Guided tour of Colosseum, Arena and Roman Forum

Discover the origin and soul of Rome with this essential, no-frills tour through its most iconic ancient landmarks, starting from the Roman Forum and ending inside the legendary Colosseum. Accompanied by a licensed art history guide, you'll gain insights into the glory and drama of ancient Rome. Begin your journey in the Roman Forum, once the political, religious, and commercial center of the Roman Empire. With your expert guide, explore the majestic ruins of temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches. Admire key monuments like the Arch of Titus, the Temple of Saturn, and the temples of Vespasian and Antoninus Pius. As you climb the Palatine Hill, you'll be treated to breathtaking views over the Forum and the Circus Maximus, while discovering stories of emperors, senators, and daily Roman life. After your Forum exploration, step inside the world’s most famous ancient arena—the Colosseum. Follow your guide through the entrances once used by gladiators and emperors. Learn about the architecture, the engineering marvels of the amphitheater, and the violent yet fascinating games that once thrilled the Roman crowds. Picture yourself as a spectator witnessing dramatic fights between gladiators, wild beasts, and condemned prisoners, and imagine the roar of the crowd with each thumb gesture determining life or death. Your guide will share thrilling tales and historical anecdotes that bring the Colosseum and the Forum to life, offering you a vivid and engaging experience of what it meant to live in Ancient Rome. Please note that the tour itinerary is subject to change based on the day's schedule—you may visit the Colosseum before the Roman Forum, or the other way around. BOOKING OPTIONS: A special semi-private afternoon departure is available, limited to a maximum of 8 guests. This exclusive option offers the same itinerary as our standard tour, but with a more intimate group experience. A Spanish-language option is available. This version follows the same route, but the Arena portion is visited independently.