Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
The ancient glory of Rome is reborn! Skip the Line at three of the most significant surviving remnants of the Eternal City: the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Your English-speaking expert historian tour guide will share anecdotes and history throughout the 3-hour tour, rebuilding the impressive ruins with tales of Ancient Rome’s heyday.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum.
Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Colosseum, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed
Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour
May experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
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 within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Audio Guide directly on your mobile phone (If Option Selected)
Access to the Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Fully guided visit of the Colosseum [if guided option selected]
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Professional Expert Licenced Guide [if guided option selected]
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Colosseum
Your journey into antiquity begins with the Colosseum, one of the world’s most iconic sights. Your guide will call on their historical and archaeological expertise to tell you all about the battles, both physical and political, that played out in this incredible amphitheater. You might be surprised to learn that ‘Gladiator’ didn’t get everything right and that feats of ancient engineering even allowed the Romans to re-enact naval battles here.
Palatine Hill
The next stop takes you back to the very beginning. The Palatine Hill is the spot Romulus chose to found the city that would become Rome in 753 BC – a decision that ended in tragedy for his brother Remus. Here, steeped in history, you’ll enjoy spectacular views overlooking your next destination: the Roman Forum.
Options
Small Group with Arena Access
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Small Group Guided Tour with Special Arena Access and ticket to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Small Group with Arena Floor : Guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 15 people.
Colosseum Small Group
Colosseum Small Group Tour: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 15 people.
Colosseum Small Group Tour: Colosseum & Ancient Rome Small Group Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. Access to the Arena floor is not included.
Colosseum Semi-Private
Colosseum Semi-Private Tour: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 10 people.
Colosseum Semi-Private Tour: Colosseum & Ancient Rome Semi-Private Guided Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. Access to the Arena floor is not included
Audioguide Tickets
Tickets without Arena Access: Escorted entry to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, & Palatine Hill.
Access to the Arena Floor of the Colosseum is not included
Multilingual Audioguide: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide
Semi Private with Arena Access
Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Special Arena Access and ticket to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Semi Private with Arena Access: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 10 people.
Colosseum Group
Colosseum Group Tour: Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 24 people.
Colosseum Group Tour: Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. The access to the Colosseum Arena floor is not included.
Colosseum Express Tour
1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum in a group of no more than 24 people.
The access to the Arena floor is not included.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Colosseum Express Tour: This option includes an entrance ticket to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace
Audioguide Tickets with Arena
Tickets with Arena Access: Escorted entry to the Colosseum, including access to the Gladiator’s Arena Floor level, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
Multilingual Audioguide: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide
Reviews
23,811 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Having the tour helped us to understand the history a little more and to imagine the ruins as they were years ago
Mandy H,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam was our tour guide and he was excellent - knowledgable and relatable - able to talk to all different ages in our group!
Colosseum and Forum Tour
Michael T,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour was amazing. Our guide Maria was the best. She was very knowledgeable and kind. The pace of the tour was perfect.
Excellent at the Collessum
A6967OLnigelc,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely excellent tour with Crown Tours our guide Ria was very very good taught me some things I didn't know and I know a lot of history but also happy to engage in conversation whatever she gets paid isn't enough would definitely go on a tour with her again
There was so much to...
Nicole U,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There was so much to learn but Marina was great at the pace and distribution of knowledge. This was a long walk if tour but with every second.
Good and easy!
Kelley W,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Silvia was great. Easy to find meeting point. My family and I had a great time and the 3 hours went by fast.
Fantastico!!
Chrissy S,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent tour with tour guide 1357 (sorry I forgot the ladies name), she took care of giving a perfect tour with exact explanations and took care of making it friendly and welcoming. 10/10
Rome family trip
Sherilynnel,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sabrina was extremely knowledgable and we were able to avoid the lines. Great way to see the Colosseum and surrounding area.
Brilliant tour
Edmo6666,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a brilliant tour. Georgio our guide was fantastic and so knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions also just a really nice guy
Coliseum tour
Ellen E,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia was wonderful as our guide! She had Excellent information and personality! Small group was a big part of the success of the tour.
Must see tour.
NorthStar26193952915,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely amazing tour. The sights we visited were breathtaking. Our tour guide Maria made the tour so personal. She told us all about what we were seeing and also little known facts that you wouldn’t know. Her energy level was phenomenal.
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