Rome: Colosseum with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum

Rome, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Rome’s Colosseum is one of Italy's most iconic landmarks, but its vast scale can feel overwhelming without context. Explore with a guide who brings its history and engineering to life, including special access to the restricted, usually off-limits Arena Floor. Afterward, continue your journey through ancient Rome at a relaxed pace in the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill during this extended 2.5-hour tour.

A small group size ensures an intimate experience you won't find in larger groups
Discover the history and context of what you are seeing
Check off multiple sites without having to book separate tours
Explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace

What's Included

Official guide of Rome
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill reserved entrance tickets
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

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Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Largo Romolo e Remo, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
The guide will hold a sign with the main passenger's name

End point

Arch of Constantine
P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible

Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3

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Lisa_R, Jun 2026

It is important to know first what you will be seeing. There are so many different inclusion options. It would have also helped to learn some of the history before we were walking through them. Radios were not included so it was very difficult to gather around to hear the guide because of the crowds and the heat.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

We are truly sorry that the tour did not meet your expectations. Regarding the headsets, the Colosseum only requires them for groups of more than 8 participants. We also provided an upgraded experience by purchasing Full Experience tickets, which allowed you to access and visit the Arena Floor. This is an area that is not normally included in the standard tour and comes at a higher cost.