Colosseum with Gladiator Arena Floor, Forum & Palatine Hill Tour
Description
Take a trip back in time to ancient Rome on our small group tour of the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine hill, including an exclusive visit to the awe-inspiring amphitheatre’s arena floor. Strap on your sandals and follow in the footsteps of the gladiators as we relive the bloody spectacles that left ancient Roman audiences spellbound: in the company of an expert archaeologist you’ll learn all about the drama of the deadly ancient games, and have the chance to walk out onto the arena floor to see exactly what the gladiators saw almost 2,000 years ago. Our in-depth exploration of ancient Rome will continue in the fascinating Forum, the beating heart of the classical city. Conclude your tour in the evocative ruins of the nearby Palatine hill, where generations of Roman emperors lived in palaces of unimaginable luxury. Our Colosseum tour with arena floor access is the best way to experience ancient Rome - book your place today!
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Itinerary
Colosseum
Roman Forum
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Inside the Roman Forum
Inside the Roman Forum
It is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire." The site is now mainly a large open-air museum while the Palatine Museum houses many finds from the excavations here and from other ancient Italian sites.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- 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.
- Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- 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.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Reviews(162)
Outstanding tour guide! Knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate. Made the Colosseum and Forum come alive with fascinating history. Highly recommend!
Donatella was amazing. She knew so much about the Coliseum, the Forum & the Paletine Hill. This was a great tour and I’m glad she was the one who was our guide.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with Donatella. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. Her passion for history and wealth of knowledge truly make these ancient sites come to life, and we're delighted that she helped make your visit so memorable. Thank you for choosing to tour with us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Rome!
What a great tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny! 10/10 reccomend!
Donatella was fantastic! She was informative and considerate. It was intensely hot (95 F) and she consistently found little bits of shade and cool water stops for us to stay hydrated, all while sharing bits of knowledge and giving us context to imagine the splendor, architecture, and everyday life of Romans in centuries past. It seemed that every other tour group we passed was huge. Ours was just 6 people - truly semi private - which gave us freedom to ask lots of questions and take some great pictures. Donatella’s deep knowledge and obvious passion for Rome were apparent throughout. And it was a huge advantage for her to navigate our way through the insane crowds trying to get into the coliseum - we definitely made it through the lines and security much faster than people without tour guides! Thank you so much, Dona!
Our Private Colosseum and Palatine Hill Tour with Patricia was excellent! She is really passionate about Italian history and really took the time to thoroughly explain things while making sure we hit the highlights. She also added personal anecdotes which were great, took time to make sure our questions were answered and even gave us extra time! We highly recommend her!! Thanks again, Patricia!!!
Our tour was fantastic. We covered the entire complex for a very pleasurable and what felt like a quick 3 hrs. Our guide was extremely knowlegable as well as affable. We highly recommend this tour!!!! Anna, Jim & Family
We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience. It's always a great sign when three hours feels like it flies by! We're delighted that your guide's knowledge and friendly personality helped make the tour both enjoyable and engaging from start to finish. There's so much to see and discover, and we're glad you were able to explore the entire complex while having a comfortable and memorable experience together as a family. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to tour with us. We hope to welcome you all back for another adventure the next time you're in Rome!
Really fabulous tour! Guide was very knowledgeable and was easy to understand. It was hot the day we went but our guide was able to find a shady spot for almost every stop.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a fabulous tour and enjoyed your time with us. A knowledgeable guide can make all the difference, and we're delighted that your guide was able to share the history and stories in a way that was both engaging and easy to follow. We're especially glad that, despite the heat, your guide was thoughtful about finding shady spots along the way. Those little details can make a big difference in staying comfortable and enjoying the experience to the fullest. Thank you for choosing to tour with us. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in the future!
Such a fantastic private tour through the Colosseum! Eugenia brought the history alive. Her knowledge and examples of what the buildings of the Forum looked like were great! Thank you for a great tour Eugenia! We have used Through Eternity for all our tours this week! They have been excellent all the way!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience exploring the Colosseum and Roman Forum with Eugenia. She has a real talent for bringing ancient Rome to life, and we're delighted that her knowledge, storytelling, and reconstructions of what the Forum once looked like helped make the experience even more memorable. It means a great deal to us that you chose Through Eternity for all of your tours during your stay and that each one met your expectations. There is no greater compliment than knowing our guests trust us to be part of their journey and leave with lasting memories. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Eugenia; she will be delighted to hear them. We hope to welcome you back to Rome for more unforgettable experiences in the future! Warm wishes and safe travels.
Excellent tour. This was just the right length. Our guide, Inga, was excellent. She tailored her talk to our interests and was very considerate about talking in the shade when possible, as it was very hot. Inga was very knowledgeable and perfectly balanced stories with historical information and facts. She was able to find just the right spots for us to view, even in heavy crowds. I love the small groups.
We truly appreciate your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Inga made your Colosseum tour enjoyable and tailored it to your interests, all while keeping you comfortable in the heat.
Eugenia was an excellent guide. Her knowledge is incredible and she shares her knowledge in a story like way. The tour inspired me to buy a book on Roman history in the gift shop.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Eugenia's storytelling made your experience memorable and inspired you to dive deeper into Roman history.
