Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Group Tour

Explore, learn and discover this wonder of the world

Duration1h - 3h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

Experience Ancient Rome like never before with a comprehensive tour of the city’s most sought-after sites. This group tour offers unbeatable value, combining speedy access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with expert guidance, all in just 3 hours.

We’ll begin inside the world-famous Colosseum, where you’ll enjoy above-the-arena-views while your licensed guide brings the arena’s epic past to life with gripping stories of gladiators, emperors, and ingenious Roman engineering.

Next up is Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to its most extravagant imperial palaces. Then, we’ll head into the Roman Forum, once the vibrant centre of political power, religious life, and daily activity in ancient Rome.

With a relaxed pace and time to ask questions and engage with each site, this tour offers a comfortable, enriching experience at the best price. What are you waiting for? Book now, spots are limited.

Options

Small-Group Colosseum Tour

Small Group Colosseum tour with a maximum of 12 people, Arena Floor access, and visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.
Duration: 3 hours
Starting point:
Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Colosseum Tour

Explore Rome’s Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a guided group tour with free time included.
Duration: 3 hours
Starting point:
Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Walking Tour - External Visit

External visit of the Colosseum only – NO ENTRY; uncover Rome’s history and ruins on a 1.5-hour evening walking tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starting point:
Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

What's included

Faster access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum (if option selected)
Guided group tour of Ancient Rome at a relaxed, comfortable pace
Colosseum entry ticket and reservation fee included (€20 total value)
This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
Headphones provided for clear audio throughout the tour
Local, expert guide and historian

Walking Tour (External Visit) does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
Arena access is not included in any of the options.

What to expect

Colosseum
1h · Admission ticket included

Walk in the path of Rome's famous Gladiators and discover the magic of the Colosseum. You will explore this incredible ancient stadium with your local, expert guide, who will bring the stadium to life before your eyes. Prepare to learn its amazing history in detail and uncover its many secrets.

*Please note we will start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on the time of tickets we can purchase.*
Palatine Hill
30m · Admission ticket included

The most beautiful and important of Rome's seven hills is the Palatine Hill. Discover the founding point of one of the greatest civilisations and explore the ancient ruins of the Imperial palace; let our guides unveil this spectacular archaeological site where the ruins, towering pine trees and spectacular views over the Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum give you an overview of the ancient city like no other. It's truly an incredible experience.
Roman Forum
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

The political, social, and commercial heart of downtown Rome is not to be missed! Walk the original Roman roads (the via sacra and via nova) and weave between ornate arches, towering temples, and lots more! Although there is less than half of the forum complete today, let our guides do the work and fill in the blanks for you, helping you to build a picture of the empire at its peak.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, just above the Colosseo Metro station, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. If near the Colosseum, enter the metro station and take the stairs up.

Meeting point

Please meet us in front of the Arch of Constantine. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Your guide will be holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Arrive 10 minutes early. Late arrivals are not eligible for refunds.

End point

The tour may end inside of Colosseum depending on tickets where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring it.

End point

The tour will finish in the Roman Forum where you will be left to either leave or explore the Roman Forum more.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Walking Tour (External Visit) does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
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.
Each traveller 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.

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.

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