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
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
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 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
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 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 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.
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
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 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
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.
Reviews
23,884 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Couples Rome trip
alexdD9937EB,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great overview of the colosseum, Roman forum and associated historical landmarks. Would highly recommend as there's so much to see it's hard to do it all and learn the history without a tour guide.
A wonderful experience
Dusan M,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be prepared for a fair bit of walking on uneven and hilly terrain with steps , but in the end informative, entertaining and a joyful experience.
Brilliant tour guide
E9705TAnickk,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria Luisa, the guide, was brilliant. Very knowledgeable giving in depth information of each location. The length of the tour was very comfortable with sufficient rest stops.
Perfect
Nawaf A,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The woman was very great and kind and very thy❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Visit to Rome
Davide C,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful this experience is a nice experience because you see the Colosseum. Very nice hotels and a nice view
Great Storyteller of 3000 history in 3 hours.
10glendas,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00took 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
5.00Scott 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
5.00Sam 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
5.00Brilliant 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
5.00Very informative and a pleasure to meet Sam was excelkent His interaction with the group was brilliant Learnt so much
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