Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour in Rome
by Carpe Diem Tours
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€138Overview
Rome's Colosseum stands as a vast ancient amphitheater where gladiators once fought before large crowds. This guided walking tour lasts about three hours and covers the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with an expert historian leading a small group. The tour usually starts in the Colosseum, where the guide explains the structure’s design, the gladiatorial games, and the social roles of spectators. Participants can choose an option to enter the arena floor for a closer view. Afterward, the group moves to Palatine Hill, known as Rome’s founding site, where visitors see ruins of imperial palaces amid pine trees and views of the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum. The final stop is the Roman Forum, which was the center of Roman political and commercial life. Walking the main streets, visitors see remains of temples, the Senate House, and the Rostra platform. The guide shares information about historical figures like Romulus and Julius Caesar to help explain the importance of the area. The tour includes entry tickets and headphones for clear commentary. Food and drinks are not provided, and arena floor access requires an extra fee if not selected. The group size is kept small to allow comfort and interaction. The itinerary order may change depending on ticket availability.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The tour covers the Colosseum where visitors learn about gladiators, the structure’s engineering, and ancient Roman entertainment customs. The guide discusses the social status of spectators and the types of events held. Depending on ticket availability, the group may start here or at the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill is one of Rome’s key historic hills and the reputed birthplace of the city. The guide shows the ruins of the Imperial Palace surrounded by pine trees, with views overlooking the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum.
30 min
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum was the center of Roman political, social, and commercial life. Visitors walk along the Via Sacra and Via Nova, passing arches and temple ruins. The Senate House and the Rostra platform, where laws were made and speeches delivered, are highlighted. The guide shares stories about Romulus and Julius Caesar and explains the significance of the remaining ruins.
45 min
Meeting point
Please meet your guide in front of the Arch of Constantine. They will be holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour start time. Late arrivals unfortunately cannot be refunded.
End point
The tour will either finish in the Roman Forum or the Colosseum, depending on which monument we start with, where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring the area.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour in Rome
by Carpe Diem Tours
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€138Overview
Rome's Colosseum stands as a vast ancient amphitheater where gladiators once fought before large crowds. This guided walking tour lasts about three hours and covers the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with an expert historian leading a small group. The tour usually starts in the Colosseum, where the guide explains the structure’s design, the gladiatorial games, and the social roles of spectators. Participants can choose an option to enter the arena floor for a closer view. Afterward, the group moves to Palatine Hill, known as Rome’s founding site, where visitors see ruins of imperial palaces amid pine trees and views of the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum. The final stop is the Roman Forum, which was the center of Roman political and commercial life. Walking the main streets, visitors see remains of temples, the Senate House, and the Rostra platform. The guide shares information about historical figures like Romulus and Julius Caesar to help explain the importance of the area. The tour includes entry tickets and headphones for clear commentary. Food and drinks are not provided, and arena floor access requires an extra fee if not selected. The group size is kept small to allow comfort and interaction. The itinerary order may change depending on ticket availability.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The tour covers the Colosseum where visitors learn about gladiators, the structure’s engineering, and ancient Roman entertainment customs. The guide discusses the social status of spectators and the types of events held. Depending on ticket availability, the group may start here or at the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill is one of Rome’s key historic hills and the reputed birthplace of the city. The guide shows the ruins of the Imperial Palace surrounded by pine trees, with views overlooking the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum.
30 min
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum was the center of Roman political, social, and commercial life. Visitors walk along the Via Sacra and Via Nova, passing arches and temple ruins. The Senate House and the Rostra platform, where laws were made and speeches delivered, are highlighted. The guide shares stories about Romulus and Julius Caesar and explains the significance of the remaining ruins.
45 min
Meeting point
Please meet your guide in front of the Arch of Constantine. They will be holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour start time. Late arrivals unfortunately cannot be refunded.
End point
The tour will either finish in the Roman Forum or the Colosseum, depending on which monument we start with, where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring the area.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.