Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Small Group Tour

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Small Group Tour
Start: 2026-04-06T15:30:00
End: 2026-04-06T18:00:00
Location: Rome

Colosseum facade with tourists, Rome, Italy.

Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.

Tourists taking a selfie inside the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Colosseum exterior with arches, part of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.

Duration

2 hr 30 min - 3 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your experience

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

Enjoy an immersive tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum along with an expert guide and a group of just 15 people.

4.5/5

(3,449)

Gillian B

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Super guided tour by Fran. Very informative. Well worth doing. We loved the Forum & Palantine Hill. The Coliseum has to be seen to be believed. We visited the Forum & Palantine Hill again later in the day to see the parts that the tour hadn't covered. This is possible if you have the Full Experience ticket.

Vancauwembergh A

Family

Verified booking

Last week

A great guide (Paolo), who explains things really well, gets the kids involved, points out the best photo spots, and stops at the gift shop if you’d like... The Colosseum is just wow, and the Roman Forum is absolutely amazing. Too bad it’s not like it used to be :)

Juan I

Couple

Verified booking

Oct 2025

The tour was very complete and we loved it, the guide was very attentive and very complete in her explanations and in the doubts we had. A genius We went through everything but at a good pace to hurry and see everything without haste. She had the consideration of an elderly lady who was with us to keep a pace like for her and when it was worth it or not to go up some stairs and take advantage of the elevator.

Samantha R

Group

Verified booking

Oct 2025

A compact but rewarding tour that covered a lot of ground. Our guide Antonio was interesting and engaging , with good humour. We were expertly navigated through the crowds whilst being educated at the same time. Of course you cannot do justice to the Vatican Museaum in such a varied tour, however this was spot on for our teens on their first visit to these amazing historical sites. Recommend.

Angel M

Group

Verified booking

Oct 2025

Our tour guide Donalto was an amazing guide. He explained everything with a lot of enthusiasm and made sure we understood it correctly. To be honest,, the best part of our visit to Rome was him explaining the colosseum and roman empire very well. We enjoyed the journey very much. Thanks a lot to him.

Monlezun C

Group

Verified booking

Nov 2025

This guided tour of the Colosseum and the Forum will remain in our memories for a long time! Paolo was a wonderful guide! Despite the crowds and the rain, he created an imaginary world that transported us back to the Roman Empire. Fascinating, funny and benevolent, thank you Paolo!

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.

Upgrade to Arena access and stand where the gladiators fought animals with their bare hands.

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.

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.

Small-group guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Timed entry to the Colosseum

Group of up to 15 guests

Arena floor access (as per option selected)

Headsets

Access to the Colosseum underground

Hotel pick up and drop off

Meals

You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Vancauwembergh A
Family
Verified booking
Last week
A great guide (Paolo), who explains things really well, gets the kids involved, points out the best photo spots, and stops at the gift shop if you’d like... The Colosseum is just wow, and the Roman Forum is absolutely amazing. Too bad it’s not like it used to be :)
Deborah R
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Fabi was an excellent tour guide and hugely knowledgeable. It was great to have her point out the hidden details and she encouraged questions from our small group. A very thorough tour and one Id be happy to recommend!
Ann K
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Had a wonderful time with Federico. Very informative as you would expect and enjoyable company. Had a fantastic time over the 3 hours and thought it was money well spent. Highly recommend. Thanks
Jack H
Family
Verified booking
Yesterday
Francesca and Abdul were fantastic
Gillian B
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Super guided tour by Fran. Very informative. Well worth doing. We loved the Forum & Palantine Hill. The Coliseum has to be seen to be believed. We visited the Forum & Palantine Hill again later in the day to see the parts that the tour hadn't covered. This is possible if you have the Full Experience ticket.

An unmatched introduction to the Eternal City

After meeting your guide, you will be led to the dominating Colosseum. Make your way directly into the world’s largest amphitheater ever constructed. Your tour guide will regale you with stories of the infamous gladiator games. Believed to have been constructed as a gift from ancient emperors to the Roman people, this grand outdoor amphitheater once served as the epicenter for entertainment, hosting various public spectacles.

Dive into Rome’s history at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

In the next leg of this exciting tour, walk the path that citizens once used every day as you venture into the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra. Neighboring the Colosseum, this rectangular marketplace provides an insight into ancient life in Rome, unlike any other site. Explore in a small group of 15.

Finally, make your way to Palatine Hill to enjoy one of the city’s best vantage points and discover the hill where the city was originally founded. Explore the ruins of the Flavian Palace and Stadium of Domitian, as well as the legendary Hut of Romulus.

Colosseum

Monday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	8:30am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

Palatine Hill

Monday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

Roman Forum

Monday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Thursday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Friday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Saturday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm
Sunday	9:00am - 7:15pm	last entry 6:15pm

What's not allowed

Keep in mind large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the venue. It's best to leave your luggage behind for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

Rain or shine, this tour won't be canceled. If there is a heavy downpour, some areas of the tour will be closed for safety reasons.

Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.

The order of attractions visited might be subject to change. Your guide will help you navigate all 3 sites on a daily basis the crowds.

As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is not possible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.