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Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

From€46
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy

About this activity

Experience Rome's ancient history with a guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, featuring skip-the-line access and expert insights.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to iconic Roman sites
  • Explore the ancient Colosseum amphitheater
  • Wander through the historic Roman Forum
  • Discover the Palatine Hill's royal palaces
  • Learn about Rome's rich history from an expert guide

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of ancient Rome with this comprehensive guided tour. Skip the lines and delve into the Colosseum's storied past, where gladiators once battled for glory. Wander through the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Roman public life, and ascend Palatine Hill to explore the opulent palaces of Rome's emperors. Led by an expert English-speaking guide, this tour offers a captivating journey through Rome's rich history, ensuring you don't miss a single detail of these iconic landmarks.

Included / Excluded

  • Skip-the-line access to Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Headsets for clear audio during the tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Photography is allowed, but tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven terrain.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Be prepared for security checks at the entrance; large bags may not be permitted.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the activity starts

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. We are not responsable if you provide us with wrong information.
  • PLEASE NOTE: as for the Colosseum new management, it might take few minutes to grab tickets for kids (if any of them are in the group) so the activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons
  • The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
  • Discounts for children under 18 years is applied only with a valid ID card!
  • Please note that for safety reasons the Colosseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
  • For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley
  • Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund
  • Activity not recommended for people with motor lag
  • No change on a booking can be accepted less than one week before the time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
  • For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
  • The meeting point for the group guided tour is at Piazza San Clemente. Our Staff will wait for you at the entrance to the Basilica, holding a "Tour in the city" sign. MANDATORY meeting time 20 minutes prior to tour departure time
  • In case of late arrival or cancellation beyond the limits indicated in the cancellation policy by the customer, a refund is not foreseen.
  • The duration of the tour may vary according to the time taken to access the monument. The tour duration is always at least 2 hours and will always be at most 3 hours.
  • The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
  • To download the Audioguide application you need a latest-generation smartphone not produced before 2020. We recommend bringing headphones.
  • Last Minute TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED: if you choose this option, It is mandatory for every customer to have a mobile phone. You must download the application, and once installed, you will need to download the QR codes provided. These QR codes must be presented at the entrance for access. Without the QR codes, entry will not be allowed.
  • In some cases, a Roma Pass may be included, subject to availability and the option booked.

Traveler reviews

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Good tour

Marcus was a great tour guide with information during the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Collosseum. We truly enjoyed our visit and his attention to detail of the area.

Julie_CSep 21, 2026VIATOR

Last minute fun.

We were desperate and last minute... these guys came thru for us. Expensive, cuz last minute, and complicated, but got it done. Girls in the office were superstars and cute for you young single guys.

calinativeceoSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wildly expensive, poor access to tickets, very average audio guide

Wildly expensive, poor access to tickets, very average audio guide

S2531JWwesleymSep 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Must see experience! We...

Must see experience! We did the mobile app tour. They uploaded the entire experience on your phone. About 3 hours to see it all. Highly recommend!

Kimberly_SSep 18, 2026VIATOR

Interesting place to walk around

Audio guide was about worthless. Difficult to navigate site.

J1958EMjoevSep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons. Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. We are not responsable if you provide us with wrong information. PLEASE NOTE: as for the Colosseum new management, it might take few minutes to grab tickets for kids (if any of them are in the group) so the activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary Discounts for children under 18 years is applied only with a valid ID card! Please note that for safety reasons the Colosseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors. For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. Children must be accompanied by an adult Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund Activity not recommended for people with motor lag No change on a booking can be accepted less than one week before the time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued. For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED The meeting point for the group guided tour is at Piazza San Clemente. Our Staff will wait for you at the entrance to the Basilica, holding a "Tour in the city" sign. MANDATORY meeting time 20 minutes prior to tour departure time In case of late arrival or cancellation beyond the limits indicated in the cancellation policy by the customer, a refund is not foreseen. The duration of the tour may vary according to the time taken to access the monument. The tour duration is always at least 2 hours and will always be at most 3 hours. The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control. To download the Audioguide application you need a latest-generation smartphone not produced before 2020. We recommend bringing headphones.
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