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Privileged Entrance Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Access the first and second tiers using timed entry tickets alongside an expert guide
from$45.63
What's included
Imagine the ruthless audience’s roar
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry tickets to the Colosseum
Guided tour of the Colosseum 1st and 2nd tiers
Guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Guide tips
Itinerary
Your tour begins at the Colosseum
Your tour begins in the shadow of the world's most famous amphitheater. Meet your guide and group for an introduction to Rome’s ruthless entertainment history. Then feel the anticipation build as you prepare to bypass the massive crowds and step back 2,000 years.
Enter the Colosseum with pre-reserved tickets
Follow your guide to a dedicated entrance reserved for tour groups. With your timed entry tickets already arranged, there’s no need to worry about logistics. Just pass through a quick security check and head inside.
Explore the 1st and 2nd tiers of the Colosseum
Walk through the Colosseum’s first and second levels with your guide, pausing to look down into the underground chambers below. As you take in the sweeping views, your guide brings the arena to life with stories of roaring crowds, gladiator battles, and the spectacle of ancient Rome’s most dramatic events.
Explore the Palatine Hill
Then, exit the Colosseum to climb the legendary Palatine hill where Romulus allegedly founded the city in 753 B.C. Navigate the ruins of massive imperial palaces with your guide, and discover where the Roman elite lived in excess, enjoying sweeping views over the city that ruled the Mediterranean.
Walk the ancient Roman Forum
Follow your guide to the Roman Forum to experience the center of ancient Roman political life, where senators traded both laws and scandalous gossip. Walk the Via Sacra, the main road, to stand where Julius Caesar’s dramatic funeral changed history. Then visit the Temple of the Vestal Virgins, to hear the secrets of the women who guarded Rome’s most sacred flame.
Your tour finishes in the Roman Forum
Your tour concludes in the heart of the ancient city center among monumental temples and arches. Say goodbye to your guide, with memories to last a lifetime, having just experienced one of the seven wonders of the world.
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Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dress Code: Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended, as you’ll be walking on uneven terrain.
Accessibility: Due to uneven terrain and historic surfaces, this tour isn’t suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. A soft baby carrier is recommended. For guests with mobility concerns we recommend to consider joining our Private Colosseum Tour.
ID Requirement: A valid government-issued ID is required to enter the Colosseum. The name on your ticket must match your ID or entry may be denied.
Tour Changes: Depending on the assigned entry time for the Colosseum, your tour might enter the Roman Forum first and end in the Colosseum. It is also possible this tour might run in reverse. Either way, you’ll enjoy the full experience with your guide.
Children: All visitors, regardless of age, need a ticket for the Colosseum. Each child’s ticket must match their government-issued ID. Passports are recommended.
Disability certification: Visitors with valid disability certification are eligible for a reduced €2 entry ticket to the Colosseum, which also applies to one companion. Contact us after booking to arrange this. This applies to the ticket cost only, not the tour price.
Bag Policy: For quicker entry, please leave large backpacks and wheeled bags at your accommodation as they aren’t permitted inside the Colosseum. All bags will be screened at security.
Lines: This tour includes group access to the Colosseum, allowing you to skip the main lines for individual visitors. You’ll still pass through a security check before entering, which may involve a short wait.
Check-in: Please arrive 15 minutes early so your group can enter right on time and make the most of your visit.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry Colosseum entry tickets
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entry tickets
Guided tour of the Colosseum 1st & 2nd tier, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable sneakers
Sunscreen (during the hot summer months)
Water bottle (during the hot summer months)
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Reviewers frequently praise the guides for their extensive knowledge, engaging storytelling, and ability to make the history of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill come alive. Many also note the guides' attentiveness to group needs, including managing crowds, pacing, and providing shade during hot weather, which enhances the overall experience despite the busy and sometimes crowded sites.
Audrey G.
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November 05, 2026
Excellent tour by Bogdon. We learned a lot. Bogdon was very knowledgeable in all the history of the area and communicated it in an entertaining style that kept us highly engaged.
Mark C.
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November 05, 2026
Maria C.
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November 05, 2026
Interesting tour had fun with the tour guide Greetings from Greece
Deirdre S.
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November 05, 2026
Our tour guide Fabrizio was excellent! He was fully engaged, witty and kept us moving. Great stories. Wish I could always have him!
Rosy was wonderful!
Corinna M.
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November 05, 2026
Rosy knows her stuff and she delivers her knowledge interestingly with a little humor. She even has pictures she put together herself to enhance the learning. You can tell she loves her work and the place. Highly recommend.
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Wilda B.
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November 04, 2026
Loved the tour. Tour Guide was outstanding. She was passionate, and interesting. The sites were remarkable.
Bruce
Bruce B.
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November 04, 2026
Was wonderful guide was very informative. Definitely rates a 5
Adam C.
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November 03, 2026
Very knowledgeable guide
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Mark A.
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November 03, 2026
Excellent tour Beatrice was excellent tour guide
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Bushra H.
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November 03, 2026
Our guided tour was a great experience. The entry to Colosseum was a breeze. Our guide Inga made it all come live with her interesting story telling and knowledgeable commentary. The pace of the tour was good, well timed and all of us felt included. All in all, a great experience to have in Rome. Not to mention her suggestions on food spots n bars.
Ricardo S.
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November 03, 2026
Tour guide was excelent. Patient wirh the crouds and very informativé.
Justin
Justin R.
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November 03, 2026
The day was beautiful. Beatrice was a well informed guide. She was able to navigate the crowds and there was patience with those who were a little slower. Beatrice’s English was good and easily understood.
Great tour with Monika!
Aynsley B.
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November 03, 2026
Our family of four (2 teens) enjoyed the tour with Monika in English. She told some very interesting (and funny!) stories about all things Rome, the area, and the time in history. She managed the group of 20 very well and did a great job of connecting with each person. We highly recommend her for a tour!
Excellent
Jonathan L.
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November 02, 2026
This was our third Mytourguy tour in Rome and it was well worth the time and cost
Mr Amos
Martin A.
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November 01, 2026
My self and my wife had a 3 hour tour, we were very happy with the knowledge of our tour guard he was light hearted which made the tour fun. Would definitely recommend
Great tour
Caroline L.
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November 01, 2026
This tour was well worth the cost. Our tour guide Eddy was so knowledgeable and made it fun and interesting. A great way to see the sites
Jerry P.
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November 01, 2026
Raquel Z.
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October 31, 2026
Incredible tour and experience
Gary C.
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October 31, 2026
Serena did an incredible job and was full of history and facts!
Noah Y.
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October 31, 2026
Very informative and entertaining Our guide was wonderful and flamboyant
Jazman P.
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October 30, 2026
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Lauren F.
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October 30, 2026
Viviana was great and extremely funny and knowledgeable. It’s crazy busy and unfortunately there’s just no way to avoid that. Forum was awesome!
Adriana B.
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October 30, 2026
Excellent guide for an excellent location!
Michael B.
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October 29, 2026
Incredible! Our guide Eleanor told us to expect patience due to the lines and sarcasm... and we had plenty of both! She was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well. Her English was excellent. The guide and location made this one of the best tours of our trip to Rome.
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October 29, 2026
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