• Piazza del Colosseo - Meet the archaeologist guide outside the Colosseum for a brief introduction to the area. Enter through a special backdoor and gain exclusive access directly into the Gladiators’ Arena. Avoid long ticket lines with this tour, which includes Colosseum admission.
• Colosseum - Once inside, step onto the Arena floor through the infamous “Porta Libitinaria.” Experience the life of a Gladiator and travel back to the Roman Empire era with a professional archaeologist.

Admire this incredible feat of ancient engineering and learn about the innovative techniques used in its construction. Discover the political and social motivations behind its creation and hear about the brutal games that occurred within its walls.

After the official tour concludes, use your tickets to explore the archaeological area of the Roman Forums and Palatine Hill independently or with a guided tour (select your preference during booking).

• Roman Forum - OPTIONALLY, join the guide for a 1-hour tour of the Roman Forums and Palatine Hill. Select this option during booking.

Immerse yourself in the ruins of ancient temples and walk the paths once trodden by Emperors and Senators. Learn how this magnificent area became the heart of Ancient Rome.

Hear stories of the Vestal Virgins, see their gardens, and visit the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia, the penal system of Ancient Rome, and its impact on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux, the Arch of Titus, and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem. Discover the Senate House, where senators decided the fate of the Roman Republic, culminating in the assassination and cremation of Julius Caesar.

• Palatine Hill - Walk the paths of Roman Emperors on the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the city’s foundation: the Palatine Hill. Discover how it became one of the most exclusive areas of Ancient Rome and enjoy stunning views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a panoramic view of what is considered the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus.

• Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
• Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
• Admission to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
• Live professional archeologist guide
• Sterilized headsets to hear clearly your guide
• One mask per person if required
• Use of sanitizing gel during the tour
• Full on-site assistance
• All Fees and Taxes

• No guide for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Would you rather be a spectator or a gladiator? Get guaranteed entry to the Colosseum.

Save time waiting in lines with this tour that includes admission into the world’s most visited monument with an archeologist. Journey back in time and explore its history and architecture with a small group of a maximum of 25 participants. Immerse yourself into an ancient world of bloody games, Gladiator fights, and demonstration of power.

You have the choice to enter the Archeological Park of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on your own or (optionally) with a guide.

• Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the starting time
• 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.
• Pets are not permitted
• Travellers younger than 18 years old must present a valid document or proof of ID
• You will need to pass through strict and mandatory security checks to enter the Colosseum
• Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside, neither are glass/metal bottles or sprays (e.g. perfumes etc.)
• Drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden at the monuments
• 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.

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.