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Rome: Colosseum, Forum, & Palatine Hill Guided Imperial Tour

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Enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors and journey back to Imperial Rome on a guided tour.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Entry & guided tour of the Colosseum
    • Entry to the Colosseum Arena (if option selected)
    • Entry & guided tour of the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
    • Headset and radios to hear better your tour guide.
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Gaze at the majestic Colosseum's facade & learn about its story from your guide
  • Discover one of the Roman Empire's most impressive and iconic structures
  • Enjoy stunning panoramic views from the Emperor's Palace on Palatine Hill
  • Learn about emperors, gladiators, Roman life, and more with your guide
  • Upgrade to include access to the Colosseum Arena for a complete visit

Description

Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a guided tour. Opt to include the Colosseum Arena to complete your exploration of Rome's majestic imperial past.

After meeting your guide, discover the Colosseum, a grand amphitheater showcasing ancient Roman engineering marvels. Feel the Roman Empire come to life as your guide shares stories of gladiator fights, sea battles, wild animal hunts, and events that lasted up to 100 days.

On this tour, you'll also explore with your guide the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, often a favorite part for many visitors. Wander through these open-air museums where Rome's legends lived and made history in the city's ancient political, commercial, and religious center.

Admire the spectacular views from the Emperor's Palace, and hear tales and legends about the founding of Rome, with included headsets guaranteeing that you'll be able to hear your guide.

Good to know before you go
  • In July and August, the guided tour lasts 2 hours.
  • You can change the names on the reservation up to 72 hours before the tour starts.
  • All participants must pass security checks before entering the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Expect longer waiting times during the high season.
  • Tours run rain or shine. Guides will make sure you have a great experience, no matter the forecast.
  • The visiting order may change due to internal arrangements at the Colosseum.
Meeting point

Tour with English Guide

Tour with Italian Guide

Tour with German Guide

Tour with Spanish Guide

Tour with French Guide

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Small German Guided Tour

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Small French Guided Tour

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Small Spanish Guided Tour

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Small English Guided Tour

Tour with French Guide and Arena Access

Tour with Italian Guide and Arena Access

Tour with German Guide and Arena Access

Tour with Spanish Guide and Arena Access

Tour with English Guide and Arena Access

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Small Italian Guided Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Children
    6-17 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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