Colosseum and Ancient Rome Tour

From€39.9
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy

About this activity

Discover Rome's ancient landmarks with skip-the-line access and expert guidance on this immersive tour.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
  • Explore Roman Forum's ancient ruins
  • Visit Palatine Hill's historic sites
  • Learn from expert guides
  • Experience Rome's rich history

Full description

Step back in time and explore Rome's iconic ancient sites on this comprehensive tour. With skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, you'll delve into its storied past without the wait. Wander through the Roman Forum, once the heart of Roman public life, and ascend Palatine Hill to uncover the origins of Rome. Choose between a guided experience led by knowledgeable experts or an audio guide for a self-paced journey. This tour offers a captivating glimpse into Rome's rich history and architectural marvels.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
  • Guided tour of Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Audio guide for self-paced exploration
  • Food and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

Basilica of Saints Cosmas and Damian, Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm your booking time and arrive at least 15 minutes early.
  • Be aware that the tour may involve walking on uneven surfaces.
  • Note that food and beverages are not included in the tour price.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the activity starts

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Please make sure that the names provided EXACTLY MATCH THE NAMES on the passports or ID cards of all participants (children included), otherwise entry to the Colosseum will be denied. A valid ID is required for everyone to enter. Nicknames, missing names, or incorrect first or last names are not accepted by Colosseum guards. Feel free to contact us if you need any assistance with this.
  • For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
  • The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
  • Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
  • Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
  • Late arrivals will not be refunded
  • All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
  • Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
  • By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • If you booked the audio guide option, please download the app in advance using Wi-Fi. Once downloaded, it works offline. Earphones are not provided – please bring your own, compatible with your smartphones. Note that older phones may not support the app properly. For bookings after 4:00 PM, you may not have enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You can either arrive earlier or visit the Roman Forum the next day.
  • The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.

Traveler reviews

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Rushed visit & overpriced

We had to arrive 15 min before but there was nobody. Some représentative came at 16:01, gave us printed tickets and gave suggestions how to do audio tour which was confusing and not really correct as some sides were closing early. We had to rush the visit to make sure we see everything.

corentinb837Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Amazing !

Amazing to see in person a must’ve visiting Rome . Very crowded and a must to wear comfortable shoes and a hat . Minimum 3 hours to see all the exhibits.

ilonkak2013Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Quick and easy

Effective communication and guide to handling the tickets

hellaj2016Sep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

ROME. Colloseum Tour

Location/tour start location was difficult to find. Information was not clear as we did not start at the colloseum. Better instructions would have helped. After standing in the rain and getting drenched we opted to skip this audio tour.

denisemW942DDSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Authentic exceptional experience

Georgia brings Roma to life in front of your eyes. Easy meeting at assigned place (look for clipboards) and simple directions. I never wanted tour to end and I honestly wanted to hire Georgia to take us around the rest of Roma. I finally have an understanding of Ancient Rome.

Road43713910759Sep 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please Add the full name of each participant (including children) to your reservation. If names are wrong and entry is denied, we cannot provide a refund For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code Late arrivals will not be refunded In Summer season due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass. By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions If you booked the audio guide option, please download the app in advance using Wi-Fi. Once downloaded, it works offline. Earphones are not provided – please bring your own, compatible with your smartphones. Note that older phones may not support the app properly. For bookings after 4:00 PM, you may not have enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You can either arrive earlier or visit the Roman Forum the next day.