Colosseum Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

5.0 (4 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with an expert guide on a skip-the-line semi-private tour. Discover gladiator history, ancient ruins, and panoramic views while enjoying a more personal and immersive Ancient Rome experience beyond standard entry tickets.

What's included

  • Entry to Palatine Hill
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Professional licensed English-speaking guide
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Entry to Roman Forum
  • Entry to the Colosseum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and beverages

What to expect

  1. Colosseum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Dive into the ancient history of the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, one of the greatest architectural achievements of Ancient Rome. Explore the first and second levels with your guide while learning about gladiatorial contests, Roman engineering, and the emperors who built this iconic monument. Situated just east of the Roman Forum, the Colosseum remains a symbol of Rome’s imperial past.
  2. Roman Forum
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Continue into the political and social center of ancient Rome. Walk through the ruins of temples, basilicas, and government buildings as your guide brings the Roman Empire to life.
  3. Palatine Hill
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Finish your tour on Palatine Hill, one of Rome’s seven hills and legendary birthplace of the city. Explore imperial palace ruins while enjoying panoramic views over the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at the Arch of Constantine, located between the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Your guide will be holding an Uncle Sam Tours sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.

End point

Please meet your guide at the Arch of Constantine, located between the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Your guide will be holding an Uncle Sam Tours sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All participants must provide the full name of each participant at the time of booking and bring a valid ID card (passport or national ID) on the day of the tour.
  • For security reasons, knives and other sharp objects or prohibited items are not permitted inside the Colosseum. Please ensure you do not bring these items with you.
  • For your comfort and safety, we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, as the tour includes walking across historical grounds.

Cancellation policy

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

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