Colosseum and Roman Forum small-group tour with a local guide
Attractions & guided tours

Colosseum and Roman Forum small-group tour with a local guide

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 3893 reviews
from
£52.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore Rome’s top tourist attractions — the Colosseum & the Roman Forum — with a local guide
  • Admire the Roman Empire’s former glory at the Roman Forum
  • Enjoy an intimate experience with a small group of up to sixteen people
What to expect

They say "All roads lead to Rome" — and it certainly does seem like it, with how many visitors the city attracts each year. Much of Rome's tourism concentrates around the famed Colosseum and Roman Forum, two of the most popular tourist attractions in the world. During this comprehensive 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 guide who will highlight the most important facts and stories about the landmarks for you.

Step into the Roman Forum, the largest inner-city archaeological area in the world. From here, your tour will continue to a few other leading landmarks, like the Arch of Constantine and Palatine Hill.

Afterwards, you'll visit the Colosseum to explore a place from the distant past. Once inside, your guide will tell you about the amphitheatre's history, while adding additional dimensions to the stories told. 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. The guide, who is a professional archaeologist, enjoys bringing history to life in a fun and accessible way.

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What's included
  • check 3-hour small-group tour
  • check Friendly and local guide
  • check Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entrance
  • check Headset (for groups of more than 6 people)
Where

Piazza del Colosseo, 21, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet your guide between the green newspaper stand and the fountain, to the right side of the metro station B Colosseum exit, on Via dei Fori Imperial. Please show up at the meeting point at least 10-15 minutes before entrance time.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for wheelchairs

Know in advance:

  • When you choose the guided tour, please be aware that the admission fee for the Colosseum Archaeological Area is €18 for adults, while children under 18 years of age receive complimentary entry. The rest of the guided tour fee encompasses various services, including the expertise of a professional licensed and local guide, provision of radio guides (if necessary), customer support, reservation fees, and other related amenities
  • The venue requires to provide the name and surname of each visitor; this information is mandatory for booking and entry to 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
  • You will visit in a small group of up to 16 people. The small-group size gives you a personalized experience
  • 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
  • Reduced-price entries (Child 0-17) can only be purchased alongside a standard-price entry
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Provider
Musement S.p.A.
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

4.4/5

Based on 3893 reviews from verified customers

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Value for money

4.4/5

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  • Andreia & Richard

    From United Kingdom - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We had Eduardo (Eddy) and he was lovely and funny, witty and very experience Archeologist!! Me and my partner absolutely laughter alongside him and wh ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Fantastic tour! Our tour guide was brilliant and her knowledge was outstanding. We would recommend this tour.

  • Alexandra

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Knows how to engage the group. Very accommodating and knowledgeable. Interacts with the kids and overall very happy with our choice.

  • Mrs F

    From United Kingdom - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    The guide was knowledgeable but spoke so quietly and had no presentation skills at all that we couldn’t hear or understand her. She was clearly good ...

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