Join an evening guided tour of the Colosseum and nearby archaeological sites, when cooler temperatures and fewer crowds create a more atmospheric setting for discovering Ancient Rome.

Your experience begins at Trajan’s Column before continuing along Via dei Fori Imperiali, a historic avenue offering wide views over the Roman Forum, once the political and commercial centre of the Roman Empire. As you walk, your English-speaking guide will share stories about Roman politics, religion, and daily life while pointing out temples, arches, and monuments that shaped the ancient city.

You’ll then reach the Colosseum and enter the famous amphitheatre during the quieter evening hours. Inside, your guide will explain how the monument was built, how it evolved over time, and the spectacles that once entertained thousands of spectators.

When booking, you can choose between Regular access to the Colosseum, available as a semi-private experience, or Arena Floor access, which allows you to step onto the reconstructed arena level where gladiators once fought.

Why you’ll love this…

Explore the Colosseum in the evening, when crowds are smaller and the atmosphere is more dramatic
Enjoy panoramic views over the Roman Forum while walking along Via dei Fori Imperiali
Learn about Ancient Rome, gladiators, and emperors with an expert English speaking guide

Important to know

Not allowed:

Children under 6 years old due to venue security reasons
Large purses, bags, or backpacks

Know in advance:

This tour does not included the acces to the Underground level
At checkout you will be asked to share the full name of each passenger in your party, please note that this name cannot be changed after booking and must match the name on the valid ID you must present at the entrance
Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security: as a result, visitors may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside; to avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, please avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour (the Colosseum does not have any cloakroom facilities in which to store such items)
Due to Colosseum security regulations, a passport or valid ID document is mandatory to join this tour; passengers who fail to provide a valid proof of identity will be denied entry
On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures; when this occurs, customers will be offered an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour
This tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended
This experience operates with standard groups of up to 25 guests

Remember to bring:

Your valid ID or passport
This tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 96 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Access to the Colosseum
Spectacular view of the Roman Forum
Standard Colosseum Entry ticket (€18)

What’s not included

Gratuities

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

VFWM+7G9 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet on the platform directly in front of Trajan's Column located on Via dei Fori Imperiali next to Piazza Venezia. When standing right in front and facing the Victor Emmanuel II Monument (a.k.a. the "Wedding Cake"), it's directly to the left across the street. Your tour coordinator will be waiting there wearing a City Wondersblue polo shirt (in summer) or a blue jacket (winter). Please be there 15 minutes before departure.