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Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour

51 Reviews 4.76 out of 5 stars Based on 51 reviews collected by Key West Private Charters and TripAdvisor |
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Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour Image 1
Inside the Colosseum
Our guide Paolo
The Roman Forum
First floor of the Colosseum
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Overview

Want to discover the wonders of Ancient Rome? This 3-hour small-group tour is the best way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with ease. With speedy access, a licensed expert guide, and an intimate group size, you’ll enjoy a deeper, more meaningful experience of the Ancient City at an unbeatable value.

Our adventure starts inside the Colosseum, where tales of gladiators, emperors, and architectural brilliance come to life as you take in the sweeping views from above the arena floor.

Next, we'll journey up to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and site of the city's grandest imperial palaces, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the bustling heart of Roman society.

Designed for comfort and insight, this well-paced tour gives you plenty of time to ask questions and absorb the fascinating stories behind each site. Space is limited, so don’t miss out! Book now and explore Ancient Rome at the best price.

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
  • Access to the Arena floor is not included unless specifically selected for an additional fee
  • Transportation, food, and drinks
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Via di San Gregorio
30, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

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Colosseum

Your expert guide will transport you back to the height of the Roman Empire when the Colosseum was constructed. During this time, Rome was ruled by emperors, the city was filled with riches from across the world, and the Colosseum served as a central venue for games and events featuring animals and people captured from Rome’s territories.Please note: the tour may start at the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on ticket availability.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Next, you’ll climb Palatine Hill, the legendary site where Rome was founded. The hill is an important archaeological site, with settlements from the Iron Age through the Imperial period. See landmarks such as the Hut of Romulus, Rome’s legendary founder, and the Imperial Palace, where emperors and their families lived and conducted political and administrative affairs.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

The final stop is the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome. This area was once a bustling center of markets, law courts, temples, and civic life. It was here that Julius Caesar was cremated, two emperors were killed in 69 AD, and Cicero delivered speeches that influenced Western culture for centuries.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Full names of all travelers must be provided at the time of booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry
  • The tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on ticket availability

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour?

A: 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. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour?
A:
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.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included).
  • Headsets provided for clear commentary, even in busy areas.
  • Guided tour with expert storytelling and insights from a licensed guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Access to the Arena floor is not included unless specifically selected for an additional fee.
  • Transportation, food, and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome: Colosseum, Arena Floor & Ancient City Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
  • Headsets provided for clear commentary, even in busy areas
  • Guided tour with expert storytelling and insights from a licensed guide
  • Access to the Arena floor is not included unless specifically selected for an additional fee
  • Transportation, food, and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Full names of all travelers must be provided at the time of booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry
  • The tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on ticket availability
  • Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of the month; tours on these days are offered at a discounted rate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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