(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Colosseum with Arena floor entrance, Forum and Palatine Hill tour

30 Reviews 4.40 out of 5 stars Based on 30 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy

Loading Options

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

If you have ever wondered what it must have felt like emerging into the Colosseum as a gladiator then this is the tour for you. Walk through their gate with a fast track entranceand look up into the stands as they would have done all those years ago. Learn about the fascinating history of the monument, the largest ancient amphitheatre in the world, and the many events staged there, from animal hunts to mock naval battles.
In the neighboring Forum you will find yourself surrounded by the remains of the ancient Roman heyday which your guide will explain and bring back to life. You will learn about the citizens, senators and slaves who lived over 2000 years ago and how they went about their daily lives. On the Palatine Hill you will get a glimpse into how the emperors lived thanks to their well-preserved palaces, the decoration of which is still visible today!

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Transportation
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
See 2 moreSee 2 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via delle Terme di Tito
00184 Roma RM, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Colosseum

Your Ancient Rome tour begins as you walk straight into the global icon of Rome. With special access to the arena floor, stride out through the gladiator’s gate and stand where the gladiators fought for their lives. Look down into the arena dungeons and gaze skyward to see the immense Colosseum all around you.
Read more

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

Continue on to the Roman Forum, the social, political, and religious hub of Ancient Rome. Feel transported back in time as you admire the towering ruins that have survived millennia, and listen as your guide enthralls you with stories of political treachery and drama. Discover the House of the Vestal Virgins and the Temple of Saturn, amongst many of the other impressive ruins.
Read more

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Complete your tour as you climb Palatine Hill. Believed to be the founding place for Rome as a city, the hill became the richest neighborhood of Ancient Rome. Admire the remains of the opulent villas, and look out from the hill for one of the best views of Rome. Reflect on the past and present of the Eternal City as your tour draws to a close.
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Show 1 more stop

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Aerosols, sharp objects and large backpacks will not be allowed
  • Kindly insert full name for all participants at you party. Please note that the names not included in the list will not gain access to the Colosseum. Please bring a valid identification card or passport.

Frequently Asked Questions

(5)

Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person).Live Guide.Headsets to hear guide clearly. The following is NOT included: Transportation.Hotel pick up & drop off. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-128932P6

Reviews

4.40
30 reviews

Average 4.40 out of 5 stars based on 30 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
20
4 stars
6
3 stars
2
2 stars
0
1 star
2

Loading Options

Similar Tours & Activities

4-Day Tour: Medieval Tuscany from Rome

4-Day Tour: Medieval Tuscany from Rome

New To The Site!
 4 days  Instant Confirmation
from
US$1,674.93

Heart of Rome City Tour with Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more

Heart of Rome City Tour with Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more

New To The Site!
 2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$29.08

Private Tour of Domus Tiberiana and Ancient Rome
Likely to Sell Out

Private Tour of Domus Tiberiana and Ancient Rome

1
 2 to 3 hours  Free Cancellation
from
US$381.92

Rome Underground and Appian Way - private tour

Rome Underground and Appian Way - private tour

New To The Site!
 3 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$494.34

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Pasta Class in Rome: Fettuccine Cooking Class near Piazza Navona
Likely to Sell Out

Pasta Class in Rome: Fettuccine Cooking Class near Piazza Navona

 2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$52.11

Early Entry Vatican Museums: The Best of the Sistine Chapel
Likely to Sell Out

Early Entry Vatican Museums: The Best of the Sistine Chapel

 3 to 4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$103.52

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access
Likely to Sell Out

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access

 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$56.99

Rome Food & Wine Tour in Prati

Rome Food & Wine Tour in Prati

 4 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
US$92.12

What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Live Guide
  • Headsets to hear guide clearly
  • Transportation
  • Hotel pick up & drop off

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • In the case of inclement weather (rain, snow, frost…), the arena floor may be closed off without notice. Entry through the gladiators’ gate will not be affected but access onto the arena floor will be prohibited.
  • 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 wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Aerosols, sharp objects and large backpacks will not be allowed
  • Kindly insert full name for all participants at you party. Please note that the names not included in the list will not gain access to the Colosseum. Please bring a valid identification card or passport.
  • Please note that your reservation is not refundable in case of modification or cancellation.
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Report Product Issue

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.