Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

The Roman Forum from the terrace of Palatine Hill

The Temple of Venus inside the Roman Forum

Duration1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

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.

Options

Private Tour in French

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in French.

Italian Tour

Italian tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Italian

French Tour

French tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in French

Private Tour in Portuguese

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Portuguese.

Private Tour in Italian

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Italian

Spanish Tour

Spanish tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Spanish

German Tour

German tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in German

Private Tour in German

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in German

Private Tour in English

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in English

Portuguese Tour

Portuguese tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Portuguese

English Tour

English tour: This option is for a 90-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in English

Private Tour in Spanish

Private Tour: This option is for a 90-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Spanish

What's included

Live professional guide
Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
Entrance fees to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Entrance to the Colosseum
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance to the Circus Maximus

What to expect

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.
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. 

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Circo Massimo
Pass by

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

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes
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
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
Animals are not permitted
You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check
Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside

Cancellation policy

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

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