A guided evening walk past the Forum and into the Colosseum as the light fades, with an arena-floor option.
- Free cancellationFree cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time
- DurationAbout 2 to 2.5 hours
- LanguagesEnglish
Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour costs €59 per person and covers the Colosseum after dark, opening with a walk past the Roman Forum along Via dei Fori Imperiali before a reserved-entrance visit inside the Colosseum with an English-speaking guide. A standard €18 entry ticket is bundled in, or a €24 ticket with arena floor access if you upgrade at checkout, and you can choose a group size of 10, 15 or 25 people. It's this site's only evening-framed product, distinct from the daytime guided and underground tours.
Book Colosseum TicketsKey facts
night- Duration
- About 2 to 2.5 hours
- Meeting point
- Guided walk starting near the Roman Forum, along Via dei Fori Imperiali, ending at the Colosseum
- Price
- €59 per person
- Entry ticket included
- Yes
- Languages
- English
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time
Included
- ✓ Reserved entrance to the Colosseum
- ✓ Standard Colosseum entry ticket (€18)
- ✓ Colosseum entry ticket with arena access, if the option is selected (€24)
- ✓ Choice of group size: 10, 15 or 25 participants
- ✓ Dedicated audio headsets
- ✓ Expert English-speaking tour guide
Not included
- ✗ Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✗ Gratuities (welcomed and appreciated)
Meeting point
Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome
Nearest transit: Metro Line B to Colosseo
What the evening format adds
The tour opens with a walk past the Roman Forum's exterior along Via dei Fori Imperiali as the guide covers its temples, arches and the Vestal Virgins, before reaching the Colosseum for a guided visit inside as daylight fades — a genuinely different atmosphere from a midday visit, with smaller crowds and evening light on the stonework.
Standard entry or the arena upgrade
The base €59 price bundles the €18 standard Colosseum ticket; upgrading to the €24 ticket with arena floor access at checkout adds that area to the evening visit. Either way, the Roman Forum here is seen from outside on the walk in, not entered.
Group size and what's provided
You choose a group size of 10, 15 or 25 participants at booking, and everyone gets a dedicated audio headset so the guide is easy to hear over evening crowds and traffic noise nearby.
Who this suits
Book this for a different-feeling visit later in the day, especially if your schedule has a free evening rather than a free morning or afternoon. For an underground and arena floor experience with more depth, the Underground and Arena Floor Guided Tour is the fuller option, in daytime.
| Ticket | Price | Areas | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| This tour (partner) | €59 | Colosseum (+ optional arena) | Evening |
| Official Standard | €18 | Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Hill | Daytime, standard hours |
Who should not book this
- Visitors who want to actually enter the Roman Forum, not just view it from outside
- Anyone who specifically wants the underground/hypogeum
Check prices & dates
Book your tickets in advance: popular time slots sell out.
How to book
Choose a date, your preferred group size, and the arena option if you want it. Meet your guide for the walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I enter the Roman Forum on this tour?
No — the tour walks past the Forum's exterior along Via dei Fori Imperiali on the way to the Colosseum; it doesn't include entry to the Forum itself.
Can I choose my group size?
Yes — the listing offers a choice of 10, 15 or 25 participants at booking.
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