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 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.
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
Options
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
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 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
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 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 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.
Reviews
23,838 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Colosseum- A landmark, a...
SilviaMatilda A,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Colosseum- A landmark, a legend, a symbol. By now, I believe everyone knows how it looks like, but can one tell that they really know what it is without exploring it inside and out? It is quite well preserved considering that it is almost 2000 years old. Walking on the Arena takes you back to ancient times when gladiators, romans and emperors filled the space. Because of how popular and in-demand it is, it is highly advisable that one purchases a ticket in advance. Although it can be visited without a guide, having one ensures that one doesn’t miss out on important historical facts- movie parallels are also drawn at times! Roman Forum- It just makes sense to visit this after the Colosseum. It used to be the centre of day-to-day life in Rome and was the place which hosted several important institutions and where key historical events took place (i.e. the assassination of Julius Caesar). Some monuments are still in fairly good condition today- Curia Julia (Senate House) and the Arch of Septimius Severus, to name a few. The guide provided us with the relevant information about this place. Palatine Hill- Dubbed “the first nucleus of the Roman Empire”, this open-air museum introduces the visitor to the “posh” area of how emperors used to live back in the day. The guide only offers important information at the entrance- afterwards, it is free time for everyone and one can choose to remain there as long as they wish for. We would recommend to set aside at least half a day for this tour so you can enjoy it to the fullest without being in a hurry.
David was knowledgeable,...
Alex J,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00David was knowledgeable, personable and made exploring fun! He was attentive to my son’s questions and brought the history to life!
Interesting Tour
svavarg2016,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was very interesting tour and the guide Petra from City Wonders was explaining so well in details. It was a small group so we were always close to the guide. This was 3 hours tour and we got a lot of information from our wonderful guide.
A guided tour and history lesson in one!
E5318UGpatrickk,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our guided tour of the Coliseum and Forum with our guide (and historian), Emanuela. Not only did we get to experience and marvel at the beauty and magnificence of the area and its architecture, we enjoyed a detailed history of the landscape and the society that lived there over generations. Emanuele was informative and engaging. We had plenty of time for pictures and tips on how to spend more time exploring the park and the surrounding areas.
animation so amazing 🥲
jordiek106,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00kerry francisco big mama pinky Figtherwere so great! the foam party was so much fun! i participated in the dance challenge and it was a lot of fun! the entertainment team makes sure that everyone is having a great time always!!
Very detailed and informative tour - really enjoyable
faye c,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour with an enthusiastic and engaging guide. You get to see and do so much but in a very relaxed way, at a good pace. Enough time to see things without racing around!
Great tour!
andreasL9083UM,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable and engaging, answering any questions we had. We learned so much more than if we had gone on our own.
Wonderful Visit with Maria Luisa
Marissa R,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria Luisa was a wonderful tour guide for the colosseum and ancient rome tour. She was incredibly knowledgeable! She took the time to show my mom where the elevator was in the colosseum and took us to spots where there was minimal stairs. She was great!
Colosseum and the rest. Wow.
chrisbY2198KM,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time in Rome and obviously the Colosseum is a must. I felt before we went a guided tour would be best as I knew some stuff about it but not everything and also hoping a guide could take us to the very best spots. We have a small group of 19 on the tour and Ami was incredible, loads of knowledge and stories about the history, some I knew and some completely new to me. The 3 hours was enough time to be shown all the major areas of the site and then once completed being allowed to roam around freely to continue exploring was special. Even though it was busy the atmosphere really felt like you had gone back in time and could imagine the battles and the busy streets of the forum. For the price of the tour it is an absolute no brainer so worth the money.
Invaluable information...
Mark W,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Invaluable information gained, our experience would have been greatly changed if we tried to do it without a guide.
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