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Exclusive Colosseum ARENA and Ancient Rome with Archaeologist

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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Visit the Colosseum including arena floor and the Roman Forum with a local expert guide. Explore the most famous ruins of Ancient Rome: the Arch of Costantine, the Senate House, the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Tryumphal Arches, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Basilicas, the Golden Mile, the Temples of Saturn and Concord and of course the interior of the Colosseum.

The tour takes 3 hours. You will not waste time in visiting the undergrounds and the 3rd tier of the Colosseum, but instead you will explore other areas of the Amphitheatre and the Roman Forum.

This is a tour you must take on your visit to Rome!

It will be fun, informative & unforgettable!

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at € 24 per person)
  • Local taxes
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Piazza del Colosseo
23, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Colosseum

Take a 3 hour guided tour of the Colosseum and visit the glorious remains of Ancient Rome, birthplace of modern civilization and capital of the Roman Empire. You will go inside the Colosseum and see the arena, seating levels and other amazing places and remains that make this building the most famous monument in the world! You will learn about the spectators past-times, the gladiators combats, the spectacles management and other great facts and curiosities. Kids would love it too!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Listen to the astonishing accounts of fearless leaders, epic heroines, and infamous tyrants while walking through their palaces and gardens!Get rid of maps, audioguides and every other annoying tool and follow our top-rated guide on this memorable tour of Ancient Rome. We will visit all the major historic sites without standing in the entrance lines and without rushing!.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

The tour also includes a detailed visit of the Roman Forum. It was the main square, the main assembly location for the Roman population. Here will will see the Senate House, the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Tryumphal Arches, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Basilicas, the Golden Mile, the Temples of Saturn and Concord and other famous religious and political buildings.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note: if you arrive late you might loose the entrance
  • 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.
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Colosseum ARENA and Ancient Rome with Archaeologist?

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. 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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Activity code: C-101939P11

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Colosseum ARENA and Ancient Rome with Archaeologist?
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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at € 24 per person).
  • Local taxes.
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Colosseum Arena Floor.
  • Professional art historian guide.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Gratuities.
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 Exclusive Colosseum ARENA and Ancient Rome with Archaeologist is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Exclusive Colosseum ARENA and Ancient Rome with Archaeologist will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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)
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at € 24 per person)
  • Local taxes
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Colosseum Arena Floor
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Local guide
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note: if you arrive late you might loose the entrance
  • 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.
  • 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.

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