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Rome: Colosseum Arena, Palatine & Forum - Gladiator's Stage Tour

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enter the Colosseum through the restricted entrance of the Arena Floor. During our 2/5-hour tour, your guide will walk you through the Colosseum, while explaining the true brilliance behind its engineering. Your tour will then lead you on a journey through the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum where you will be able to admire the incredible ruins, and enjoy panoramic views of the Colosseum.

Learn the history behind Rome's magnificent amphitheater and all that surrounds it. The iconic structure was built as a gift to the Roman citizens, to stage various forms of entertainment and to showcase Roman engineering techniques to the rest of the world. The Colosseum featured over 80 entrances and could accommodate around 50,000 spectators. When the Colosseum was in active use, festivals as well as games could last up to 100 days.

Please note: Guests under 18, may be required to show ID upon entering the sites. Guests without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.

What's Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Exclusive Access to the Gladiators' Arena Floor
  • Food & Drinks
  • Pick up/Drop off service
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via della Polveriera
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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

End point

Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

What To Expect

Colosseum

Visiting Romes more iconic monument, the Colosseum, and be taken back in time as you enter through the Gladiators gate. Discover lead by our official professional guides unimmaginable and astonishing stories of gladiators fights, battleship and much more ... This tour provides you with the opportunity to explore the archaeological area in a relaxed and enjoyable manner!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

Admire the heart of the Ancient Rome! The Forum was indeed one of the most important place in the ancient world, since it was here where public and social life were lived. Conceived originally for commericial purpose, over the centuries the Forum turned into a real warzone for the politcal power, marked by intense battles fought by artworks and public buildings, as usual during the Republican Age. This and much more to discover and learn about during a pleasant but informative walking with our guides.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Discover the origins of Rome visiting the ancient ruins of the Palatine Hill a stronghold of the imperial age and, according to the legend, also the theatre where the events which brought to the foundation of Rome took place.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • It is forbidden to bring inside the Colosseum: glass, sharp objects, alcohol, spray
  • Customers need to show up at our office in via della Polveriera 8 in order to join this tour
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person).Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).Exclusive Access to the Gladiators' Arena Floor.Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Archaeological Area.Audio Equipment to hear the guide clearly. The following is NOT included: Food & Drinks.Pick up/Drop off service.Gratuities. 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.

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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 840 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Exclusive Access to the Gladiators' Arena Floor
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Archaeological Area
  • Audio Equipment to hear the guide clearly
  • Food & Drinks
  • Pick up/Drop off service
  • Gratuities

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Please note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • It is forbidden to bring inside the Colosseum: glass, sharp objects, alcohol, spray
  • Customers need to show up at our office in via della Polveriera 8 in order to join this tour
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours and a half
  • Upon choosing our guided tour, you acknowledge and accept that the admission fee to the archaeological sites of the arena is 22 euros for adults, accompanied by a 2 EUR booking fee, and free admission ticket for children under 18. The remaining amount is voluntary and includes services provided by skilled licensed guides, headsets, booking fees, and other tour amenities. Our goal is to provide transparency and ensure your understanding of the cost breakdown, allowing you to fully recognize the value of our guided experience.
  • The order of the tour is subject to internal arrangements at the Colosseum, we highly suggest you to contact us for any question.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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.

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