Private Tour of Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

5.0 (2 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and its evolution into one of the most powerful Empires of all time.

Take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. Marvel at the beauty of ancient temples at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and have a bird's eye view over the largest stadium ever built by mankind: the Circus Maximus.

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French Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in French.

English Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in English.

Spanish Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Spanish.

Portuguese Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Portuguese.

German Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in German.

Italian Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Italian.

What's included

  • Entry fees to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Full on-site assistance
  • Optional tips
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance to the Colosseum
  • Entrance to the Circus Maximus

What to expect

  1. Arch of Constantine
    5m
    Start your journey by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the sites of the Roman Forum.
  2. Roman Forum
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Here you will hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem.
  3. Basilica Julia
    5m · Admission ticket included
    Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.
  4. Basilica of Maxentius
    5m · Admission ticket included
    Discover the ruins of the largest building in the Roman Forum
    that became an inspiration for many buildings built afterward, including New York City's former Penn Station.
  5. Arco di Tito
    5m · Admission ticket included
    Marvel at the details of the Arch of Titus that provided the inspiration for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
  6. Temple of Venus and Roma
    5m · Admission ticket included
    Be impressed by the remains of the largest temple in ancient Rome and enjoy the best view of the Colosseum.
  7. Palatine Hill
    35m · Admission ticket included
    Walk the paths of the Roman emperors while visiting the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the foundation of the city: the Palatine Hill. Learn how it later became one of the most exclusive areas of ancient Rome and enjoy breathtaking views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  8. Circo Massimo
    From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a bird's-eye view over what is considered to have been the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus. Let your guide drive your imagination through chariot races, gladiator fights, and the clamor of the public. Learn about the famous Roman Games and travel back in time to a quasi-legendary era before Rome itself and find out the Circus’s foundations in the early myths and Gods.
    Stay in the Archeological Area as long as you wish at the end of your official tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at the green kiosk at street level outside “Colosseo” metro station - Line B (blue line). Look for a member of staff holding a yellow Touriks sign. There’s also an upper floor exit of the metro station; please meet us downstairs. Please arrive 30 minutes before your starting time.

End point

The tour ends inside the Roman Forum.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check
  • Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking
  • Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the same name provided at the time of booking for a successful entry
  • You will need to pass through strict and mandatory security checks to enter the Roman Forum. Expect to wait 5 to 30 minutes to clear the security checks depending on the season
  • Animals are not permitted
  • Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes

Cancellation policy

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

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