Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill is Rome's ancient cradle. Echoes of emperors' lives resonate in sprawling palatial ruins. Overlooking the Forum, this historic mound breathes stories of power and opulence.
- Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.
- Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.
- Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.
- Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.
- Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.
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- Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.
- Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.
- Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.
- Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.
- Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.
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Experience the Colosseum like never before as expert guides bring its legendary past to life—from gladiator battles to political drama and the iconic figures who shaped the Eternal City.
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Skip the 1-2 hours of standing in ticket lines and step right into the Colosseum at your chosen time slot.
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Feel like a Roman spectator as you wander through the amphitheater’s seating rows, then check out the museum packed with artifacts from its epic past.
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Time-travel through ancient Rome with a guided tour of the Roman Forum, where temples and markets once thrived, before heading up Palatine Hill for stunning city views.
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Want a more personal experience? Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.
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Experience the Colosseum like never before as expert guides bring its legendary past to life—from gladiator battles to political drama and the iconic figures who shaped the Eternal City.
-
Skip the 1-2 hours of standing in ticket lines and step right into the Colosseum at your chosen time slot.
-
Feel like a Roman spectator as you wander through the amphitheater’s seating rows, then check out the museum packed with artifacts from its epic past.
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Time-travel through ancient Rome with a guided tour of the Roman Forum, where temples and markets once thrived, before heading up Palatine Hill for stunning city views.
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Want a more personal experience? Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.
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Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.
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Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.
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Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.
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Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.
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Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
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Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.
-
Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.
-
Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.
-
Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.
-
Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
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Experience the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill's grandeur with timed entry, along with an optional Arena stage.
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Avoid the crowds and opt for a small group tour, offering a more personalized experience with fascinating details about Roman religion, governance, and architecture.
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Upgrade to Arena access and stand where the gladiators fought animals with their bare hands.
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Learn from your expert guide how Rome's ingenious sewer system transformed a swampy area into the vibrant commercial and political hub of the Roman Forum.
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Did you know that the Roman Forum once housed a sacred grove dedicated to Jupiter, a powerful god in Roman mythology? Visitors can still explore the ruins of this grove today.
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Experience the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill's grandeur with timed entry, along with an optional Arena stage.
-
Avoid the crowds and opt for a small group tour, offering a more personalized experience with fascinating details about Roman religion, governance, and architecture.
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Upgrade to Arena access and stand where the gladiators fought animals with their bare hands.
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Learn from your expert guide how Rome's ingenious sewer system transformed a swampy area into the vibrant commercial and political hub of the Roman Forum.
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Did you know that the Roman Forum once housed a sacred grove dedicated to Jupiter, a powerful god in Roman mythology? Visitors can still explore the ruins of this grove today.
- Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time lets you step straight into history without waiting in long lines.
- Explore the Colosseum’s seating rows, where Romans once gathered to watch epic battles, and visit the on-site museum on Level 2 to see fascinating artifacts from its past.
- Enjoy the flexibility to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill anytime within 24 hours, uncovering ruins of ancient temples, markets, and palaces at your own pace.
- Choose how you explore: listen to expert insights with an audio guide, watch a multimedia video for a glimpse into Ancient Rome, or follow an English guidebook to uncover hidden stories.
- Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.
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- Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time lets you step straight into history without waiting in long lines.
- Explore the Colosseum’s seating rows, where Romans once gathered to watch epic battles, and visit the on-site museum on Level 2 to see fascinating artifacts from its past.
- Enjoy the flexibility to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill anytime within 24 hours, uncovering ruins of ancient temples, markets, and palaces at your own pace.
- Choose how you explore: listen to expert insights with an audio guide, watch a multimedia video for a glimpse into Ancient Rome, or follow an English guidebook to uncover hidden stories.
- Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.
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- Stand where fighter of the Eternal City battled it out—step onto the Arena Floor with exclusive access and see the Colosseum from a gladiator's perspective.
- Enter through the Gladiator’s Gate, skipping the usual crowds for a grand, warrior-like entrance into the amphitheater.
- Explore level 1 seating and the Museum at level 2, uncovering the history of Rome’s greatest spectacle.
- Stroll through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, soaking in the ruins of ancient power at your own pace.
- Bring history to life with an offline audio guide, packed with stories and insights to deepen your experience.
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- Stand where fighter of the Eternal City battled it out—step onto the Arena Floor with exclusive access and see the Colosseum from a gladiator's perspective.
- Enter through the Gladiator’s Gate, skipping the usual crowds for a grand, warrior-like entrance into the amphitheater.
- Explore level 1 seating and the Museum at level 2, uncovering the history of Rome’s greatest spectacle.
- Stroll through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, soaking in the ruins of ancient power at your own pace.
- Bring history to life with an offline audio guide, packed with stories and insights to deepen your experience.
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See eight Roman landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, with a 1-day hop-on hop-off pass, buses every 20 minutes, and a multilingual guide.
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Make your second pick count with a Colosseum combo, including Palatine Hill and Forum access, plus a multilingual offline audio guide packed with history.
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With Pantheon as your third option, you can skip the lines to see its legendary dome, intricate marble, and timeless architecture from the days of Agrippa.
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For your fourth pick, dive into Castel Sant’Angelo, a towering 2nd-century fortress filled with history, art, and relics, with a multilingual audio guide.
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See eight Roman landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, with a 1-day hop-on hop-off pass, buses every 20 minutes, and a multilingual guide.
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Make your second pick count with a Colosseum combo, including Palatine Hill and Forum access, plus a multilingual offline audio guide packed with history.
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With Pantheon as your third option, you can skip the lines to see its legendary dome, intricate marble, and timeless architecture from the days of Agrippa.
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For your fourth pick, dive into Castel Sant’Angelo, a towering 2nd-century fortress filled with history, art, and relics, with a multilingual audio guide.
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Discover the Mamertine Prison, Rome’s oldest and most infamous prison, where tradition says Apostles Peter and Paul spent their final days.
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Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill to experience the heart of Ancient Rome’s grandeur and political history.
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Enjoy reserved entry to the Mamertine Prison and the Colosseum Archaeological Park, making your journey smooth and hassle-free.
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Learn fascinating stories and historical insights about Colosseum with a multimedia guide available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish.
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Show your ticket on your smartphone and customize your visit with timed reservations, ensuring an organized and efficient day.
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Discover the Mamertine Prison, Rome’s oldest and most infamous prison, where tradition says Apostles Peter and Paul spent their final days.
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Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill to experience the heart of Ancient Rome’s grandeur and political history.
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Enjoy reserved entry to the Mamertine Prison and the Colosseum Archaeological Park, making your journey smooth and hassle-free.
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Learn fascinating stories and historical insights about Colosseum with a multimedia guide available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish.
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Show your ticket on your smartphone and customize your visit with timed reservations, ensuring an organized and efficient day.
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Explore the top 2 attractions of Rome - the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum at your own pace.
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Step back in time as your multimedia video takes you through ancient Rome and the reconstruction of the Eternal City.
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Discover history at Palatine Hill, the emperors' ancient home, which offers panoramic views of iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and Tiber River.
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Stroll through the historic Roman Forum and witness the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.
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Fun Fact: Legend has it that the twins Romulus and Remus were left on Palatine Hill, found and nursed by a she-wolf. The tale is depicted in ancient art.
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Explore the top 2 attractions of Rome - the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum at your own pace.
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Step back in time as your multimedia video takes you through ancient Rome and the reconstruction of the Eternal City.
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Discover history at Palatine Hill, the emperors' ancient home, which offers panoramic views of iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and Tiber River.
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Stroll through the historic Roman Forum and witness the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.
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Fun Fact: Legend has it that the twins Romulus and Remus were left on Palatine Hill, found and nursed by a she-wolf. The tale is depicted in ancient art.
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- Discover the cradle of ancient Rome atop the Palatine Hill. Walk in the footsteps of emperors as history comes alive amidst captivating ruins and lush gardens. Marvel at the breathtaking panorama of the Roman Forum below, a stunning blend of myth and reality. Unravel tales of power, love, and ambition that shaped an empire. Here’s an in-depth guide to Palatine Hill tickets, tour highlights, opening hours, and other essential details to help you get the most out of your visit to Palatine Hill.
- Here are some Palatine Hill ticket options to suit your needs:
If you prefer to go at your own pace:
Choose flexible tickets so you can explore the attraction at your leisure. Set the terms of your visit and decide how much time you want to spend at the Palatine Hill.If you want to explore Palatine Hill in depth:
Explore the history of Palatine Hill through a guided tour, or opt for an audioguided tour to wander and discover the attraction at your preferred pace.If you didn't get enough of Rome and want to see more of it:
The combo tickets are your best friend if you want to hit all the right spots in Rome. Enter Rome’s most revered spaces like St Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, the Vatican Musuems, etc. by purchasing one single ticket. This ticket affords you access to two or more other attractions in addition to Palatine Hill.
- Palatine Hill is a place where myth and history intersect. Legendary figures such as Augustus, Tiberius, and Domitian once built their grand residences on this site. Besides Palatine Hill, you can visit a number of nearby attractions during your visit to this landmark.
The Colosseum
The largest surviving amphitheatre in the world, the Colosseum is an iconic masterpiece and one of the seven wonders of the world. Situated just next to Palatine Hill, the Colosseum is on every tourist’s radar while in Rome.Roman Forum
As you descend from Palatine Hill to the Roman Forum, step into a sprawling labyrinth of ruins and remains that once constituted the bustling epicenter of Roman civilization. The juxtaposition of these two iconic sites creates a seamless transition from the opulent grandeur of imperial residences to the vibrant, communal life of the city's citizens.
- Now that you know what’s on offer at Palatine Hill, step beyond and into the eternal city that is Rome. Here are some renowned attractions in the city:
Castel Sant'Angelo
Originally built as a mausoleum for the Roman Emperor Hadrian and his family in the 2nd century AD, Castel Sant'Angelo evolved over the centuries to serve as a fortress, papal residence, prison, and museum. This historical layering reflects Rome's transformation through different eras.St Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is not only an architectural marvel but also a symbol of faith and the enduring power of art and spirituality. Its grandeur, history, and significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to explore Rome's cultural and spiritual heritage.Roman Catacombs
Navigating the dimly lit tunnels and chambers creates an atmosphere of intrigue and mystery, evoking a sense of wonder about the lives that were once lived — and the stories that unfolded within the underground passages of the Roman Catacombs.