Rome Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Tour

At a glance

Rome Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Tour is a 2h 30m guided experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Show Me Italy. Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 620 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $51.42 per person. Included: Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person), Colosseum Entrance with Audio Guide, Professional tour guide for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Quick facts

Duration

2h 30m

Group

Small group, up to 25 travellers

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

See cancellation policy

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45m

   Delve into the layers of history and architecture as you follow your guide through the Roman Forum. Discover the Temple of Julius Caesar and the House of the Vestal Virgin as your guide describes what life was like in Ancient Rome.

2. Stop 2 · 45m

   Discover what remains of the emperors' palaces as you stroll the lofty heights of the Palatine Hill. Learn about the foundation of Rome and its legendary characters, like Romulus and Remus, as you enjoy breathtaking views of the Roman skyline.

3. Stop 3 · 1h

   Built in 80 AD, the Colosseum in one of the ancient world's longest surviving monuments. Discover the hidden details in its facade as your guide describes the incredible "100 Day of Games" that celebrated the Colosseum's inauguration. Imagine the roar of the crowds that once filled the arena as you learn about the gladiator battles that took place center stage.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time
• Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
• Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to arrive at the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
• Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the official administration for safety reasons)
• The tour itinerary can start with either the Colosseum or the Palatine Hill/Roman.
• The meeting time can be subject to change. In this case, we will call/text you in advance to let you know.
• Aerosols, sharp objects and large backpacks will not be allowed
• There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The time spent in the security line varies and this line cannot be ‘skipped.’ The wait time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line.
• When booking for children under 18 years, a government-issued ID/passport will be required when entering the monument. Failure to bring an ID with you can result in the security staff refusing you entrance to the monument.
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
• The itinerary may vary, the tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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