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Rome: Colosseum Arena, Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

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About the activity

Explore the wonders of ancient Rome on a guided tour with entry tickets included. Gain fast-track access to the Colosseum and Arena, explore the Roman Forum, and ascend Palatine Hill.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 5 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, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Guide
    • Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill entry
    • Colosseum Arena access
    • Headsets to hear the guide well
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Walk in the footsteps of gladiators as you stand on the Colosseum's arena floor
  • Be in the very spot where battles once raged before big crowds of spectators
  • Explore the Roman Forum's ancient ruins of and learn the city’s ancient history
  • Climb up Palatine Hill to admire the villas and views over Rome from above
  • Avoid waiting in long lines to purchase tickets with fast-track entry tickets

Description

Immerse yourself in the history of ancient Rome on a guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Enjoy the company of a guide in the language of your choice, who will bring these sites to life and answer all of your questions.

Begin your tour by skipping the ticket lines to enter the iconic Colosseum. With special access to the arena floor, walk through the Gladiator’s Gate and stand where they once fought. See the arena dungeons and learn about this monument from your guide.

Continue to the Roman Forum, the social, political, and religious hub of ancient Rome. Be transported back in time as you admire the ruins, and listen to stories of political treachery and drama. Discover the House of the Vestal Virgins, the Temple of Saturn, and more.

To complete your experience, climb Palatine Hill, believed to be where the city was founded. See the area that was once the richest neighborhood in the city. Admire the remains of villas, and see views across the entire city.

Good to know before you go
  • Complete names of all individuals are required. Entry cannot be guaranteed for bookings with incomplete information
  • This activity requires you to be present 20 minutes before the advertised start time: please book your time slot accordingly
  • There may be a queue to enter the Colosseum due to security checks
  • Please bring a baby carrier instead of a stroller as the tour includes numerous stairs
  • This tour runs in all weather conditions
  • The meeting time is subject to change, and you will receive a phone call or text in any case
  • No refund will be issued for late arrivals
  • In bad weather conditions, the arena floor may be closed without prior notice. In these cases, refunds cannot be provided
Meeting point

English Group Tour

Spanish Group Tour

German Group Tour

French Group Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 5 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
    3-17 years
  • Infants
    0-2 years
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