Rome Ancient Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Walking Tour
by Rome Walkers
Choose from 4 available options
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✓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.€108Overview
Rome's Colosseum stands as the largest amphitheater built in ancient times, serving as the main site on this guided walking tour. The tour lasts about 2 hours and 45 minutes and begins with entry to the Colosseum, where the guide provides live commentary while visitors explore the first-floor areas and learn about its history, architecture, and the gladiatorial games held there. After the Colosseum, the group walks to Palatine Hill to see the ruins of imperial palaces and the remains of the earliest Roman settlements. The guide explains the hill's strategic location and its significance as the site chosen by Romulus for founding Rome. The tour continues downhill to the Roman Forum, the political and social center of ancient Rome. Visitors hear about the important temples, basilicas, and government buildings that once stood there. The guide narrates the role of the forum in Roman political life and how it shaped Roman society. The tour includes entrance tickets and reservation fees for all three sites, along with headsets for clear audio throughout the walk.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheatre, is the largest entertainment venue ever built. Constructed between 72 and 80 AD on orders of Emperor Vespasian, it was made from over one million tons of travertine, marble, and cement. The guide explains its history, architecture, and the gladiatorial games that lasted about five centuries. The inauguration games in 80 AD lasted 100 days with gladiators and animals brought from across the Roman Empire for public shows.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill is considered the birthplace of Rome, founded in 753 BC by Romulus. Archaeological findings show settlements dating back to the Bronze Age. The hill was chosen for its central position and strategic advantages like defense and flood protection. Visitors see remains of imperial palaces and the homes of Roman kings and emperors.
45 min
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum was the heart of ancient Rome, an open plaza surrounded by important temples, basilicas, and political buildings. It served as the center for political discussions, business, and justice administration. The guide describes key structures such as the Senate house and temples, explaining their significance in shaping Roman political and social life.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is near the second-floor exit of the Colosseum metro station, in front of the entrance to the primary school Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and bring an ID with you
Languages
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Rome Ancient Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Walking Tour
by Rome Walkers
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.€108Overview
Rome's Colosseum stands as the largest amphitheater built in ancient times, serving as the main site on this guided walking tour. The tour lasts about 2 hours and 45 minutes and begins with entry to the Colosseum, where the guide provides live commentary while visitors explore the first-floor areas and learn about its history, architecture, and the gladiatorial games held there. After the Colosseum, the group walks to Palatine Hill to see the ruins of imperial palaces and the remains of the earliest Roman settlements. The guide explains the hill's strategic location and its significance as the site chosen by Romulus for founding Rome. The tour continues downhill to the Roman Forum, the political and social center of ancient Rome. Visitors hear about the important temples, basilicas, and government buildings that once stood there. The guide narrates the role of the forum in Roman political life and how it shaped Roman society. The tour includes entrance tickets and reservation fees for all three sites, along with headsets for clear audio throughout the walk.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheatre, is the largest entertainment venue ever built. Constructed between 72 and 80 AD on orders of Emperor Vespasian, it was made from over one million tons of travertine, marble, and cement. The guide explains its history, architecture, and the gladiatorial games that lasted about five centuries. The inauguration games in 80 AD lasted 100 days with gladiators and animals brought from across the Roman Empire for public shows.
60 min
Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill is considered the birthplace of Rome, founded in 753 BC by Romulus. Archaeological findings show settlements dating back to the Bronze Age. The hill was chosen for its central position and strategic advantages like defense and flood protection. Visitors see remains of imperial palaces and the homes of Roman kings and emperors.
45 min
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum was the heart of ancient Rome, an open plaza surrounded by important temples, basilicas, and political buildings. It served as the center for political discussions, business, and justice administration. The guide describes key structures such as the Senate house and temples, explaining their significance in shaping Roman political and social life.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is near the second-floor exit of the Colosseum metro station, in front of the entrance to the primary school Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and bring an ID with you
Languages
Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.