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Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Ancient Tour

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About the activity

Step inside the Colosseum with a licensed guide and choose between a quick highlights tour or a complete Ancient Rome experience including the Roman Forum.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a 50% 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, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    1-2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Colosseum entry
    • Palatine Hill entry
    • Roman Forum entry (if option selected)
    • Tour guide
    • Headphones to hear the guide better
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • See some of Rome's iconic sites like the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Learn about the ruins of imperial palaces with a knowledgeable guide
  • Explore the first and second rings of the Colosseum
  • Stroll through the ruins and know about the famous Roman Empire
  • Immerse yourself in history while visiting the Arches of Titus and Constantine

Description

Travel back in time and discover the wonders of Ancient Rome on a guided tour of the Colosseum. Choose between a complete experience that also includes the Roman Forum or a shorter Colosseum-only tour, both led by a licensed professional guide.

Begin your journey exploring the Colosseum, one of the world's most iconic monuments. Walk through its first and second levels while learning about the gladiatorial games, the engineering brilliance of the Roman Empire, and the fascinating stories of the spectators, emperors, and warriors who once filled this extraordinary amphitheater.

If you've selected the extended tour, continue into the Roman Forum, the political, religious, and commercial heart of Ancient Rome. Stroll among ancient temples, basilicas, triumphal arches, and the remains of imperial palaces while your guide reveals the events that shaped one of history's greatest civilizations.

Admire landmarks such as the Arch of Titus and enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the Roman Forum, where centuries of Roman history unfold before your eyes. Throughout the experience, your licensed guide will bring the ruins to life with engaging stories, historical insights, and fascinating anecdotes, making this the perfect introduction to Ancient Rome.

Good to know before you go
  • Ensure that the names provided match the IDs of all participants, including children. If the names do not match, entry to the Colosseum will be denied. For minors, note that they must be 17 years old or younger on the day of the activity. It's essential to bring a valid ID (either physical or digital) to access.
  • The visit may begin either at the first entrance of the Colosseum or at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • The meeting time may change; you'll get a call or message if it does
  • There may be a queue to enter the Colosseum due to security checks
  • The Ancient Rome tour involves steps and a lot of walking on uneven paths, especially in the Roman Forum. We highly suggest flat, comfortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.
  • Please note that refunds cannot be issued for late arrivals or no-shows.
  • By booking, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
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Tour in Portuguese

Express Colosseum Tour w/o Forum and Palatine in English

Express Colosseum Tour w/o Forum and Palatine in Spanish

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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 50% 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
    5-17 years
  • Infants
    0-4 years
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