Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Start: 2024-09-07T10:30:00
End: 2024-09-07T12:30:00
Location: Rome

Visitors with a guide under the Arch of Titus at the Roman Forum

Discover the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with an expert guide. Pick between an early morning slot or a small group tour.

Highlights

Discover the Eternal City on this immersive guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, led by a local expert.
Visit the world-famous Colosseum with an expert guide by your side and learn all about gladiator battles and performances for bygone emperors.
Want a more intimate setting? Wander through the ancient Roman alleys with your guide in a small group of 15.
Lose the crowd! Be amongst a handful of early birds and experience the Colosseum's true glory with a simple upgrade to an early morning guided tour.
Did you know? Romans carved graffiti into the walls of their city. Look out! These inscriptions offer glimpses into the lives of everyday Romans.

Inclusions

Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
English/Spanish/German/Italian/French-speaking guide
Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)
Access to Colosseum tier 1 & 2
Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Headsets

Exclusions

Access to the Colosseum underground & arena

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Jose

4/5

Sep, 2024

To know better. Regarding the guide, very good, but he did not stop at any time for the use of toilets. It doesn't seem right in a three hour trip, sun and necessity.

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Diego

5/5

Sep, 2024

A great tour. It was one of the best of our visit to Rome. Everything was very well explained. As with other tours, we were short of 3 hours.

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Chevalier

5/5

Sep, 2024

Great visit to the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. A must-do with a guide if you want to get the full experience. The guide gives a lot of information about the architecture and history. We really enjoyed it.

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Fernando

5/5

Sep, 2024

We had the guide Juan Miguel Ortiz and he was exceptional, you can see the extensive knowledge he has about the colosseum and the forum. He solved all our doubts with great detail, and made the tour super enjoyable. I highly recommend this guide. Thank you very much

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Facundo

5/5

Sep, 2024

Very nice experience. Tatiana has met our expectations, patiently explained all the Roman history to understand the origin of such an important archaeological discovery. Very recommendable and pleasant.

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Your experience

If you only have 3 hours to see the absolute best of Rome, look no further. This tour will help you maximize your time and experience the archaeological wonders of the city in the company of an expert local guide. Opt for a small group with a guide or lose the crowds with an early morning tour in a language of your choice!

The colossal Colosseum

Get there early and greet your tour guide at the designated meeting point before heading to the Colosseum. Here, you will make your way directly into the world’s largest amphitheater ever constructed, thanks to skip-the-line tickets. Learn all about the theater’s bloody past as your tour guide tells you stories about the infamous gladiator games. This grand outdoor amphitheater once served as the epicenter for entertainment, hosting various public spectacles and games.

Know the Romans better

Walk the ancient path that Romans once used every day as you venture into the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra. Neighboring the Colosseum, the Roman Forum provides an insight into life in Ancient Rome, unlike any other site in Rome. Visit the temple of Vesta, Antonino, and Faustina.

Finally, end your tour where the story of Rome began, the Palatine Hill. Once considered the most desirable neighborhood in Rome, today this extensive archaeological site welcomes tourists from all around the world.

Know before you go

What to bring

Have your ID ready for a seamless experience. Should you fail to do so, venue authorities may deny entry. In such instances reschedules or refunds cannot be offered.

What's not allowed

You cannot bring your luggage and large backpacks for this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, baby carriages, and people with mobility issues.

Additional information

Get there 15 minutes early to avoid cancellation due to delays.
As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is not possible to skip the lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
For maximum safety, all guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.
Just a heads-up: the Colosseum’s schedule can change during the day due to their ticketing policies. It’s a good idea to check for updates before your visit.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.