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]
Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
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
Colosseum Semi-Private 3h
3h Guided tour of Colosseum: Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 10 people. The access: to the Arena floor is not included.
Arena Access, Small Group -3h
3h Guided tour of Colosseum: Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 15 people. The access:: to the Arena floor is included.
Colosseum Small Group- 3h
3h Guided tour of Colosseum: Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 15 people. Access : to the Arena floor is not included.
Arena Access Semi Private-1.5h
Special Arena Floor Access: 1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the Arena floor Entrance ticket: to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace Semi Private: of no more than 10 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
Arena Floor Access Group -3h
3h Guided tour : of the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 25 people. The access: : to the Arena floor is included.
Arena Access Group - 1.5h
Special Arena Floor Access: 1.5-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the Arena floor Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Entrance ticket: to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, valid for 48 hours, to explore at your own pace Group: of no more than 24 people.
Colosseum Group -3h
3h Guided tour of Colosseum: Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 24 people. The access: to the Arena floor is not included.
Arena Access Semi Private- 3h
3h Guided tour of Colosseum: Arena Floor, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in a group of no more than 10 people. The access: to the Arena floor is included.
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
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
24,409 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative
Carolyn H,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00JG is well informed about the history of Rome and the Colosseum especially. We highly recommend him as your guide.
Just book it and ask for Silvia
mattmV8171EG,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia was amazing. Awesome tour.
The best experience!!
joellend115,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was amazing!!! Our guide was knowledgeable and funny and kind, what a treat!! Was easily our best experience in Rome
Spectacular
Keri E,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was just the right pace to see all the things. Lots of walking, but access was easy, Andriy was the best.
An amazing piece of history!
Garry C,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience of history. Our guide was very informative and I wouldn’t have done it without a guided. all the information that you get from the guide made it more interesting. A lot of walking were comfortable shoes.. there is an elevator to go up, but for some reason, you have to take the stairs to go down. If you have any problems with your knees like I do, it is very hard going down..
Silvia the star!
maddisono477,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia was passionate and incredibly knowledgeable. She was caring, efficient, and sparked curiosity for us as we explored these historic places. Silvia went above and beyond at every corner- such as personally guiding a guest needing to use the elevator at the colosseum and getting our group into a shorter line for security. She made the experience personal- and interactive as she tailored to each guest. She is an archeologist which is such an asset, this role is clearly her passion and something she enjoys doing. I cannot say enough great things about Silvia, this tour, and the way it was organized by CityWonders. Thank you!!
Solid tour and Amy was great.
Michelle C,May 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amy was great, lots of information and made it fun. Felt just a little long but it was our first day in Rome and maybe a little tired. Tour was great though!
Sylvia at city tours is great
SimeonF,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sylvia with city tours was an awesome guide with great energy and knowledge to share. She’s an archeologist with first hand experience of the site and this shone through
Great collesium experience!
N8310HTbrentf,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silvia was wonderful! Super knowledgeable!
It was GREAT
tatiannalvarado,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Silva was a wonderful tour guide! Very friendly, authentic, and funny. She gave lots of interesting historical insight from her profession as an archaeologist. If you want a deeper look into this area, I highly recommend her. Not a very physically taxing tour either. The time was allotted well and we got to see everything.
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