Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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.

1 hour • Admission Included

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

Colosseum Group -3h

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.

Arena Access Small Group- 1.5h

Small Group: of no more than 15 people.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Entrance ticket: to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace
Special Arena Floor Access: 1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the Arena floor

Ticket with Arena + Audioguide

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 App: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide

Arena Access Group - 1.5h

Group : of no more than 24 people.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Entrance ticket: to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace
Special Arena Floor Access : 1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the Arena floor

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

Arena Access, Small Group -3h

Special Access to Arena Floor: 3h Guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 15 people.

Arena Floor Access Group -3h

Guided tour : of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 25 people.
Duration: 3 hours
Special Arena Floor Access: Colosseum & Ancient Rome Small Group Guided Tour with Special Arena Access and ticket to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Arena Access Semi Private- 3h

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.
Semi Private with Arena Access: Colosseum & Ancient Rome Guided Tour with Special Arena Access and ticket to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Colosseum Semi-Private 3h

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

Arena Access Semi Private-1.5h

Semi Private : of no more than 10 people.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Entrance ticket: to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace
Special Arena Floor Access: 1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the Arena floor

Colosseum Small Group- 3h

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.

Tickets with Audioguide App

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 App: Explore Rome’s birthplace and uncover its history with a multilingual audio guide

Reviews

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23,876 reviews

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Great Storyteller of 3000 history in 3 hours.
10glendas,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
took a tour with Scott S fr Pennsylvania. he is an excellent, very qualified guide. excellent knowledge of Roman Forums, Palatine Hill and Colosseum, This is my second time here and I have learned a lit doing this. He has a great sense of humor too. I would take another tour with him again.
Amazing tour
saraalostath,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Scott is the best It was my first time in rome and he made it so special and smooth 2000 years of history in 3 hours Amazing tour
Rome
robert s,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sam was above and beyond We enjoyed 3 hours of his knowledge and learnt so much about our tour Highly recommend He was open to questions and was so passionate with his responses
Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Forum 21 January
Ben R,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Brilliant tour, Sam our guide was incredible, he really made the tour worthwhile, so much knowledge. Highly recommended!
Colloseum
Robert S,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative and a pleasure to meet Sam was excelkent His interaction with the group was brilliant Learnt so much
Good one!!
pavisj,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a fantastic experience with Scott and the flair with which he took us through the story of Rome was quite enthralling!
Amazing tour highly recommend
adaoinc,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour, fast access to all sites included! Scott was a brilliant tour guide and so knowledgeable, would highly recommend
Colosseum and Roman Forum Tour with Gabriel
sylview302,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gabriel was our licensed guide for the tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum in Rome. He spoke accent-free American English, and kept the tour lively with his wit. Most importantly for my hearing-impaired wife, he always kept her close by so she could understand him. Gabriel did an outstanding job making us feel we were there, as if we were grabbing weapons and about to charge into the Colosseum to do battle to the cheers of the crowds. Despite the crowds of tourists, he kept our group together as we toured both the Colosseum and the Forum.
Excellent
anamariah890,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Leaving Rome tour with Alessandro driver. It was great, friendly, good driver, good professional Recommended lunch in Giordi flower market. A 10 Thank you. Thank you.
Love to visit again
kongjarik,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was my second visit in landmark, I feel like a home environment THANKS TO MANAGER HARI AND STAFF SUMAN for make us feel comfortable

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