Guided Tours

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour with Arena Access

Name: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour with Arena Access
Start: 2024-07-26T15:15:00
End: 2024-07-26T18:15:00
Location: Rome

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Walk, talk, see what gladiators did, and then some on this guided tour of the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill, with exclusive access to the Arena.

Highlights

Discover Rome's historic gems: the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill with exclusive Arena entry, all in one tour with an expert guide.
Bypass ticket queues to trace the footsteps of gladiators, senators, and wild beasts who all called the Colosseum home.
Learn all about Roman life back in the 8th century BCE, in the language of your comfort as you explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Upgrade to enjoy your guided tour with a small group to keep your experience as intimate and leisurely as possible!
Fun fact: According to Roman mythology, Palatine Hill is where the city of Rome was founded by twin brothers Romulus and Remus.

Inclusions

Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Expert English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, or Portuguese-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Small group tour (optional)
Special access to the Colosseum Arena
Access to the Colosseum tiers 1 & 2
Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Headsets (optional)

Exclusions

Access to the Colosseum underground or upper floors

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Raewyn

5/5

Jul, 2024

Excellent tour ftom Denis(?). Excellent history knowledge and all round excellent day. I also noted how he paid a lot of consideration to less abled tourists that were in our group. Our best tour this holiday. All really easy. Would definitely recomend 👍

Linda

5/5

Jul, 2024

What agreat experience, with a very knowledgeable and agreeable guide, Julia. She made everyone feel welcome, walked at a pace suitable for everyone, with frequent stops in the shade to tell us about the history. Julia made this a wonderful experience with her great people skills and wnderful grasp of the english language. Awesome!

Peter

5/5

Jul, 2024

The guide was incredibly knowledgable and entertrining. Even my two teenage kids were captivated by the history he shared. Very well done!!

Ryan

5/5

Jul, 2024

Flavia was incredible! She was very knowledgeable and we loved her lil sayings as we went around. Was also very considerate of the heat and found shady spots to explain the history to us. Also, some great photos.

Viviana

5/5

Jul, 2024

Excellent experience! They were waiting for us at the indicated place with their white flags, there we met the group, the guide Elena arrived punctually and we started the tour without any inconvenience. Of the other groups we came across, our guide was the most enthusiastic and friendly. She even took pictures when we asked her to. GREAT LENS! 10/10

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Your experience

A day in the life, gladiator-style

Walk past the crowds smoothly with your guide into the mighty Colosseum, ready to see and learn everything. The depth of its history embedded in the many-tiered structure is as vast as the monument itself. Watch out for goosebumps as you walk through the Gladiator Gate. Enter the Arena, which once hosted epic historical battles, and don't forget to greet the Arch of Constantine.

View the senator seats up close, from where the royalty entertained themselves to bloodthirsty quarrels. Peek down from the edge of the Arena's floor to discover chambers that once contained wild beasts and pathways the gladiators took. Walk through the entire circumference of the Colosseum, and try to picture it when 80,000 screaming Romans occupied it.

The Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Step away from the glory of the Colosseum to the Roman Forum, to discover the center of political and social life in Ancient Rome. Visit a vantage point with equally enriching views and history. Learn about it from your guide and take some time to explore it on your own. Next up, trek to the top of Palatine Hill for unparalleled views of the Forum and Circus Maximus.

Know before you go

What to bring

Everyone must bring valid IDs for smooth entry.
Wear comfortable shoes as this tour requires a fair amount of walking on uneven pathways.
Carry a water bottle, sunhat, and sunscreen to beat the heat during the summer months.
Pack a snack to keep yourself fueled.

What's not allowed

Luggage and large bags are not permitted in the Colosseum.

Accessibility

The venue is not accessible by wheelchairs, prams/strollers, or baby carriages.
This tour might not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.

Additional information

Rain or shine, this tour won't be canceled. If there is a heavy downpour, some areas of the tour will be closed for safety reasons.
Get there 15 minutes early to avoid cancellation due to delays.
Keep your selected day open for the adventure. The meeting time and order of attractions visited are subject to change. Intimation about your finalized meeting time will be mailed 5 days before your booked tour date.
As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is not possible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
For maximum safety, all guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.