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Viator · group up to 18 pax

Rome: Best of Colosseum and Roman Forum Small Group Guided Tour

4.7(30)Rome1 hour
VIATOR3.5(4)TRIPADVISOR4.8(26)

Description

Much of Rome’s tourism concentrates around the famed Colosseum and Roman Forum, two of the most popular tourist attractions. During this small-group tour, you’ll get the chance to see these wonders of ancient Rome in a unique, thorough, and convenient way with a local expert guide who will highlight important facts and stories for you. Step into the Colosseum to explore a place from the distant past. Once inside, your guide will tell you about the amphitheater's history. You’ll get to see evidence of Nero’s great fire, discover grisly details about the gladiators' games, and unveil the truth about the many myths surrounding the place. One of our guides, Valerie, is a professional archaeologist who enjoys bringing history to life in a fun and accessible way. Your tour will continue to outstanding sites like the Arch of Constantine and Palatine Hill. Afterward, you’ll visit the largest inner-city archaeological area in the world : the Roman Forum.

Tour Options

Tour in Italian
Tour in English

Itinerary

60 min

See the monuments and learn about the different parts of the Roman Forum...

10 min

Walk to the Palatine Hill, where emperors built their palaces and Romulus fought Remus...

Admission included110 min

Visit the Colosseum and learn all about its fascinating history...

Highlights

Tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
3-hour small-group tour
Includes Colosseum entrance ticket for adults (+18) valued at €18 per person, and reservation fee (valued at €2 per person). Children under 18 are free of charge.
Headset (for groups of more than 6 people)
Friendly and local guide

What's included

Included
Tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
3-hour small-group tour
Includes Colosseum entrance ticket for adults (+18) valued at €18 per person, and reservation fee (valued at €2 per person). Children under 18 are free of charge.
Headset (for groups of more than 6 people)
Friendly and local guide
Not included
Food and drinks

Traveller Ratings

4.7
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The venue requires us to provide the name and surname of each visitor; this information is mandatory for purchasing the admission and for entering the Colosseum and the Archaeological Area of the Roman Forum. If this requirement isn't met, it will not be possible to enter the venue
  • The name provided during booking is final and cannot be changed as per Colosseum rules. To enter, each participant must present an identity document matching the booking name
  • The provider is not responsible for any inconvenience caused by the closure of the Colosseum and Roman Forum because of strikes, union meetings or bad weather
  • We kindly ask you to review the Visitor Regulations on the official Colosseum website and ensure you accept and follow its guidelines

Reviews(30)

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462traceyd
June 19, 2026
Ilia was incredible!

Ilia was incredible!! We loved her. So informative and kept 3 children, as well as the adults fully amazed

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joeypT879WE
May 12, 2026
Nice piece of history

Beautiful tour with fine explanations from Andrada!

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500Michael500
May 12, 2026
Excellent a must do experience

What a great experience with Andrada who was passionate and very informative

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Coastal812904
May 2, 2026
Tour of the colosseum

Andrada our tour guide for the day was amazing. Her knowledge was immensely appreciated and delivered with a personal touch.

Operator response

Dear Guest, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Andrada made such a positive impression during your tour. Her deep knowledge, combined with a warm and personal approach, truly helps create memorable and meaningful experiences. Your appreciation is a wonderful recognition of her passion and dedication. Thank you again for sharing your feedback with us! Kind regards, Customer Service Team

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jech69
March 31, 2026
Amena, interesting and entertaining!

Excellent service and explanation!

Operator response

Estimado/a Cliente, ¡muchas gracias por su reseña! Nos alegra mucho saber que valoró el excelente servicio y las explicaciones ofrecidas durante la experiencia. Comentarios como el suyo son una gran motivación para todo nuestro equipo. Gracias de nuevo por compartir su opinión. Un cordial saludo, Customer Service Team

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stephenhN1450EH
March 26, 2026
Enhanced by our guide

The Roman Forum and Colosseum were so impressive. An experience enhanced by the knowledge and enthusiasm of our guild Andrada

Operator response

Dear Guest, thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear how impressed you were by the Roman Forum and the Colosseum. It’s wonderful to know that Andrada’s knowledge and enthusiasm truly enhanced your experience and helped bring the history of these incredible sites to life. Thank you again for sharing your experience with us! Kind regards, Customer Service Team

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rhyst463
February 20, 2026
A brilliant afternoon

A brilliant afternoon! So informative. Andrada super engaging and really knowledgeable. Thanks so much.

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a brilliant afternoon and that Andrada made the experience engaging, informative, and memorable with her deep knowledge. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back on another tour soon. Warm regards, Customer Service Team

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876jasmijns
September 26, 2025
Super fun

Super good! Very nice and funny guide is Andrada. The Coliseum was very impressive and beautiful to see this in person

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit to the Colosseum – it truly is a breathtaking place to experience in person. Andrada will be so happy to know you appreciated her friendly and funny guiding style. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to her. We hope to welcome you again soon on another tour! Best Regards, Customer Service Team

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imrank183
July 22, 2025

Fantastic experience! Our tour guide was very informative and went out of her way, to answer any questions we had! Would certainly recommend a small group tour!

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience and that your guide made the tour both informative and engaging. Small group tours really do offer a more personal and interactive way to explore, and we're glad it made a difference for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon! Best Regards, Customer Service Team

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jorden D
July 22, 2025
Colosseum & forum tour

Andrada has given us a tour of the Colosseum. Because of the other guests who were not there we actually got a private tour, this was fantastic, the guide told with a lot of passion about the colosseum and everything that had to do with it. It was a fantastic and educational experience!

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that your tour of the Colosseum with Andrada turned into a private experience and that it exceeded your expectations. Andrada’s passion and knowledge truly bring history to life, and we’re so glad you found the tour both fascinating and educational. We hope to welcome you again soon for more unforgettable moments! Kind Regards, Customer Service Team