Rome Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum & Palatine Guided Tour

Duration1h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

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Overview

This exclusive Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill tour offers a unique experience into Ancient Rome!, With exclusive access to the arena floor, you’ll stand where gladiators once battled for glory and wild animals roared beneath the feet of roaring crowds.
Here's what makes this tour stand out:
✅Be captivated by an expert guide who brings Ancient Rome to life with thrilling tales of gladiators, emperors and the Colosseum’s hidden secrets.
✅ Enter Through the Libitinaria Gate directly in the Arena Floor once the gladiators’ exclusive entrance.
✅ Ascend to the legendary Palatine Hill, where Rome was born! Marvel at breathtaking views of the Forum & explore the ruins of Imperial palaces where emperors once lived in opulence.
✅Wander through the political & religious center along the "Via Sacra" inside the Roman Forum, here the fate of the empire was decided. Walk among temples, Basilicas & arches & discover the Temple of Julius Caesar.
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Options

Semi-Private English Tour

Up to 12: Choose this option to get a Semi-Private tour of the Colosseum with Arena, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in English

French Guided Tour

French Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in French
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Tickets with audioguide

Digital Audioguide App: Book this option to benefit from entry tickets and digital Audioguide App.

Included Attractions: Arena floor, 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum, Roman Forum an Palatine Hill

Spanish Guided Tour

Spanish Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Portuguese Guided Tour

Portuguese Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Portuguese
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

English Guided Tour

English Guided Tour: With this option, you will receive a guided tour of the Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in English
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Included attractions: Colosseum with the Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

What's included

Audio Equipment to Hear the Guide (only if the Guided Tour option selected)
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
Professional Guide (only if the Guided Tour option selected)

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

What to expect

Colosseum
1h · Admission ticket included

Tour of the Colosseum with Arena stage, where the gladiators used to fight. It was reconstructed and half of the monument was covered to display the underground. Also the first and second ring are included in the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1 (half way, close the entrance of the Roman Forum). You will see our staff in front of the Basilica wearing a uniform with the logos of the company Real Barcelona Tours.

End point

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Kindly ensure that THE FULL NAMES YOU SUBMIT MATCH EXACTLY with the names on each participant’s official ID or passport, including for children. The Colosseum strictly enforces this policy and will refuse entry for any discrepancies. Each guest must bring a valid ID. Please avoid using nicknames, shortened names, or incorrect/missing first or last names. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help with this.
For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
Please show up at least 15 minutes before to do the check in
Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
Late arrivals will not be refunded
In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
If you selected the audio guide option, please make sure to download it in advance using a Wi-Fi connection. It will work offline once downloaded. We do not provide headphones – bring your own that are compatible with your phone. Please note: the app may not function properly on older devices. If your ticket is booked after 4:00 PM, there might not be enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill – you can either start earlier or return the next day to visit the Forum.
By choosing the semi-private option, you’ll enjoy a small-group experience with up to 7 guests per guide. Occasionally, group sizes may vary slightly to keep families or friends together, or may be smaller depending on availability. This flexibility helps us ensure a smooth and enjoyable tour for everyone.
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.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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