Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Visit with Audio Guide App
Rome, Italy
+35
- 2 to 3 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill are three of Rome’s most unmissable attractions, and a guide is indispensable for decoding these ancient ruins. But trailing after a large group isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time. Ideal for independent-minded travelers, this tour package lets you explore all three sites at your own pace, with an easy-to-access audioguide filling you in on Rome’s millennia-long history while you explore.
- Experience Rome’s ancient sites at a pace that suits you
- One option includes the House of Augustus, Temple of Romulus, and more
- Uncover imperial Rome’s secrets with an audio guide on your phone
- Soak up glorious views of the ancient city from the peak of Palatine Hill
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Free Digital mobile audio app
- Colosseum entrance options valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included.
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) if option selected
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Admission to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- You need a mobile data connection to use the audio guide app.
- Guided Tour
- Earphones and headsets
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Your official entry tickets for the Colosseum will be sent via email two days prior to your scheduled tour date. Thank you for choosing our service. We look forward to welcoming you. Visitors need to go directly to the entrance and show the official tickets.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Colosseum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
2
Roman Forum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Palatine Hill
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- You must bring a photo ID (copies or photos on your phone are fine). Your ID and ticket will be scanned at the entrance.
- Everyone's full name (as shown on their ID) must be given when booking. If the names don't match the ID, entry may be refused.
- You’ll receive your ticket by email and WhatsApp (if available) before your visit.
- Go straight to the entrance, but everyone must still go through the security check line, which may have a short wait on busy days.
- Kids under 18 enter for free, but we still need their names when you book.
- We’ll provide free child tickets for them.
- A digital audio guide (online, app, or MP3) will be sent.
- You’ll need to listen on your own phone with headphones.
- Your ticket includes one entry to the Colosseum and one entry to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
- Bring your ticket with you — either printed or on your phone.
- he organizer may cancel the tour due to unexpected issues.
- You must be at least 18 years old to book, and children must come with an adult.
- You can visit Roman Forum and Palatine Hill before or after the Colosseum
- The tour duration is 3 hours. The organizer reserves the right to switch up which comes first: Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, or the Colosseum, depending on the time slot.
- Once the tour date has passed, refunds are not available.
- Our operational team has the right to select the Colosseum entrance depending on the situation
- Guides, please do not book with us — we do not provide tickets for guides.
- Take advantage of a complimentary visit to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and explore the heart of ancient Rome.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
3.6
based on 465 reviews
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Johan_A, Aug 2026
The Colosseum is simply a must see for everyone who goes to Rome. Wonderful and grand experience that speaks to your child's imagination.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Wilson_Z, Aug 2026
Be very careful with this experience vendor - there is nothing they give you extra and it's falsely advertised. There's no "audio guide" (it's free) and does not include the full experience despite the description indicating that it will (e.g., did not include arena floor). This is basically booking through the website, which even during high season has availability but they try to charge you 3x the price.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations.
We would like to clarify that your booking was for a standard admission ticket, which does not include access to the arena floor or the full experience package. These inclusions are only part of the upgraded “Full Experience Arena” option, which was not selected at the time of purchase.
Regarding the audio guide, the access code was sent to you via WhatsApp prior to your visit, and it can be used with the designated app at no additional cost.
We always aim to present our offerings as clearly as possible, and we regret any confusion you may have encountered. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve communication for future visitors.
Thank you again for your review.
Margaret_Y, Aug 2026
Being 38 degrees and full sun it was challenging.
Amazing history and architecture.
Viator was very good ... Texted with details and kept us updated.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
JeanPierre_B, Aug 2026
We did a self-guided tour through an app downloaded on our phones. It was great for our expectations. We got a good taste regarding the colosseum and its history. Interesting browsing at he various artifacts on display. Went on to visit the roman forum and palatine hill afterwards.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Marie_M, Aug 2026
Everything went well and easy, except that you need data on your phone to use the app... And the app is not viator's app but the Coloseum app, so everyone who gets in can download the app...
But just to visit and be there is worth it
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Andrew_R, Aug 2026
Very good and informative and host was very friendly - the tour started on time and finished as scheduled
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Julie_S, Aug 2026
Great communication via email and WhatsApp. Reminding you to take a photo of your passport as they will ask for it when you check in. Very easy to check in and no queueing.it was a wonderful experience.
The ticket also gives you access to the palatine hill and Roman forum which are amazing!
All the staff are very helpful
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Holly_D, Aug 2026
Colosseum was an amazing experience, best part of our trip. Getting our tickets was well organised. They got sent by email and then by text a day later as I forgot to reply saying they had been relieved. So they are very proactive to make sure you have everything you need. As well as the full tickets we got sent a photo of the entrance we should take which was helpful. The audio guide was interesting but more of a general information rather than explaining the bits as you walk around.
Only negative is that obviously these tickets are much more pricey than the official ones. However due to the heatwave while we were in Rome it was worth paying more to get the 8:30am tickets.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Sarah_B, Aug 2026
An absolute must. A wonderful trip with our family of four (7 year old and 11 year old kids). Well informed with tickets and information, the audio guide was a short half hour informative guide. Would absolutely recommend.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful experience with us. It’s great to know that the tickets and information made everything smooth, and that the audio guide added value without taking too much time—perfect for both kids and adults.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you all again on another adventure soon.
Bernadette_K, Aug 2026
Terrible experience,didn't' get to meet the guide so git no audio that we had booked fir a cost of €84. Will never book anything with this company again
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience.
We would like to clarify that all pricing details and inclusions, including the audio guide, are clearly stated in the product description prior to booking. We always encourage our guests to review this information carefully to ensure the experience meets their expectations.
That said, we regret any inconvenience caused during your visit and appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
Aaron_A, Aug 2026
Tickets arrived via email as described. Good experience. The Colleseum was very busy, but enjoyable. Audio tour is via the iPhone application you need to download.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Andrew_C, Aug 2026
Easy to book and download-need data to stream unless you can download.
Start the audio outside first.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Conor_N, Aug 2026
Never got the audio guide for this tour. Basically just paid for the ticket (which without the audio tour was way too much).
Colloseum is definitely worth visiting though. Spectacular place.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your message.
We would like to inform you that we have confirmation that the audio guide was successfully sent to you via WhatsApp. Kindly check your WhatsApp messages, where you will find all the instructions along with the audio guide.
If you are unable to locate it, please let us know and we will be happy to assist you further.
Thank you.
Charlene_M, Jul 2026
The only reason it’s not 5 stars is because I chose the 8:30am time on the app but the tickets they sent were for 9:15am. Tickets still worked great though!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your kind review.
We have secured your tickets for 9:15 AM. This is because, these days, there is a long queue starting from 8:30 AM, and visitors often have to wait outside the entrance, which can cause delays and inconvenience. To ensure a smoother and more comfortable experience for you, we arranged your entry at 9:15 AM.
Thank you.
Paul_F, Jul 2026
Be expected to queue and in parts in hot baking sun without shade or refreshment a little confusing at start with people stood around wondering what to do first.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your feedback, we’re really sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how uncomfortable it can be to queue in the heat, especially without shade or refreshments, and we apologize for any confusion at the start of your visit.
Your comments are very helpful, and we’re already looking into ways to improve signage, organization, and guest comfort during busy periods. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share this with us and hope to provide you with a much smoother and more enjoyable experience in the future.
John_M, Jul 2026
We have used Viator many times and this was by far the worst experience we have ever had. We booked and paid for a Colosseum tour well over a month before our trip. The day before our tour, we received a text from the tour company stating they did not have our tickets and we were out of luck. After many texts back and forth with the company, they finally offered a general admission ticket instead of our original tour which included general admission, access to the Colosseum floor, and a guided tour. We accepted the general admission ticket rather than miss one of Rome’s biggest attractions.
While trying to resolve the issue, we reached out to Viator for help with the tour company but were told they wouldn’t assist and we should deal with the local company directly. Great customer service!
Additionally, I now see that there are tons of bad reviews for this tour company where families have experienced similar issues. This raises the question, why does Viator allow this company to use their platform knowing their reputation? Do they simply not care or is the money more important than their customers?
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your feedback.
We would like to clarify that your review does not accurately reflect the situation. You booked a general admission ticket, which was delivered to you as confirmed. We kindly recommend carefully reading all instructions and details provided before completing a booking to ensure a smooth experience.
Thank you for your understanding.
Maria_C, Jul 2026
We went to the collosum in Rome was good to see very hot in July walking about I would like to go back to Rome in cooler weather taxi men try to take you on aswell we wanted a taxi to the Trevi Fountain from collosum 5min taxi 35 euro they were looking the taxi we took from our hotel were descent prices
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Sarah_B, Jul 2026
A day to remember. Organised like clockwork. Recommend this tour company. No need to collect tickets from an office. All completed electronically. Really easy.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Niamh_F, Jul 2026
Very good experience booking with this company. We were clearly given the information both in email and through WhatsApp as where to queue, how to use our tickets and given good advice about which gates were more quiet to enter Palatine Hill and the Forum. The audio guide provided was also interesting.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Julian_F, Jul 2026
We saw this wonder of the Roman era, worth the walking and the heat. There are water vending machines inside. The staff was in general friendly.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Mckenzie_N, Jul 2026
Amazing experience! We loved being able to go at our own pace and not be tied to a specific guide. We typically enjoy doing things without a guide so this was perfect. The Colosseum was our favorite. The line to get into the Roman forum after was very long. I wish there was a skip the line option if buying a ticket with all three included. However great experience and would book again if we were to go with others!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Lisa_T, Jul 2026
They sent the tickets via WhatsApp so you did not have to do anything. I did not have to go pick them up. We just had to show them once you got in line. It was extremely easy and efficient.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
Kathleen_P, Jul 2026
Just a basic ticket into the Colosseum that should have cost a lot less. The audio was just an app anyone can download. Wasn’t worth the cost.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear that the experience didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing it can feel when something doesn’t seem to offer the value you anticipated.
Our goal is always to provide a smooth and enriching visit, and we regret that the audio component and ticket offering fell short for you. We appreciate you pointing this out, as it helps us review how we present and package our experiences more clearly.
If you’d be open to it, we’d love to learn more about your booking so we can better understand what happened and see if there’s anything we can do to make it right.
Thank you again for sharing your thoughts.
afonso_a, Jul 2026
Excellent experience overall. Very warm but we can’t predict the weather. Seeing it in real life was amazing
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
karen_w, Jul 2026
my tickets were never delivered by email. I only received and email to viator site to get tickets and the site said to get my tickets at the event. we searched all around the colosseum for 40 min and never found viator anywhere. I would upload an image of the email but it doesn't have capability
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
We have confirmed that your tickets were successfully delivered to both your email and WhatsApp, along with all necessary instructions.
Thank you.
Luis_V, Jul 2026
There was supposed to be an audio guide included. I could not find it, and when I wrote asking for support no answer was provided.
They just sell you the tickets and an overpicres proce
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
We have provided all the services as promised. Your tickets and audio guide have been sent to both your email and WhatsApp.
Our Customer Care team is available 24/7 if you need any assistance.
Thank you, and we wish you a wonderful experience.
Sebastiano_C, Jul 2026
Difficult to follow the directions because the city itself is constantly bombarded by tourists and locals trying to stop you to sell you things. So while you’re trying to figure out what to do and where to go, someone’s in your face asking if you want water or bracelets or whatever it may be, trying to sweet talk you when you say no and try and continue on your way. It’s all just overwhelming. I would say go with the tours directly provided by the coliseum because that seems direct and straight forward.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for choosing our services.
As a tour operator, we strive to deliver all services as promised. Please note that interactions with independent street vendors (such as those selling water or bracelets) are outside of our control and responsibility.
If you have any concerns or feedback specifically related to our tour services, we kindly encourage you to share your experience with us. Your feedback helps us improve and serve you better.
Thank you for your understanding.
Will_A, Jul 2026
Was a great experience. Came on a Weds in July and was glad we got the tix first thing in the AM. Went on a self guided tour and it was beautiful. A good portion of the tour is outdoors so bring a napkin and fan. It’s very hot in July. The grounds are well maintained and the colosseum is magnificent. So much history. Viator made it easy to book and correspondence in advance was helpful. They sent me an app to download to use for the audio (which we didn’t use) - we just arrived and explored.
elvis_H, Jul 2026
Bring water and don’t bring white shoes. Palatine hill and the forum can scuff up your shoes. Great spots either way.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Great tip, Thank you! The terrain around Palatine Hill and the Forum can definitely be tough on shoes, so that’s super helpful advice. Glad you enjoyed both spots!
Jenny_P, Jul 2026
This is a scam website. Never book on this site. So much hiddend fees you don't realise it untill you know the real price on the official website. VENER USE THIS
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Visitor,
Thank you for your review.
We would like to clarify that all details regarding our services, including pricing, are clearly stated in the product description prior to booking. Guests are free to review this information and decide accordingly, and there is no obligation to proceed with a reservation if the terms do not meet their expectations.
As the tour was completed as agreed, we regret that we are unable to process a refund request in this case.
We kindly ask that any concerns be communicated accurately, as we strive to maintain transparency and fairness in all our services.
Thank you for your understanding.
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