Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour
Start: 2024-07-26T11:30:00
End: 2024-07-26T14:30:00
Location: Rome

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Go on an in-depth tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum with a professional guide and avoid tedious lines on your discovery of ancient Rome.

Highlights

Discover the Eternal City like never before on this immersive guided tour available in 6 languages.
Visit the world-famous Colosseum and learn all about one of Italy's most popular destinations and the hub of performance for bygone emperors.
You will also enjoy a guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, some of the archaeological wonders and sleek neighborhoods of ancient Rome.
Opt for an express tour to savor the juiciest bits of Roman history in a time crunch. Explore the Colosseum and its museum with a guide.
Fun fact: As you explore the sites, you might come across ancient graffiti carved into the stone walls! These inscriptions offer glimpses into the lives of everyday Romans.

Inclusions

Express/ complete guided tour of the Colosseum (as per option selected)
Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese or German-speaking guide
Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2
Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum (optional)
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Group of up to 25 people

Exclusions

Access to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, or upper floors

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Lemarie

5/5

Jul, 2024

The tour was very well organized and very interesting. The place is steeped in history, and Liliana, our French-speaking guide, conveyed this very well. I'd like to thank her for her kindness to the group in the extremely hot weather, and for her professionalism.

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Esther

5/5

Jul, 2024

Before the visit we were sent reminders and clear instructions. The visit went very well. Tomas is a very good guide. We learned a lot of things.

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Amanda

5/5

Jul, 2024

The tour was amazing. Our guide was extremely sympathetic and knowledgeable. I surely recommend it. Also, the Headout app was very easy to use it.

Lorraine

5/5

Jul, 2024

Easy to find ticket office. On time. The guide 'Elena' I think was amazing...good English, clearly spoken & animated, using lots of stories & descriptions to bring the ruins alive. Good value.

Julia

5/5

Jul, 2024

We had a great time with a wonderful guide Fumy. A lot of information that we couldn't have had without her. I really recommend that tour !!

Your experience

If you only have a short period of time to see the absolute best that Rome has to offer, this tour is the perfect way to maximize your time and experience the archaeological wonders of the city in the company of an expert local guide in your choice of language and a small group of fellow travelers.

The world-famous Colosseum

After meeting your tour guide at the designated meeting point, head to the domineering Colosseum. Here, you will be able to make your way directly into the world’s largest amphitheater ever constructed. Learn all about the theater’s bloody past as your tour guide tells you stories about 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 and games.

Roman Forum and Palatine hill

Next, 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. Marvel at the Basilica Julia and Aemilia, imagining what Rome was like thousands of years ago.

Finally, make your way to Palatine Hill and enjoy one of the city’s best vantage points from the hill where Rome was originally founded. Once considered the most desirable neighborhood in Rome, Palatine Hill lives on as an extensive archaeological site. Explore ruins of the Flavian Palace and Stadium of Domitian, as well as the legendary Hut of Romulus.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

You cannot bring your luggage and large backpacks for this experience.
Pets are not allowed.

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Please note the chosen time must be respected and latecomers will not be accommodated.
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.
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.