Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Tour
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Get access to the unmissable Colosseum. Explore the inside of one of the world's greatest attractions that’s waiting for you here in Rome.
Starting off with a short introduction right outside this marvellous monument, you'll then head in to the Colosseum. Fully explore the colosseum let one of our expert guides educate and amaze you with facts and memorable tales of the Roman Empire and the gladiatorial games.
The tour doesn't end there! With lots to see, our expert guides will take you on to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Step back in time and uncover the hidden histories of the Ancient Romans and the Emperors palaces.
Picture perfect moments are not to be missed as you end your tour surrounded by Rome's glorious architectural masterpieces.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
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.
ID may be required for entrance (especially for guests under the age of 18). Guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.
It is forbidden to bring inside the Colosseum: glass, sharped objects, alcohol, spray
Comfortable shoes are recommended
In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours and a half
Upon choosing our guided tour, you acknowledge and accept that the admission fee to the archaeological sites is 16 euros for adults, accompanied by a 2 EUR booking fee, and free admission ticket for children under 18. The remaining amount is voluntary and includes services provided by skilled licensed guides, headsets, booking fees, and other tour amenities. Our goal is to provide transparency and ensure your understanding of the cost breakdown, allowing you to fully recognize the value of our guided experience.
The order of the tour is subject to internal arrangements at the Colosseum, we highly suggest you to contact us for any question.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
All Fees and Taxes
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Audio Equipment to hear the guide clearly
Entrance to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Tips and Gratuities
What To Expect
Colosseum
Also known by the name of Amphitearum, the Colosseum is the biggest and most famous evidence of the ancient world. Becoming a World Heritage Site in 1980 it has always attracted a thousand of visitors, curious of find out the incredible stories and mistery of one of the most famous monument worldwide. Discover lead by our official professional guides unimmaginable and astonishing stories of gladiators fights, battleship and much more ... This tour provides you with the opportunity to explore the archaeological area in a relaxed and enjoyable manner!
Foro Romano
Admire the heart of the Ancient Rome! The Forum was indeed one of the most important place in the ancient world, since it was here where public and social life were lived. Conceived originally for commericial purpose, over the centuries the Forum turned into a real warzone for the politcal power, marked by intense battles fought by artworks and public buildings, as usual during the Republican Age. This and much more to discover and learn about during a pleasant but informative walking with our guides.
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Group Tour - French
SMALL GROUP up to 12 - Italian
Small group tour 12 people max
SMALL GROUP up to 12 - French
Small group tour 12 people max
Group Tour - Spanish
Group Tour - German
SMALL GROUP up to 12 - English
Small group tour 12 people max
Group Tour - English
Group Tour - Italian
SMALL GROUP up to 12 - German
Small group tour 12 people max
SMALL GROUP up to 12 - Spanish
Small group tour 12 people max
Reviews
1,620 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Crown Tours…Not the best
Amy L,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
3.00We were disappointed with our experience with Crown Tours. I would recommend another tour operator. Our guide wasn’t the best. We didn’t find his commentary very informative. His strong accent made him difficult to understand as well. He also didn’t ensure the pace for the group as a whole. With one family always dragging behind, and not for physical/understandable reasons, we were always standing around and waiting. Also, our tour start time was 2 pm, but our ticket entrance time to the Colosseum wasn’t until 4 pm so we had to do the sights in reverse, which was not the expected order.
See above
Olga R,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Tge experience was one for the books. It was great. Julia, our guide, was amazing. She was personable and knowledgeable.
Thank you Silvia!
Daria j,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
4.00Silvia was amazing. So kind and knowledgeable-her providing images along the tour really fleshed out my understanding of these places, the history and what life was like during those times. This has been my most enjoyable tour in Rome so far because of Silvia. The only downside, which really put a damper on the beginning of my experience, was my interaction with checking in and getting assigned a group. I almost missed my tour because the ‘meeting point’ listed wasn’t actually where I needed to be for an English tour but there were no clear instructions on where to find where I was going. I had to walk another few minutes to where I needed to be and even when I got there I was further confused about how/where to check in. That was all very frustrating but Silvia definitely made up for it.
Colosseum was GREAT. Palatine Hill and Roman Forum were so so. Maybe read up on the places a little beforehand.
christine s,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00The tour was through Crown Tours. The colosseum part of the tour was the best. The Palatine Hill and Roman Forum were either just too much info, or not presented in a way that was understandable. Granted I went in without any knowledge at all about either one, but I was so confused during the tour as the guide went from 1 story to another. I was wishing I either read up a little bit about the two places beforehand, or just had a different guide. My husband also really liked the colosseum part of the tour. But! He would have rated the tours overall as a 3, mainly because there weren’t any time given for bathroom breaks! This may seem like a silly thing if you’re touring and reading reviews about tours for the 1st time, but once you experience it, you’ll understand. At another tour we took yesterday, with a different company through Viator, the guide allowed a bathroom break before the tour, warning us that there wasn’t any for another 3 hrs and highly recommend we went. We all did and didn’t think anything of it. So my husband expected the same thing on this tour. I even asked when we checked in if there was a rest room, and the staff said there wasn’t at the check in office but that there were once we entered the colosseum. However, the guide never allotted for a bathroom break and my poor husband kept waiting for one and keeping his eye out for one for almost the duration of the tour. Can you imagine his discomfort! And he wasn’t the only one. A woman in the group finally asked about a break and the guide said in about 1/2 an hours (that’s when the tour was scheduled to end!). She and my husband and kids made a bee line for a rest room that they saw in the distance, as the guide went on without part of the group! However, my 16 yo son appreciated the guide’s dry humor and I appreciated his efforts to keep the group engaged. He was very knowledgeable even though his stories seemed a bit disjointed at times.Overall score with input from our family of 4 is 3.9 stars.
Rita is the best!!! Great tour
Mehr N,
Jul 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Rita was absolutely amazing! Such a knowledgeable, passionate storyteller and so well informed about her history. She is such a gem and pleasant to tour with. We LOVED this tour!!!!!
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