Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Audio Guided Tour

3.9 (32 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration2h - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with our audio-guided tour.
We offer a way to visit one of the most important archaeological areas in the world, the Colosseum, a symbol of the Roman Empire, independently, with a audio-guided tour and ticket. Book the option to visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a audio-guided tour (an audio guide in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanish with 44 points of interest), conveniently downloadable to your smartphone, including a ticket.
Discover the history of the Romans and their most important monuments with a audio-guided tour and a ticket to Ancient Rome.
Your audio guide will engage you with captivating tales of the spectacular events in the Colosseum and the incredible history of Rome and its most iconic monuments, all included in your ticket.

What's included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Multilingual AudioGuide APP in English, Chinese, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish
  • Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Insured tickets with full refund guaranteed! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the experience.
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Gratuities/Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Mobile Device/Smarrphone Headphones

What to expect

  1. Colosseum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    As you walk inside the Colosseum, you will begin to feel the magnitude of where you are. Exploring the ground floor level and up to the second tier, your guide will recreate the past, with stories of epic battles, painting pictures in your mind, bringing to life the walls surrounding you.

    Learn about the types of games and ferocious battles that the Romans enjoyed the most. See where the emperor would be perched, high above the arena floor, ready to decide the fate of another gladiator as he stood before a roaring Roman crowd. Along with providing you with expert knowledge, your guide will also point out the best places to capture that perfect picture during your tour, as you tour the circumference of the Colosseum.
  2. Palatine Hill
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Explore the historic Palatine Hill at your own pace with a convenient audio guide. Delve into the stories of emperors and early Rome while enjoying the flexibility of a self-guided experience.
  3. Roman Forum
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Immerse yourself in the past with a self-guided audio tour of the Roman Forum. Uncover the stories behind the temples, basilicas, and public spaces that once defined the center of the Roman Empire.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet our staff at our Travel Agency at Via Labicana, 96 (300 meters from the Colosseum entrance). Our staff will give you the Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum tickets and the QR code to download the audioguide app on your SmartPhone.

End point

TOURS ALWAYS END IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE COLOSSEUM AND ROMAN FORUM

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
  • You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
  • Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
  • It is recommended to bring a charged smartphone and, if possible, headphones to better listen to the audio guide.
  • Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
  • Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
  • The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
  • 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.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult and Pets are not allowed inside the venue
  • The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
  • If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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