Colosseum Arena, Imperial Forums and Capitoline Hill Guided Tour

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

Step back in time with a special guided tour that includes fundamental sites of Ancient Rome.

Your visit begins at the Colosseum, the grand amphitheater where gladiators fought for their lives. On this exclusive experience you will walk through the same entrance used by ancient warriors and reach the arena with a spectacular view from within.

Your guide will tell you fascinating stories about the epic contests, engineering marvels, and the grandeur of Roman entertainment.

Next, explore the Imperial Forums, the political and commercial hub of the Roman Empire. Wander among the ruins of temples, basilicas, and markets, and learn about the powerful emperors who shaped Rome’s destiny.

The tour concludes at Capitoline Hill, one of Rome’s most historically significant sites. Admire stunning views over the Roman Forum and take in the beautiful piazzas designed by Michelangelo.

This comprehensive guided tour offers a rich exploration of Rome’s iconic landmarks.

What's Included

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Local guide
Private tour
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Professional art historian guide
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Local taxes
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Via dei Fori Imperiali

Meet your guide at the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit ( ground floor). There is only one exit, just in front of the monument.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Colosseum

    You will meet with your guideoutside the Colosseum Metro Station.  Inside this magnificent area, one of the most well-preserved and famous ancient monuments in the world you can really get a feel of how it must have been to be a spectator all of those centuries ago.  Your guide will explain something of the history and architecture and of the contests that took place between gladiators and exotic animals. 

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Palatine Hill

    Next you climb the Palatine Hill.  Take in the stunning views and marvel at the Emperor’s Palace with its wonderful mosaics and frescoes. 

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Foro Romano

    Last stop on the tour is the Roman Forum, the centre of political, religious and social life in ancient Rome.  It is then outside again to see the Arch of Constantine and to take a walk to the Roman Forum, Ancient Rome’s main square and the centre of activity, political, religious and social.  You will see the 1st-centrury Arch of Titus, the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Temple of the Sun and the stunning white marble Arch of Septimus Severus, the ruins of the Senate House, the Temple of Julius Caesar and the Triumphal Arches bear testament to its auspicious past.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Supplied by Made in italy Tours by Luca and his team of Guide mates

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Literary Tours
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