Expert Guided Tour of Colosseum Arena OR Underground, and Forum

Uncover hidden areas of the Colosseum with an expert guide. Skip the line and explore the exclusive Arena floor and Underground section. Journey through time at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Small group tours available.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 7 days learn more
Highlights
  • Colosseum - Explore the world’s most visited monument in the most complete way. Visit areas of the Colosseum not accessible by regular-ticket holders, either step on the Gladiators’ Arena floor or descend into the exclusive Underground section (depending on the option selected). Walk the steps of the Gladiators and find yourself in the stage of the most famous games in Ancient Rome. Learn about the innovative building techniques used by the ancient Roman engineers. Travel back in time as you immerse yourself into the history of Ancient Rome and find out about the social and political function of this mighty amphitheater. Complete your Colosseum experience by going further up to the 1st tier from where you’ll be amazed by the spectacular view over the Arena, the Arch of Constantine, and the Temple of Venus. - Colosseum - After the first part of your tour, enjoy a short break to further explore the Colosseum on your own, then head together towards the archeological area of the Roman Forums and Palatine Hill for another 1-hour guided tour. - Arch of Constantine - Start the second part of your tour by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the ruins of the Roman Forum. - Roman Forum - Here, you will immerse yourself in the ruins of ancient temples and will walk the paths of Emperors and Senators. Learn how this beautiful area became the beating heart of Ancient Rome. Hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem. Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar. - Palatine Hill - Walk the paths of the Roman Emperors while visiting the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the foundation of the city: the Palatine Hill. Learn how it later became one of the most exclusive areas of Ancient Rome and enjoy breathtaking views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum. From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a bird’s eye view over what is considered to have been the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus.
What's Included
  • Live expert guide
  • Sterilized earphones to hear clearly your guide
  • Guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Dedicated entrance tickets and reservation fees
  • Full on-site assistance
  • Access to EITHER the Underground section OR the Arena floor /depends on option chosen during booking
What's Not Included
  • The higher levels are momentarily closed. This tour includes access up to the 2nd tier
  • Please note: The “Arena” options of this tour do not include access to the Underground section
Additional Information

Explore the world’s most visited monument in the most comfortable and complete way. Visit areas of the Colosseum not accessible by regular-ticket holders. Step on the exclusive Arena floor OR descend into the Underground section (depending on the option you select during booking). Walk the steps of the Gladiators and find yourself in the backstage of the most famous games in Ancient Rome.

Then, take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and marvel at the beauty of ancient temples and ruins. Options available for small-group and private guided tours.

  • Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the tour starts in order to complete the signup. We might not be able to accommodate, refund or reschedule late arrivals
  • 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.
  • Please note that the tickets for this tour are nominative. We will register on them the names you have provided during checkout. Please make sure to provide the names of the people attending the tour as they appear on their passport.
  • You will pass through strict security checks both at the Colosseum and at the Roman Forum entrance. Please be aware that security check lines are not skippable
  • Flying drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden. Neither trolleys and big backpacks nor animals are allowed into the Colosseum. Glass/metal containers and sprays of any kind are also not allowed
  • The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary; either the Colosseum or Forum and Palatine Hill will come first
  • The Belvedere is momentarily not part of this tour due to COVID-19 restrictions
  • A moderate amount of walking and steps are involved; wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Please note that the group will leave the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time in order to pass the security check
  • This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • 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.
Location
Piazza del Colosseo, 21
Piazza del Colosseo
Meet us outside the ground floor exit of the metro (subway) station "Colosseo" by the green kiosk. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please arrive 30 minutes before the starting time. Note that there is also an upper floor exit of the metro station; please meet us downstairs.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Kate_w
Jul 13, 2024
Great tour but nearly missed the start due to difficulties finding the meeting location - The tour was excellent, the guide was very knowledgeable and encouraged questions. The instructions to the meeting point could be improved. It was very difficult to locate from the instructions provided on the website and other members on the tour also had the same experience. Would recommend simple additions such as located to the left hand side of the Metro station. Tour leader has a yellow sign ……
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Elizabeth_h
Jul 12, 2024
Incredible art history expertise! - Thanks to Sara for her expert art history knowledge at the Colosseum and Forum! It brought the ruins to life as she spotted a lot of features I couldn't see for myself.
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Jaymie_a
Jul 12, 2024
Walk back in time - Our guide was fantastic, personable, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our time. Thank you Gabriele!!
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Cynthia_p
Jul 12, 2024
Incredible tour - Learning about the history. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept things interesting. She also tried her best to keep us in the shade on a very hot day. I learned a great deal of facts and the guide was happy to answer questions.
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Bianca_p
Jul 12, 2024
Amazing tour & guide - Our tour guide, Gabe, MADE this experience for us! He was very knowledgeable and friendly, capturing our interest and keeping in good spirits- even on a 100*F day! Very fun, would absolutely recommend.
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Rosio_l
Jul 12, 2024
Archeologists tour… - Our guide was Laura, she was so knowledgeable with an archeology degree. We were able to skip the line and enter the arena of the colosseum. Our group was small. It was a super hot day but she made it comfortable by taking us to shady spots. We had a 5 yr old with us, she even tried to accommodate with her.
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Teresa_f
Jul 11, 2024
Cool tour - Fun to be in the arena. Knowledgeable guide with lots of local knowledge and historical details. The place is a zoo so a guide is helpful.
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James_l
Jul 11, 2024
Colosseum tour - Well worth the money. Our guild knew everything about the Colosseum and kept us entertained through the three hour tour. I would highly recommend this. The tickets come with Skip the line which is well worth it.
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Deva_d
Jul 11, 2024
Impressive - Nicoletta was a really great guide with a lot of patience. She gave us a great tour of the colosseum, the arena, and the forum. She had time for questions and also paced the tour really well. The area is crowded and it was hot and our guide navigated it so well.
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Markerita_p
Jul 12, 2024
Terrible - Cancelled on us on the day and tried to rebook 1.5hours earlier due to “ticketing issues”. I recommend avoiding this company and booking elsewhere
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