VIP Arena small group Colosseum tour with Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
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VIP Arena small group Colosseum tour with Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

4.8/5

Excellent
12 reviews
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£83.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Access the arena floor of the Colosseum where gladiators' fights took place
  • Enjoy free time to wander in the amphitheatre and take incredible photos
  • Find out more about the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill from your guide
What to expect

Want to step foot on the very ground where gladiators fought? Choose the Colosseum arena tour to add this extra, restricted area to your route. While most tours only explore the edges of the arena, this option allows you to enter and explore it, just like the warriors and beasts of Ancient Rome.

The Colosseum is one of Rome's most iconic sights, an imposing structure that transports you back to the power of the Roman Empire. Your professional guide will uncover the mysteries of the games held here and the fascinating stories of the gladiators who thrilled the crowds with their brutal combat. You'll enter the arena floor, the heart of the action, for about 45 minutes, before enjoying some free time to explore on your own.

After this break, the tour continues to Palatine Hill, one of the seven hills where Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC. Here you'll see ruins of several Roman palaces and enjoy panoramic views of the city and the archaeological area. The tour concludes at the Roman Forum, the centre of Ancient Rome's political, social, and economic life. You'll also have the option to continue exploring the Forum on your own.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Audio-guided tour
  • check Guided walking tour
Where

Arch of Constantine, Via di San Gregorio, Rome, Italy

Meeting point:
Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow 'Carpe Diem Tours' flag or sign at the Arch of Constantine. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • Scissors, pocket knives, aerosols and liquids, even if less than 100ml (except for water)

Know in advance:

  • Children (age 0-4) can join for free
  • This tour has a maximum 24 participants
  • Only small bags are allowed inside the Colosseum
  • The tour will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, based on the access time the local operator was able to purchase

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water and a jacket or umbrella if rain is forecasted
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Provider
Carpe Diem Rome
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8 /5

Based on 12 reviews from verified customers


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    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    28 January 2026

    We thought our tour was wonderful! Tour guide was very knowledgeable, and patient with our group. He provided some time to wonder, take pictures, and shopping time. Highly recommend

  • B

    Basje

    Verified booking

    4.6

    18 January 2026

    Travelled as a couple


    Geweldige gids die vertelde met veel humor en ze betrok een ieder bij het verhaal. Was erg leuk.

  • L

    Lsb

    Verified booking

    3.8

    9 April 2025

    Travelled with family


    We enjoyed the tour overall, safe, happy and good experience. The guide Daniel was clearly knowledgeable and passionate in his field. Definitely worth the skip the queues and someone being able to guide you round in a quick and safe feeling manner.

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    Helen

    Verified booking

    5

    23 January 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Fe was my tour guide and she was amazing. She was knowledgeable, kept a good pace and so enthusiastic. She made the Coliseum come to life.

  • T

    TUI Musement Traveler

    Verified booking

    5

    6 December 2025

    Maria our guide made the tour really interesting and myself , my wife and my daughter found the whole experience very informative and thoroughly enjoyable. Would highly recommend

  • R

    Ross Lording

    Verified booking

    5

    1 November 2024

    Travelled as a couple


    Love every minute of it

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