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Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Product code 174817P2
From
From EUR 25
Dates
Oct 11, 2026 to Oct 25, 2027
Start times
9:30 AM, 3:00 PM, 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 8:30 AM, 7:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-4, Child ages 5-17, Adult ages 18-100
Options
Walking Tour - External Visit, Small-Group Colosseum Tour, Colosseum Tour
Availability, payment, cancellation, and vouchers are completed on the booking partner's site after you leave this page.
Duration
1 hour to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Booking, payment, cancellation, and vouchers continue on the booking partner's site.
From
From EUR 25
Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum





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Duration
1 hour to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Looking to discover Ancient Rome without breaking the bank? This top-rated group tour is the ideal way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, offering speedy entry, expert guidance, and a more personal experience, all in just 3 hours. Your journey begins inside the legendary Colosseum, where your licensed guide brings to life thrilling tales of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering. Enjoy panoramic views from above the arena floor as the ancient world unfolds before you. Next, climb Rome’s mythical birthplace to Palatine Hill, the site of extravagant imperial palaces. Then, we’ll make our way down to the Roman Forum, once the beating heart of Roman political and social life. With a relaxed pace, small group size, and plenty of time to ask questions, this tour is both comfortable and enriching. If you want to see authentic Ancient Rome at the best price, this experience is hard to beat.
Overview
Looking to discover Ancient Rome without breaking the bank? This top-rated group tour is the ideal way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, offering speedy entry, expert guidance, and a more personal experience, all in just 3 hours. Your journey begins inside the legendary Colosseum, where your licensed guide brings to life thrilling tales of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering. Enjoy panoramic views from above the arena floor as the ancient world unfolds before you. Next, climb Rome’s mythical birthplace to Palatine Hill, the site of extravagant imperial palaces. Then, we’ll make our way down to the Roman Forum, once the beating heart of Roman political and social life. With a relaxed pace, small group size, and plenty of time to ask questions, this tour is both comfortable and enriching. If you want to see authentic Ancient Rome at the best price, this experience is hard to beat.
What's Included
Included
Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person; €24 per person if Arena access is included)
Expertly led by a licensed guide with captivating stories and deep historical knowledge
Headsets provided to ensure clear commentary, even in crowded areas
Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Not included
Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside
Access to the arena floor is not included
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, located just above the Colosseo Metro station, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. If you are near the Colosseum, enter the metro station and take the stairs inside to go up to the 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 10 minutes before the tour start time. Late arrivals unfortunately cannot be refunded.
End point
The tour may end inside of Colosseum depending on tickets where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring it.
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.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 1
Uncover the gripping tales of legendary gladiators, brutal battles, and dramatic imperial events. From senators to everyday citizens, the Colosseum welcomed all. Step inside and experience its history firsthand, brought to life by your expert guide’s vivid storytelling.
Stop 2
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Palatine Hill, the most beautiful and important of Rome’s seven hills, is the legendary founding point of the city. Explore the ancient ruins of the imperial palace while enjoying views over the Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum. Your guide will share the history of this spectacular archaeological site.
Stop 3
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
The political, social, and commercial heart of ancient Rome. Walk along the original Roman roads (Via Sacra and Via Nova) and explore temples, arches, and ruins. Your guide will help reconstruct the Forum’s history and bring the city to life.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Our Colosseum Walking Tour DOES NOT include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside
Other
Full names of all travellers must be provided at the time of booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers’ full names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Other
Each traveller must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Other
Tour order may vary: we will start with either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on ticket times.
Other
Colosseum admission is free on the first Sunday of each month. Tours are discounted on these days.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 3+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-3 days before
Review Summary
4.7
69 reviews
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