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Rome: Colosseum Tour with Priority Entry to Forum & Palatine

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Discover Rome’s ancient wonders with fast-track entry on a guided Colosseum tour, followed by exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Ideal for small, exclusive groups of up to 12 people.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours 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.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    1.5-2 hours
  • Includes
    • Colosseum entry ticket
    • Guide in the Colosseum
    • Roman Forum entry
    • Palatine Hill entry
    • Guide in the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (private tour option only)
    • Headsets for a better audio experience
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Scopri la storia del Colosseo
  • Impara da una guida esperta e ricca di informazioni
  • Ammira l'arena del Colosseo e il piano interrato dalla terrazza panoramica
  • Fermati nell'area centrale del Foro Romano

Description

Guided Tour of the Colosseum with Fast-Track Entry & Local Guide

Experience the Colosseum like never before with fast-track entry and an expert local guide. Skip the long lines and dive straight into the heart of Ancient Rome’s most iconic monument.

Upon arrival, you’ll meet your guide, a passionate local historian with deep knowledge of the Colosseum’s rich history. With your fast-track tickets, you’ll bypass the usual long wait and head straight to the entrance, giving you more time to explore this magnificent amphitheater.

Inside the Colosseum:

Once inside, your guide will transport you back in time, sharing the stories of gladiators, emperors, and epic battles that once took place in this grand arena. You’ll hear about the spectacles that attracted crowds of up to 50,000 people, from fierce gladiatorial combat to naval reenactments.

Your guide will lead you through the Colosseum’s multiple levels, explaining the incredible engineering behind the structure. You’ll learn about the underground chambers where gladiators prepared for battle, as well as the upper levels where spectators once watched the events unfold.

Throughout the tour, the guide will share fascinating details about the Colosseum’s construction, its historical significance, and the remarkable feats of architecture that made it the largest amphitheater in the Roman Empire.

Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (Optional Extension):

If your tour includes an extension, you’ll also have the chance to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, key archaeological sites just a short walk from the Colosseum. Here, you’ll see the remains of the ancient city center, including temples, basilicas, and the political heart of ancient Rome. Your guide will explain how this area once served as the pulse of Roman life and politics.

End of Tour:

The tour will conclude with a deeper understanding of the Colosseum’s legacy. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the grandeur of Ancient Rome, armed with insights only a local guide can provide.

Good to know before you go
  • Security Checks
  • All visitors must go through a security check before entry. During busy times, a queue may form. This is unavoidable and not the tour operator's responsibility. The start time may be delayed.
  • Weather Conditions
  • The tour runs regardless of the weather, but some areas of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill may be closed in bad weather.
  • Itinerary Variations
  • The tour itinerary may change. Sometimes it starts at the Colosseum and ends at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Other times, it may start at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and end inside the Colosseum.
  • Non-Transferable Tickets
  • Tickets are personal and cannot be resold or transferred. They must be used by the people who originally booked them.
  • No External Guides
  • You cannot book a tour to use your own guide. Only authorized guides from the supplier can lead the tour.
  • Identity Verification
  • The name on the ticket must match the name on your ID.
Meeting point

Rome: Colosseum Guided Tour, Forum & Palatine Hill Entry

Private Tour of Ancient Rome:Colosseum,Forum & Palatine Hill

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours 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. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. 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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