Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

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(25,210 reviews)
Rome, Italy

1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The ancient glory of Rome is reborn! Skip the Line at three of the most significant surviving remnants of the Eternal City: the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Your English-speaking expert historian tour guide will share anecdotes and history throughout the 3-hour tour, rebuilding the impressive ruins with tales of Ancient Rome’s heyday.

What's Included

Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket included (€18 value, or €24 with Arena access)
Colosseum reservation fee included (€2 value)
Colosseum Arena Floor access (Arena options only)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Audio guide on your smartphone (Audio Guide option only)
Guided tour of the Colosseum with an expert licensed guide (Guided tour options only)
Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Largo Gaetana Agnesi

Meet your guide at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, on the little square above the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Your guide coordinator will be waiting here wearing a blue City Wonders polo shirt or jacket for easy recognition.

End point
Palatine Hill

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Colosseum

    Your journey into Ancient Rome begins at the Colosseum, one of the world’s most iconic landmarks. Step inside this legendary amphitheater with your expert guide and uncover the stories behind the gladiatorial battles, political power struggles, and incredible engineering achievements that shaped Roman history. Learn how this remarkable structure hosted grand spectacles — and even staged ancient naval battles — while separating fact from fiction beyond Hollywood’s famous depictions. Guests selecting an Arena Floor option will enjoy special access to the Arena Floor, where gladiators once fought before thousands of spectators. Guests selecting a 1.5-hour tour option will enjoy a guided visit to the Arena Floor, followed by a guided introduction to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. After the tour concludes, guests are free to continue exploring the Colosseum Archaeological Park independently at their own pace with their included admission ticket.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Palatine Hill

    Continue to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome. According to tradition, this was the hill where Romulus founded the city in 753 BC — a decision that led to the tragic fate of his brother Remus. Explore the ancient landscape where emperors later built magnificent palaces and enjoy spectacular views overlooking the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Foro Romano

    Discover the Roman Forum, the heart of Ancient Rome’s political, commercial, and social life. Walk along the Via Sacra, the Sacred Way once used for triumphal processions, and explore the ruins of temples, basilicas, and monuments where senators debated, emperors ruled, and some of Rome’s most important moments unfolded.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum.
  • Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Colosseum, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed
  • Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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