you add more participants.
• Why choose this? Skip the crowds and explore ancient Rome on your terms. No waiting, no rush—just a private archaeologist guide crafting a tour around your interests, from gladiator combat to imperial politics.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum

• English, Spanish, Italian, or French-speaking archeologist guide (as per option selected)

• Private group (up to 10)

• Access to the tiers 1 & 2 and Museum

• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Exclusive Arena access

• Access to Underground and upper floors

• Hotel transfers

• Meals

See Rome’s most iconic landmarks with one ticket: from its legendary arena to a famed papal fortress.

• Everything you get at Castel Sant’Angelo: Skip the line and uncover Castel Sant’Angelo with a digital audio guide. Wander through papal apartments, admire Renaissance frescoes, browse museum collections, and finish with breathtaking views from the Angel Terrace.
• Everything you get at the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum & Mamertine Prison: Enjoy timed entry to the Colosseum with an audio guide offering expert insights into its rich history. Then explore Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, before visiting the Mamertine Prison, linked to St. Peter and St. Paul, for a glimpse into Rome’s early past.
• Why choose this: A budget-friendly combo that saves you money while giving access to Rome’s greatest landmarks, all with one ticket.

Inclusions Castel Sant'Angelo

• Skip-the-line entry

• Digital audio guide

Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and Mamertine Prison

• Timed entry to the Colosseum

• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

Castel Sant’Angelo What to bring

• Valid photo ID for all visitors (mandatory for discounted tickets).
• Printed or mobile voucher.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, food, drinks, or tripods.

Accessibility

• Spiral ramp and terrace are not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Mandatory security checks apply, even with skip-the-line entry.

Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Mamertine Prison

What to bring

• Valid photo ID (names on tickets must match IDs).
• Phone and headphones if using the audio guide (download in advance on the Headout app).

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, luggage, and tripods.

Additional information

• Security checks can take 30+ minutes—place all items (including phones) in trays for faster clearance.
• Colosseum entry is timed; Roman Forum & Palatine remain valid for 24 hours.
• Separate entrances for Colosseum and Forum/Palatine; re-entry is not permitted.

This combo lets you hit 8 Roman hotspots on a bus, then see 3 ancient sites at the Colosseum!

• Everything you get on hop-on hop-off tour: Cruise Rome for 24 hours on a hop-on hop-off bus, arriving at 8 iconic sights every 15 minutes. Explore sights to your heart’s content and tune into audio guides for stories behind each landmark, plus get access to free self-guided walking tours!
• Everything you get at Colosseum: Breeze past the Colosseum queues with your timed entry ticket to step back 2,000 years into gladiatorial history. Then enjoy access to the sprawling Roman Forum where emperors addressed the crowds, and climb Palatine Hill, the leafy birthplace of Rome itself.
• Why choose this combo: This perfect pairing lets you tick off Rome's bucket-list sights from the comfort of a bus, then dive deep into the ancient world's most fascinating ruins, with just one pass!
• You’ll see: The imposing St. Peter's dome rising over the Vatican, the Spanish Steps' elegant cascade, and the chariot-racing ghosts at Circus Maximus.

Inclusions Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by Big Bus
• Access to Red route
• Free walking tours on Vox app with audio guide in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Chinese & Russian
• Audio guides in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian, Portuguese & Mandarin
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

• Timed entry to the Colosseum (near stop #3 on Red route)
• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red route

• First bus: 9am from stop #1 Termini Railway Station
• Last bus: 7pm from stop #1 Termini Railway Station
• Frequency: Every 14 minutes
• Popular stops: Colosseum, Piazza Venezia, Vatican, Ludovisi / Spanish Steps

Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

• Luggage is not allowed on board the bus.
• Most of the buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. However, strollers must be left on the lower deck of the bus.
• Pets with muzzles are welcome on board the bus.
• Specific details related to the add-ons, like the free walking tours, in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

• The date you select is for the hop-on hop-off bus tour and your visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. The time you select is for your preferred entry time to the Colosseum.

Enjoy reserved entry to Colosseum, tour the exclusive Arena Floor, sunset views along Forum, and make a wish at Trevi.

• Everything you get: Skip the ticket lines and step onto the Colosseum Arena Floor through the Gladiators’ Gate, hearing tales of epic battles from your guide. Walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali for panoramic views over the Roman Forum, then see the Trevi Fountain glow at sunset while learning its history and legends.
• Why choose this: A rare chance to stand where gladiators fought, enjoy Rome’s icons at golden hour, and skip daytime crowds.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of exclusive Arena Floor with reserved entry to Colosseum

• Expert English or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Evening walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali with Forum views

• Trevi Fountain visit

Exclusions

• Transportation

• Food and Beverage

Explore the Colosseum at dusk, when crowds thin and the amphitheater glows in twilight.

• Everything you get: Join an expert English-speaking guide for an evening tour of the Colosseum, with access to the Arena floor and the first two tiers. Explore in a group of 25 or fewer, with audio headsets available for clear commentary. See the amphitheater in a rare, tranquil setting.
• Why choose this: Enjoy an exclusive after-hours Colosseum visit, away from daytime crowds, and stand on the Arena stage as the sun sets.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Colosseum

• English-speaking guide

• Access to the Colosseum Arena

• Headsets

Exclusions

• Entry to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes (experience involves considerable walking)

What’s not allowed

• Large backpacks or luggage (no storage available)

Accessibility

• Not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers

Additional information

• Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings; bring a valid photo ID
• Airport-style security screening required; expect queues
• Runs rain or shine, some areas may close in heavy rain for safety
• This is the last entry of the day: includes 1 hr inside the Colosseum + an external walking tour of the Roman & Imperial Forum