Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill with Audio Guide App

Rome, Italy

High interest

Booked 4 times today.

2 to 4 hours (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

Following a tour group for hours can be trying, especially in crowded attractions such as Rome's ancient ruins. Enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided visit with this audio guide app, which allows you to explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace. Linger at the highlights that interest you most and end your visit when you choose. For a more comprehensive visit, upgrade to include the restricted Arena floor.

Avoid the fast pace of a group tour and take in Rome's ruins independently
A budget-friendly way to take in the ancient sites with in-depth commentary
Beginning times every 30 minutes all day long to suit your schedule
Upgrade to include access to the Arena floor where gladiators fought

What's Included

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
All Fees and Taxes

Guided tour
Headset
underground

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
We will send your official entry tickets to your email and WhatsApp (if available) before the activity date. Visitors need to go directly to the entrance and show the official tickets.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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 only if your phone has WhatsApp.
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.
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.

Reviews

3.1

based on 9 reviews

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Sketchy

Rachel_D, Jun 2026

Sketchy transfer of tickets compared to other viator experiences - value is not worth it compared to just purchasing on your own.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Visitor, This is a self-guided tour. We have sent you all the necessary information, instructions, and your tickets. Please review everything carefully before your visit.

Went to the meeting spot...

Louise_H, Jun 2026

Went to the meeting spot where we were told on an email the day before and no one was there. Didn’t even see a group of people or anything which would tell us where to meet.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Visitor, We have already provided all the necessary information and instructions for your tour via WhatsApp and email. Please note that this is a self-guided tour with an audio guide. Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you an enjoyable visit.

Great trip

Lorna_J, May 2026

Great instructions and clear communications. It was also valuable to know that we could use our tickets for the Forum first which allowed us to plan our day.

Fantastic Forum and Colluseam

Audrey_F, May 2026

Amazing experience, loved every bit of it, would like a guide the next time as app was confusing but Oh such a fantastic place, I could have spent all day in the Roman Forum and on the hill and the Colluseam was amazing, would do again and would absolutely recommend

The audio guide was not...

John_A, May 2026

The audio guide was not helpful at all. First, the numbered locations were vaguely marked in the app, and could not be located in the Colosseum itself. The audio went in and out. I understand that part of the problem may have been wi-fi related. But even so, the app should have provided clearer indications of the relevent locations of each audio discussion.

Response from Host, May 2026

We clearly state that an internet/data connection is required to use the audio guide. The audio guide is working properly, so the issue may be due to an unstable or unavailable internet connection on your device. Please check your connection and try again. Thank you.

Audio Tour Doesn’t Work

Daphne_M, Apr 2026

This wasn’t a “tour” in any sense of the word. This was just timed entry tickets and an app that didn’t work. Don’t do this tour unless it’s your only option. We had to book this because the other tour we’d booked was canceled at the last minute and there weren’t any good options. We’re glad we got to see these sites, but to call it a “tour” is a real stretch.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Visitor, We have already informed you about how to use the audio guide. If you experience any further issues, please feel free to contact our team directly—we are always happy to assist you in any way we can. We believe there may have been a misunderstanding, as we have provided all the services included in your experience. Thank you.

Do not recommend

Bridgett_M, Apr 2026

The meeting point to pick up our tickets was incorrect in the app. The audio feature is on your phone so we could not get enough wifi to hear anything. I would not recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Visitor, Please note that the information we provided is correct. There is no specific meeting point for this tour. As clearly mentioned in our product description, you should go directly to the Colosseum entrance and present your PDF tickets to enter at your scheduled time. Additionally, mobile data is required to use the audio guide app, as stated in our product description. All ticket details and instructions have already been delivered to you via email and WhatsApp. We kindly ask you to refer to these instructions for a smooth experience during your visit. Thank you for your understanding.