Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Small Group Tour

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3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore ancient Rome with a small group of no more than 10 travelers — the most personal way to see the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Your licensed local guide brings 2,000 years of gladiator combat, emperors, and triumphal arches to life as you step inside the Colosseum, walk the Forum's marble ruins, and gaze across the city from Palatine Hill. Hotel pickup from central Rome is included — step out of your lobby and we'll handle the rest.

What's Included

Admission fee
Wireless audio headsets
Hotel pickup from select Rome city center hotels
Professional licensed English-speaking guide
Colosseum reservation fee, valued at 2 per person.
Colosseum entrance ticket valued at 18 per person, or 24 per person if Arena access is included
Gratuities
Meals
Hotel drop-off (tour ends at meeting point)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Arrive 15 minutes before departure at Colle Oppio Park, Viale del Monte Oppio, near the Colosseum viewpoint. Look for staff carrying the “I Love Rome” logo. Hotel pickup is available from select Rome city center hotels. Pickup details will be confirmed after booking.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Colosseum

    Enter the Colosseum with your expert guide and learn how the amphitheater was built, how games were staged, and what life was like for gladiators and spectators. Your guide highlights the most important features and stories that bring the arena to life.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Foro Romano

    Walk through the ruins of Rome’s political, social, and commercial center. See remnants of temples, basilicas, and government buildings while your guide explains how the city was governed and how public life functioned at the height of the empire.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Palatine Hill

    Climb Palatine Hill to explore the legendary origins of Rome (Romulus and Remus) and enjoy panoramic views over the Forum. Learn why this hill became the most prestigious address in ancient Rome.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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