Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the heart of Ancient Rome with our guided tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Together with an expert guide, you will explore the iconic Colosseum, learning about gladiators, emperors, and the spectacular events that once took place inside the amphitheater.
The tour then continues through the Roman Forum, once the political and social center of Ancient Rome, where you will walk among the ruins of temples, basilicas, and ancient government buildings while discovering fascinating stories about Roman daily life.
This experience offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and legacy of one of the greatest civilizations in the world.
Please note: on the day of the tour, kindly remember to bring a valid ID document, or a copy of it, together with your nominative entrance tickets.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of 15 people per booking
What To Expect
Colosseum
-The exterior façade with its three levels of arches -The main entrance gates -The arena floor (viewpoint over the arena) -The underground hypogeum (from above, if accessible) -Seating tiers where spectators once sat -Views across the interior structure and upper levels -Informational displays and reconstructions inside the monument
Roman Forum
-The Arch of Titus -The Temple of Saturn -The Temple of Vesta -The Basilica of Maxentius -The Curia (Senate House) -The Via Sacra (main ancient road) -Remains of temples, government buildings, and public spaces -Panoramic viewpoints over the ruins
Options
Colosseum & Roman Forum
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
What‘s Included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Professional guide
Reserved Entrance Tickets
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
City walkers Tours Rome
kerry g,Mar 3, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jessica Coppola was our tour guide for the colosseum and everything surrounding it. She was wonderful , highly recommend , she loved her job and it showed in her knowledge and enthusiasm. Great tour
Colosseum & Forum kid friendly Tour
Andrea L,Jun 13, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00Christina was our guide and she was fantastic! She kept the 5 children engaged on this tour the whole time... playing games and telling stories. Wish we had more time with her. Highly recommend!
Execellent Tour for the money
b0bt442,Oct 8, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian was a great tour guide. Sean, the owner was helpful and insightful about the area and how to get around, recommended restaurants which were all great. In a city where you not sure who to trust these are guys are very trustworthy.
Excellent Private Tour
Mitch P,Jul 2, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got super lucky, no one else had booked at the same time so we ended up with a private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Our guide Brian was fantastic and truly represented for us the history behind the experience of attending an event during the height of the Roman Empire. We did have a hard time finding the "tourist info" meeting point, however, but the operator called me on my cell and helped guide us to where we needed to be.
We got super lucky, no one else had...
Mitchell P,Jul 2, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00We got super lucky, no one else had booked at the same time so we ended up with a private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Our guide Brian was fantastic and truly represented for us the history behind the experience of attending an event during the height of the Roman Empire.
We did have a hard time finding the tourist info meeting point, however, but the operator called me on my cell and helped guide us to where we needed to be.
Really good experience. Our guide...
Michael S,Mar 29, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00Really good experience. Our guide Christina had a degree in archeology and knew her topic really well. Also answered lots of Rome related questions. Small group of 8, no headset required and all the better for it.
Colosseum itself is stunning, as is the Forum
Definitely a highlight of the holidayGuide Anthony - tour rushed. Did not...
Christina S,Jan 5, 2018
- Review from Viator
1.00Guide Anthony - tour rushed. Did not take elderly patrons into consideration in terms of mobility. Audio equipment not provided. Tour far from enjoyable. His knowledge was questionable. We left tour to continue on our own. I had been there previous month..Far superior tour provided by other guide.
Tour of the Colosseum and Imperial Fora
PAB144,Jan 3, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide for the tour of the Colosseum and Forum on Sunday 17December was absolutely excellent. Many thanks to him, Shaun for making the arrangements and Osman for originally telling us about City Lights Tours. I have no hesitation in recommending them and will use City Lights when we next return to Rome
Excellent tour. We were in a small...
Nicholas F,Oct 3, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. We were in a small group of 12 plus our guide Fredericka, who was first class in every way. She was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting. The tour was conducted at the right pace for the Group and everyone appeared to really enjoy the experience. Sean, who assisted in the admin of the tour even sprinted off to get us some water before we went into the Forum.
Would I recommend - yes definitely.Tour guide Mario and his crew were...
Donna J,Jun 23, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide Mario and his crew were welcoming and well organised. They are all true ambassadors for Rome ( though not all local) and help make you feel you're in good hands. Mario's ability to bring the history alive in front of you helped summarise centuries. Book them today!
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