Rome Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
by City Walkers Tours
Choose from 5 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
This guided group tour in Rome lasts about two and a half hours and covers the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. The tour begins with entry to the Colosseum, where the guide explains its history and architecture. This large amphitheater was started by Emperor Vespasian in 72 AD and completed by Titus in 80 AD. Visitors spend about one hour exploring the Colosseum’s structure. Next, the group moves to the Roman Forum, a central plaza surrounded by ruins of important government buildings. Once a marketplace called Forum Magnum, the site offers insight into daily life in ancient Rome. The visit here lasts approximately 45 minutes. The final stop is Palatine Hill, the oldest of Rome’s seven hills. Located 40 meters above the Forum and overlooking the Circus Maximus, this area housed imperial palaces, including those of Augustus. Visitors spend around 45 minutes walking this historic site. The tour includes entrance tickets to all three sites, a professional local guide, and headsets for better hearing. The Colosseum ticket price is specified separately. The tour group size is limited to allow time for questions. The order of visits may change, and an entry security check is required at the Colosseum. Participants must provide full names and valid ID matching their booking information. Arrival 20 minutes before departure is required. This tour is not suitable for those with mobility or hearing impairments. Private expenses, tips, and access to the Colosseum’s arena floor, underground, or upper tiers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The tour begins at the Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheater. This large oval structure in central Rome was built using travertine, tuff, and brick-faced concrete. Construction started in 72 AD under Emperor Vespasian and finished in 80 AD under Titus. It is the largest building constructed in ancient Rome and is located just east of the Roman Forum. Visitors spend about one hour here.
60 min
Roman Forum
Next is the Roman Forum, or Forum Romanum, a plaza surrounded by ruins of important government buildings in the heart of Rome. Originally a marketplace known as Forum Magnum, it was the center of public life in ancient Rome. The visit lasts about 45 minutes and reveals details about the lives of Rome’s ancient citizens.
45 min
Palatine Hill
The tour finishes at Palatine Hill, the oldest of Rome’s seven hills and located in the city center. Situated 40 meters above the Roman Forum and overlooking the Circus Maximus, this hill was the site of imperial palaces built by Augustus. Visitors spend about 45 minutes walking this historic area.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is located at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 5, on the second floor of the Colosseo metro station. It is in front of the entrance to the primary school. Our staff will be wearing a light blue uniform with the City Walkers logo. Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and bring a valid ID with you
End point
After the tour finishes your guide will show you the exit or if you want to stay more will advise you what to see.
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
Rome Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
by City Walkers Tours
Choose from 5 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
This guided group tour in Rome lasts about two and a half hours and covers the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. The tour begins with entry to the Colosseum, where the guide explains its history and architecture. This large amphitheater was started by Emperor Vespasian in 72 AD and completed by Titus in 80 AD. Visitors spend about one hour exploring the Colosseum’s structure. Next, the group moves to the Roman Forum, a central plaza surrounded by ruins of important government buildings. Once a marketplace called Forum Magnum, the site offers insight into daily life in ancient Rome. The visit here lasts approximately 45 minutes. The final stop is Palatine Hill, the oldest of Rome’s seven hills. Located 40 meters above the Forum and overlooking the Circus Maximus, this area housed imperial palaces, including those of Augustus. Visitors spend around 45 minutes walking this historic site. The tour includes entrance tickets to all three sites, a professional local guide, and headsets for better hearing. The Colosseum ticket price is specified separately. The tour group size is limited to allow time for questions. The order of visits may change, and an entry security check is required at the Colosseum. Participants must provide full names and valid ID matching their booking information. Arrival 20 minutes before departure is required. This tour is not suitable for those with mobility or hearing impairments. Private expenses, tips, and access to the Colosseum’s arena floor, underground, or upper tiers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Colosseum
The tour begins at the Colosseum, also called the Flavian Amphitheater. This large oval structure in central Rome was built using travertine, tuff, and brick-faced concrete. Construction started in 72 AD under Emperor Vespasian and finished in 80 AD under Titus. It is the largest building constructed in ancient Rome and is located just east of the Roman Forum. Visitors spend about one hour here.
60 min
Roman Forum
Next is the Roman Forum, or Forum Romanum, a plaza surrounded by ruins of important government buildings in the heart of Rome. Originally a marketplace known as Forum Magnum, it was the center of public life in ancient Rome. The visit lasts about 45 minutes and reveals details about the lives of Rome’s ancient citizens.
45 min
Palatine Hill
The tour finishes at Palatine Hill, the oldest of Rome’s seven hills and located in the city center. Situated 40 meters above the Roman Forum and overlooking the Circus Maximus, this hill was the site of imperial palaces built by Augustus. Visitors spend about 45 minutes walking this historic area.
45 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is located at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 5, on the second floor of the Colosseo metro station. It is in front of the entrance to the primary school. Our staff will be wearing a light blue uniform with the City Walkers logo. Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and bring a valid ID with you
End point
After the tour finishes your guide will show you the exit or if you want to stay more will advise you what to see.
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.