Rome

Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Rome, Italy
Rome Colosseum Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

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  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Benefit of easy access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill during this tour of the sights in ancient Rome. With a guide, head into the Colosseum to walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians as tales of the brutal games ring in your ears. Stroll amid the ruins of the Roman Forum, then discover layers of Roman history on Palatine Hill.
  • Hassle-fee access to ancient Rome and the Colosseum
  • Exclusive access to the Colosseum arena (if option is chosen)
  • Walk along the Colosseum tiers and learn about the gladiators
  • Discover the temples and monuments of the Roman Forum
  • Hear tales of ancient Rome and the Renaissance on Palatine Hill

What's Included

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Entrance
  • Official Professional Guide and Passionate Storytelling (only if the guided tour option selected)
  • Audio Equipment to Hear the Guide Clearly (only if the guided tour option selected)
  • Colosseum with Arena Access (Only if Option Selected)
  • Assistance from the Office
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Please note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible

Meeting and Pickup

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End point

  • Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Ticket Redemption Points

  • Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
  • Via della Polveriera, 8, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    • What To Expect

    Meet your guide and head to the Colosseum, you get into the famous site quickly and efficiently. Put on an audio headset for easy listening and spend the next 90 minutes learning about the history of the amphitheater from your guide as you visit the first and second levels.

    Then head over to the Roman Forum for the second part of your tour, enhanced with live commentary from your guide. After around 45 minutes exploring the forum, head up to Palatine Hill, the final stop on your tour. Wrap up your tour exploring the ruins and learning about how Rome was founded.

    Colosseum

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Foro Romano

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Palatine Hill

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
    • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
    • It is forbidden to bring inside the Colosseum: glass, sharp objects, alcohol, spray.
    • Terms and conditions of this tour activity are clearly reported on the reservation voucher.
    • Pets are not allowed.
    • In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours and a half.
    • By booking our guided tour, you acknowledge and accept the Colosseum entrance ticket fees: €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included, along with a Colosseum reservation fee of €2 per person. Admission is free for children under 18. Please note that the fees mentioned above cover the Colosseum entry, while the remaining cost of the experience includes services such as skilled licensed guides, headsets, booking fees, and additional tour amenities. We aim to ensure transparency, providing a clear understanding of the cost breakdown so you can fully appreciate the value of our guided experience.
    • The order of the tour is subject to internal arrangements at the Colosseum, we highly suggest you to contact us for any question.
    • Kindly note that late arrivals may not be guaranteed access.
    • Please note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

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    Great tour but long!
    Maree_T, Jan 2025
    Tour guide was fabulous- really knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The tour is long. 3 hours not allowed to take any food or drinks into the colosseum ( nowhere to buy anything) we had to abandon tour a bit early so missed the forum and Palatine Hill due to Hangry children. We had a few people in our group who asked lots of questions which made the tour longer. Would probably recommend a head set guided tour with children or easily bored teens so you can manage your time to suit yourselves.
    Fabulous Tour
    Alicia_K, Jan 2025
    Our guide Ilaria was an incredible resource — her enthusiasm for Roman history was evident from start to finish. She answered everyone’s questions and made the tour so fun for everyone. I would highly recommend the small group tour. It was fantastic!
    Excellent experience and information
    Isabelle_C, Jan 2025
    Fabulous tour and tour guide! Marianna was an excellent tour guide and very passionate. Easy entry into Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Be prepared to walk!
    Little time in Colosseum
    John_H, Jan 2025
    Tour should end in Colosseum. We had a short time in Colosseum and got no time to view exhibits or gift shop. This tour is organised the wrong way around and rushed.
    Ray
    Raymond_H, Jan 2025
    Luana our tour guide was excellent. She provided a wealth of information on the history of Rome to include the Amphitheatre, origin of the Palentine Hill, and the Roman forum. We were able to pause in order to take it all in as well as take amazing photos especially in the Amphitheatre. Recommend this skip the line guided tour.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Raymond, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Luana. She takes great pride in sharing the rich history of Rome, and it’s fantastic to know you appreciated her insights. We’re also glad you had time to pause, take in the sights, and capture some amazing photos. Thank you for recommending our skip-the-line guided tour — we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Rome
    Susan_J, Jan 2025
    A dream holiday. Beautiful city. The Vatican was my favourite. Friendly people who gave us directions. Shopping streets everywhere
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Susan! Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so happy to hear you had a dream holiday and enjoyed the beauty of the city. The Vatican is definitely a highlight, and we're glad you had a great time exploring. It’s wonderful to know you found the people friendly and the shopping streets enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable moments in the future! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    DONT TAKE THIS TOUR
    Heidi_G, Jan 2025
    Fatal, they never told us it was audio guided. Its a scam.... it says guided tour, not audioguided... dont take this tour, u can get a humam guided tour for the same price. Plus u need to present photo ID on these places to come in which THEY NEVER TOLD US EITHER.
    Italy '25
    Leigh_F, Jan 2025
    Complete tour. Very interesting. Gorgeous views, was able to see many different areas. Great for the whole family.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Leigh, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and the beautiful views. We're glad it was a great experience for the whole family. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable adventure! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Amazing tour ! Well worth it
    Alfred_L, Jan 2025
    It could take up to three hours so ensure you’re well hydrated, fed and have gone to the bathroom. I skipped breakfast and did not know this.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Alfred! Thank you for sharing your feedback! We really appreciate you bringing up this important point. We always recommend preparing in advance with food, water, and a bathroom break to ensure a more comfortable experience. We hope that despite this, you still had a great time on the tour. We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Ancient Rome
    debbie_g, Jan 2025
    Saw everything listed on the description and more , we had a lovely guide who was super knowledgeable and very enthusiastic and helpful.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hi Debbie! Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience and that our guide was able to make your time with us memorable. It's always great to know that our team’s enthusiasm and knowledge made a positive impact. We hope to welcome you back soon for another adventure! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Very friendly and...
    DanielEdward_D, Jan 2025
    Very friendly and informative from our tour guide. The duration of the tour was just about right. An excellent experience.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Daniel, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with your guide and that the duration of the tour was just right. It’s always our goal to provide an informative and enjoyable experience, and we're glad we achieved that for you. We hope to welcome you again in the future! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    The coliseum and forum...
    Rita_B, Jan 2025
    The coliseum and forum were magnificent. Very well organized tour. Our guide was excellent. She is an archeologist working on active digs in Rome. She always asked if we had any questions and was very good at keeping the group together.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Rita, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the Colosseum and Forum, and that the tour was well organized. It’s fantastic to know that your guide's expertise as an archaeologist added to the experience, and we’re glad she kept the group engaged and together. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    A fun day in colosseum
    Mylene_V, Jan 2025
    Our tour guide is very into detail of what we have to understand and learn. She give us time to explore and take pictures not rushing us to leave.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Mylene, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that you appreciated the attention to detail from your guide and that you had the time to explore and capture moments without feeling rushed. It's important to us that every guest has a comfortable and enriching experience. We hope to welcome you again soon! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Marta was an excellent...
    Jaime_R, Jan 2025
    Marta was an excellent guide, we learn a lot with her about Roman history. I will recommend this tour.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Jaime! Thank you for your great review! We’re thrilled to hear that Marta provided you with such an insightful experience about Roman history. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re happy you enjoyed the tour. We hope to have the opportunity to guide you again soon! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Tour was good but the colosseum was a BUST! dissapointed
    Michelle_A, Jan 2025
    I booked this tour hoping we would see the Roman Colosseum, and go the other levels but NO. We just entered inside and that was it, it was very dissapointing, however the tour guide was very good and focused more on palatine hill and roman forum.
    A great tour!
    Claudia_J, Jan 2025
    We had an amazing tour with Daniela V. He was great and the tour was well organized and informative! We would recommend this highly!!
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hi Claudia! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience with Daniela V. It’s fantastic to know that the tour was both well-organized and informative. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    The tour
    Noe_C, Jan 2025
    "We opted for a French-speaking tour guide, and he was absolutely fantastic. I’m thinking I may need to study French myself to appreciate the experience even more! The tour itself was wonderful, especially seeing the magnificent Colosseum, which has stood for over 2,000 years. The restoration work is impeccable, allowing you to truly appreciate the grandeur of this ancient structure. The design of the arena, with its central stage and the circular seating surrounding it, was clearly made for a perfect gladiator match. The history of Rome, combined with what I witnessed today, stirred a sense of déjà vu and made me reflect on the past in a deeply personal way.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Noe! Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour with our French-speaking guide and that it enhanced your experience. It's wonderful to hear that the Colosseum’s history and restoration left such a lasting impression on you. We love knowing that the tour allowed you to connect with the past in such a personal way. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable experience! Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Great afternoon tour!
    Bianca_O, Jan 2025
    Paired with a very knowledgeable and friendly guide who was very willing and able to answer all our questions. The 2-hour tour was a perfect amount of time to see the Colosseum and Forum. Would highly recommend!
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello Bianca, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our knowledgeable and friendly guide. It's great to know that the 2-hour tour was the perfect amount of time to explore the Colosseum and Forum. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour. Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    very knowledgeable guide bc abd moving at a good pace
    Kathryn_S, Jan 2025
    Fantastic tour and very informative guide. Long for smaller children but moving around a lot which helps.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hi Kathryn! Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found the guide informative. We understand that longer tours can be a bit much for younger children, but we’re glad that the active pace helped keep things engaging. Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
    Great Guidee & Enjoyable Experience
    Sankar_V, Jan 2025
    Our guide was great, engaged us very well and gave a wonderful experience. There was some confusion with child ticket due to change in rules but they have taken care of it.
    Response from Host, Jan 2025
    Hello, Thank you for your review! We’re so glad to hear that your guide provided a great experience and engaged you throughout the tour. We apologize for any confusion regarding the child ticket, but we're glad to know it was resolved. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you again for another wonderful experience. Kind regards, Fernando Crown Tours
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