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Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Visitors walking through the Roman Forum with ancient ruins and buildings in the background.

Duration

3 hr

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Guided tour

Explore the most famous attractions in Rome including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, & Palatine Hill.

    • Discover the hidden areas of the magnificent structure that is the Colosseum.

    • Travel back in time and explore the ancient temples in the Roman Forum.

    • Get panoramic views of the stunning Roman skyline from Palatine Hill.

    • Enjoy a crash course on Roman history from a local tour guide.

    • Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

    • Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, German or Portuguese-speaking guide

    • Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2

    • Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

    • Headsets to hear the guide clearly

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Maria P Strader

    Maria

    Oct 2022
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Thorough info for meeting places. All guides/hosts were very nice and helpful. All tours left right on time and the prices are very reasonable.
    Henning von der Hagen

    Henning

    Oct 2022
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I especially would recommend Magda. She was our tour guide. Very professional, charmant and giving a vivid insight into the ancient times. It is definetly a good idea to have Forum Romanum, Palatin hill and Colosseum in one haul.
    Yvonne Grue

    Yvonne

    Oct 2022
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Really enjoyed Giulio's tour. He was very annimated and informative. His english was good and easy to understand. Would highly recommend him.
    Nadia Kockelkorn

    Nadia

    Oct 2022
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Guide super sympa, très informé et très patient. Très belles visites
    paul lewis

    Paul

    Sep 2022
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Our guide, Sylvia, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We were unsure about having a guided tour, but it was very worthwhile and made the crowds seem irrelevant, as she was able to guide us through expertly and keep us entertained with a wealth of information. Thank you for a great tour!
  • Immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Rome while visiting some of its major attractions. A professional tour guide will tell you stories and facts about Rome’s history as you explore ancient buildings in the city.

    First, you will visit the Colosseum - a magnificent structure dating back to the early days of the Roman regime. Get a close look at the detailed architecture of the Colosseum as you walk through its vast corridors and up its iconic marble steps. Your tour guide will show you all the ancient texts inscribed on the walls and other hidden gems that you may not otherwise notice.

    Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans as you discover the marketplace and the ancient temples that are still standing in the Roman Forum. Next, make your way through the Arch of Titus which will lead you to Palatine Hill. Once you get here, take your time to marvel at the Roman skyline from atop the hill.

  • Colosseum

    Monday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday08:30am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm

    Roman Forum

    Monday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 06:30pmlast entry 05:30pm
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your tour guide at Show Me Italy.

    • Address: Via Cavour, 301, 00184 Roma RM, Italy.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Getting There

    • The nearest bus stop is Cavour/Ricci, which is a 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Bus #75, 117, or nMB will get you here.

    Validity

    This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

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