Colosseum & Ancient Rome Walking Tour + Colosseum Ticket Option

5.0
(23 reviews)
Rome, Italy

1 hour 40 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

The Colosseum ticket is not included, but don’t worry: at the end of the tour, your guide will explain how to purchase it.

Start your journey at Trajan’s Column, then enjoy a walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali, the grand road that cuts through the heart of Ancient Rome. Continue with a panoramic view over the Roman Forum, stroll through the charming Rione Monti neighborhood, and finish right in front of the Colosseum. Along the way, your guide will bring to life the history, power, and legacy of the Roman Empire, helping you discover the monuments and stories that shaped this extraordinary city.

At the end of the tour, if you wish to visit the Colosseum inside, your guide will explain how to purchase the ticket directly from the official ticket office. The ticket costs 18 euros and can be purchased by credit card only.

What's Included

Audio Headsets
Guided Tour
Local Recommendations
ticket to access the "archaeological park of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill"
Any entrance fees to other attractions or museums not specified in the tour are not covered.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Trajan's Column

We will meet close Trajan’s Column, located between Piazza Venezia and Via dei Fori Imperiali, just behind the Altare della Patria.

End point
Piazza del Colosseo

The tour ends at the Colosseum; tickets (€18) can be purchased after the tour, but availability is limited due to daily capacity restrictions.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Colonna Traiana

    The tour begins at Trajan’s Column, where we will admire from the outside the impressive monuments of Emperor Trajan, including Trajan’s Market, before walking along Via dei Fori Imperiali.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Foro Romano

    The second stop is overlooking the Roman Forum, where you’ll enjoy a stunning view of ancient Rome from above. This was the heart of daily life in the Roman Empire, filled with public buildings, basilicas, and homes.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Rione Monti

    The third stop is the Monti district, one of Rome’s oldest neighborhoods, still lived in by locals. Here, you’ll experience the true atmosphere of old Rome.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Colosseum

    The final and most anticipated stop is the Colosseum. After discovering the history of this iconic monument, your guide will provide instructions on how to purchase tickets for the Colosseum and the Roman Forum archaeological area. Tickets must be purchased independently by participants, and availability is limited due to daily capacity restrictions. For this reason, we cannot guarantee 100% ticket availability.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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