Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour in Rome
by Italy Wonders SRLS
Choose from 7 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.€99.80Overview
This guided tour in Rome lasts about two and a half hours and includes special access to the Colosseum’s Arena floor through the Gladiator’s entrance. Visitors spend about an hour exploring the Colosseum’s underground, arena, and first and second levels while learning about its construction and history. The tour then continues to Palatine Hill, where guests walk among the remains of imperial residences and enjoy views over the city for around 45 minutes. Finally, the guide leads the group through the Roman Forum for about 45 minutes, showing the ruins that once served as the political, commercial, and social heart of ancient Rome, including the tomb of Julius Caesar. The tour includes a reservation fee and skip-the-line pre-purchased tickets for the Colosseum and, if selected, entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. A professional guide leads the tour except when the audioguide option is chosen. Participants must carry valid identification matching their booking names to enter. The tour involves walking on uneven paths and steps, so comfortable flat shoes are recommended. During July and August, the tour duration is reduced to two hours due to heat. Metal detector screening is required for all visitors, and large bags or prohibited items are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The visit starts at the Colosseum where guests enter through the Gladiator’s entrance. The tour covers the arena floor, the underground area, and the first and second levels. Visitors learn about the structure’s Roman engineering, including its use of concrete, arches, and elevators. The Colosseum could seat 50,000 spectators.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Next, the group walks to Palatine Hill, known as the birthplace of the Roman Empire. Here visitors see the remains of imperial palaces and gardens. The site offers views over the city and insight into the lives of emperors such as Augustus and Nero.
45 min
Roman Forum
The tour ends with a walk through the Roman Forum, which was the center of public, commercial, and political life in ancient Rome. Highlights include the ruins of Julius Caesar’s Temple, where he was cremated, and the House of the Vestal Virgins, where priestesses maintained Rome’s sacred flame.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1. You will find our staff wearing a light blue vest with our logos. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The tour cannot be joined in case of delays.
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 with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour in Rome
by Italy Wonders SRLS
Choose from 7 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.€99.80Overview
This guided tour in Rome lasts about two and a half hours and includes special access to the Colosseum’s Arena floor through the Gladiator’s entrance. Visitors spend about an hour exploring the Colosseum’s underground, arena, and first and second levels while learning about its construction and history. The tour then continues to Palatine Hill, where guests walk among the remains of imperial residences and enjoy views over the city for around 45 minutes. Finally, the guide leads the group through the Roman Forum for about 45 minutes, showing the ruins that once served as the political, commercial, and social heart of ancient Rome, including the tomb of Julius Caesar. The tour includes a reservation fee and skip-the-line pre-purchased tickets for the Colosseum and, if selected, entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. A professional guide leads the tour except when the audioguide option is chosen. Participants must carry valid identification matching their booking names to enter. The tour involves walking on uneven paths and steps, so comfortable flat shoes are recommended. During July and August, the tour duration is reduced to two hours due to heat. Metal detector screening is required for all visitors, and large bags or prohibited items are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The visit starts at the Colosseum where guests enter through the Gladiator’s entrance. The tour covers the arena floor, the underground area, and the first and second levels. Visitors learn about the structure’s Roman engineering, including its use of concrete, arches, and elevators. The Colosseum could seat 50,000 spectators.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Next, the group walks to Palatine Hill, known as the birthplace of the Roman Empire. Here visitors see the remains of imperial palaces and gardens. The site offers views over the city and insight into the lives of emperors such as Augustus and Nero.
45 min
Roman Forum
The tour ends with a walk through the Roman Forum, which was the center of public, commercial, and political life in ancient Rome. Highlights include the ruins of Julius Caesar’s Temple, where he was cremated, and the House of the Vestal Virgins, where priestesses maintained Rome’s sacred flame.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1. You will find our staff wearing a light blue vest with our logos. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The tour cannot be joined in case of delays.
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.