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Domus Aurea Tours

Discover the once extravagant Golden House constructed by Emperor Nero and unearth ancient secrets with an expert guide. Relive the glory of the vast landscaped complex with a virtual reality experience.
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Domus Aurea Tours
Visitors exploring the Colosseum arena during a guided tour in Rome.
Colosseum exterior with tourists, part of the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum guided tour in Rome.
Tourists exploring the Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.
Tour group viewing ancient graffiti at Colosseum exhibit, Rome.
Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, viewed from above.
Couple viewing Roman Forum during guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.
Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome, part of the guided tour with arena access.
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2 hr 30 min
  • Skip the long lines at on-site sales counter 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 your group size: up to 25 for value, 15 for better interaction, or just 7 for the most personalized, immersive Arena experience.

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  • Skip the long lines at on-site sales counter 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 your group size: up to 25 for value, 15 for better interaction, or just 7 for the most personalized, immersive Arena experience.

from
€12
Tour group enjoying view of Roman Forum with Colosseum and Palatine Hill in background.
Tour group with guide exploring the Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the ancient corridors of the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide leading group near Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the Roman Forum ruins in Rome.
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide with group at Palatine Hill, Rome, with ancient ruins in the background.
Palatine Hill view of Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient columns and historic buildings.
Couple admiring the Roman Forum view during a guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with informational sign, Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour.
Arch of Constantine in Rome with tourists exploring nearby.
Tour guide showing a diagram to participants at the Colosseum.
Book now, pay later
2 hr
  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide and fewer crowds, or choose a semi-private tour (just 7 guests) for the most exclusive, highly personalized experience.

More details

  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide and fewer crowds, or choose a semi-private tour (just 7 guests) for the most exclusive, highly personalized experience.

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€35.90

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What our guests say

Josep S

Spain
Family
2 weeks ago
Highly recommended. The guided tour went really well. Our guide, Severus, was very attentive, gave very detailed explanations, and took us to all the “special” spots in the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. Top-notch!!!!

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Darach C

Ireland
Family
2 weeks ago
Great experience Friendly staff at reception And the guide was friendly,insightful, interactive and well versed in all that is Rome . Some brilliant facts that we would have never known about if it weren't for him (see picture posted)

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Edgar D

Mexico
Couple
3 weeks ago
You can tell that the guide has a lot of experience and knowledge of the subject. He provided details that helped us better understand what we were seeing. Plus, he answered every question we asked without any problem.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour

Annette T

Group
3 weeks ago
We had a wonderful and very interesting tour with Hildegard through the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum. The group size was perfect. We learned a lot about the history, life in Rome back then, and how it compares to today. She also debunked quite a few myths. This tour comes highly recommended and was a highlight of our stay in the Eternal City.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour

Massimo M

Italy
Group
Mar 2026

+5 more

The guide explained the different historical periods and the clues that make such an accurate description possible very clearly. And seeing what the Domus Aurea looked like virtually was amazing.

Domus Aurea Guided Tour with VR Experience

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