Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Meet your guide and small group at a central meeting point for your chosen tour time. Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, ensuring a smooth experience with your pre-purchased ticket.
Explore the partial reconstruction of the arena floor, gazing up at the tiered ruins above. Listen to your guide's commentary on how the arena was used and imagine the screaming of more than 50,000 citizens from above.
Proceed to the second level to get a view from the crowd's perspective while your guide fills you in on more history and culture. This tour allows you to see the Colosseum from its upper tiers to its storied depths.
Continue your adventure with a captivating visit to the Roman Forum, where dramatic events unfolded that shaped the course of history and conclude at the top of the Palatine Hill for an exceptional bird’s-eye perspective over the Forum and Circus Maximus.
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Colosseum Entry ticket with Arena (€24)
Audio headsets so you can always hear your guide
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Small Group Tour limited to 15 visitors (If Option Selected)
Special Access to the Colosseum Arena Floor
Semi-private Tour limited to 10 visitors (If Option Selected)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Reserved Entrance for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
English speaking Expert Guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Food/Beverage
Departure Point
L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Meet your guide at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, on the little square above the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Your guide coordinator will be waiting here wearing a blue City Wonders polo shirt or jacket for easy recognition.
Return Details
Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Conclusion Point: Palatine Hill
Colosseum, Rome, Italy Step into the glory of Ancient Rome, walking where gladiators once battled. Experience the Colosseum's grandeur with a local expert, exploring exclusive areas like the arena floor and Emperor's Box. Hear echoes of the past as you marvel at the amphitheater's engineering marvels. Ascend to the second level, imagining the crowds and the fate of gladiators. Discover the history and drama beyond Hollywood's tales in this immersive tour. 90 minutes
Roman Forum, Rome, Italy After the tour in the Colosseum, your guide will lead you to the Roman Forum at no additional cost. This iconic site served as the heart of Ancient Roman society, and a visit to its ruins will offer you a captivating insight into the pivotal events that unfolded there. 30 minutes
Palatine Hill, Rome, Italy Take a short, uphill walk to Palatine Hill for an exceptional bird’s-eye perspective over the Forum and Circus Maximus. This historic hill was the very spot chosen by Romulus for the founding of Rome in 753 BC, a decision that ended tragically for his brother Remus. Here, surrounded by layers of history, you'll delight in a captivating panorama, offering spectacular views. 30 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours
Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum.
Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Colosseum, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.
May experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
IF PRIVATE TOUR IS SELECTED: Please be aware that the price for both adults and children is the same. Children can be booked at the adult rate.
brocktongirl
13 Jul 2023
Citywonder's tours are very professional ...the tour guides are very informative...
they are prompt with easy meeting places
Megan_B
13 Jul 2023
What an incredible experience! Our guide Patrick was fabulous, passionate and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend
Grazie Mille!
Juliann_S
30 Jun 2023
Barbara was knowledgeable, well spoken(easy to understand) and helpful. Even though it was my third time going to.the Colosseum and Palestine Hill, I learned many new historical facts.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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