Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Walking Tour
Recommended by 95% of travelers
Rome, Italy
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Embark on a journey through Rome's rich history and unlock the secrets of the iconic Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a walking tour. Delve into the gladiator games that captivated the ancient population and explore the fascinating Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, brimming with charm, history, and anecdotes about the lives of our ancient Roman predecessors.
- Visit Rome's iconic sights on this tour
- Take photos while hearing stories about times past
- Convenient central meeting point, close to public transport
- Choose from different tour group sizes to suit your budget
What's Included
- Licensed tour guide
- Admission to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (Adult:18€ - Child 0€)
- Wi-Fi Headsets
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Pick up/Drop Off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Via del Colosseo, 41, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
The meeting point is Close to "Caffè Roma" Our staff will be waiting for you with a Roman Way sign Please arrive 20 minutes before the starting time Please bring an ID
End point
- Roman Forum00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
After the tour ends, you will have some free time to spend inside the Roman Forum
Ticket Redemption Point
Via del Colosseo, 41, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Itinerary
1
Colosseum
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Palatine Hill
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Roman Forum
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- To enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check, so there may be a line to pass through the security check. Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Glass objects, Pets, Alcohol and drugs, Weapons or sharp objects, Explosive substances…
- 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.
- The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum first and then the Colosseum
- Sometimes on the occasion of public events, or for extraordinary reasons, the archaeological area of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill can undergo partial or total closures. In these cases, you will be contacted as soon as possible
- All participants' names must be provided at the time of booking. Those who provide incorrect names or names that do not match those on their ID will not be granted access to the monument, and no refund will be issued.
- Starting from October 18, 2023, nominative tickets have been introduced for the Colosseum. All guests must have an ID with them as they may be required to show it at the entrance. As tickets are purchased in advance, this tour is non-refundable.
- The starting time can vary by about 30 minutes, we will inform you in case this eventuality arises
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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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
4.8
based on 108 reviews
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Jennifer_P, Jul 2026
The absolute best tour! Max, our tour guide was amazing and so fun. If I came back, I would specifically ask for him. Completely thorough and so informative and never tedious. The absolute perfect tour.
ulla_E, Jul 2026
Great guide With a lot of knowledge and sincere interest in the history of Rome. Altough the heat was extreme, Sam was Nice, friendly and made the tour fantastic!
Raymond_S, Jul 2026
It is a vigorous walking tour. Be prepared with shoes and water. Very informative and worth the time. Our guide “Sam” was the best.
Jennifer_T, Jul 2026
Henry was an amazing guide. He brought so much enthusiasm and laughter to our group along with unlimited knowledge. Well worth purchasing. Bring water and be prepared for the length of the tour.
Nagashriya_A, Jul 2026
Great day exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. It was so hot (30C+) and our lovely guide made sure we were in shade, had somewhere to lean on/sit on and kept hydrated throughout!
Lisa_S, Jun 2026
Our Tour guide was knowledgeable but he devoted his time to non interesting facts of the tour. It was in the high 80’s and we wanted to see the Colosseum, but we’re directed to a nearby garden and ruins. By the time we walked to the Colosseum we were all spent and over heated. The Colosseum was amazing, but we left the tour early just to get away from the silly non interesting facts!!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We would like to clarify that the “garden and ruins” you refer to are in fact the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill—two of the most important archaeological sites in Rome and essential for understanding the history of Ancient Rome. They are also part of the experience you specifically booked and paid for, together with the Colosseum.
The “silly facts” mentioned in your review are, in reality, historical explanations provided by the guide to help visitors understand the significance of the monuments they are seeing. These insights are generally appreciated by guests who choose a guided tour, as they are designed to bring the ruins and their history to life. Moreover, both the Forum and the Palatine Hill are not only historically fundamental, but also exceptionally beautiful and evocative sites.
From your comments, however, it seems that your group may have been more interested in simply accessing the Colosseum itself rather than participating in a full guided cultural experience. In that case, we find it a bit surprising that a 3-hour combined tour of all three sites was selected instead of the Colosseum express option, which we also offer.
We would also like to gently point out that you were able to join your group thanks to the efforts of the guide and staff, as well as the consideration of the other participants, despite your very late arrival. Without this, you would have missed the entry not only to the Colosseum, but also to the "garden and ruins".
We are sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations, but we remain confident in the value and quality of the historical content provided during the tour. That said, we do understand that cultural tours are not for everyone.
Best regards,
Roman Way Tours
Zulfiquar_S, May 2026
We toured with Roman Way for the Coluseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill and our tour guide was Henry. It was a great experience especially because our tour guide nicely explained everything and was so enthusiastic about the whole experience. He prioritized the groups experience by giving breaks and answering questions and made the whole tour very fun. We were also able to book this the day before luckily. All in all, this was an amazing experience and we loved having Henry as a tour guide!
latanalini27, May 2026
Henry was so enthusiastic that you felt excited to be there. He has so much knowledge and is happy to be in this county. You can see the pride shining through
KELLY_L, May 2026
Henry was a fantastic guide. He was passionate about sharing his country’s history. He also possesses an energy and excitement that was contagious and captured everyone’s interest. We ended our three week trip to Italy with Henry’s tour and he put the exact finishing touch we were hoping for. Thank you Henry!! Hugs from America!
Dawn_W, May 2026
It was pouring rain but our tour guide was fantastic and kept us engaged with historical information and context.
Kevin_D, May 2026
An extensive and insightful tour by Sam from the Roman Way. The sights, as stated, including the arches, the missing arch, and a Latin class on top of it. A vast wealth of knowledge!
Miquela_F, May 2026
Our Colosseum tour was absolutely unforgettable. Henry was incredible—he didn’t just guide us, he transported us back in time, bringing the history of ancient Rome vividly to life with his storytelling. His energy, passion, and depth of knowledge made every moment engaging and memorable.
This is truly a must-do experience for anyone visiting Rome, especially if you want more than just photos—you’ll leave with a real understanding of the history behind what you’re seeing. Henry was hands down the best guide we could have asked for. Highly, highly recommend!
John_P, Apr 2026
The tour was great! The guide was so nice and extremely knowledgeable in Roman history. If you’re in Rome you want to book this tour. Well worth it!
John_L, Apr 2026
Our tour guide was professional and knowledgeable. We had a great time on this tour. Would highly recommend.
Katie_K, Apr 2026
We had the early morning tour which first went to see Palatine Hill which we had all to ourselves. We stopped next at Roman Forum and last at the colosseum. It was crowded for Easter weekend but the whole time we waited in the security line our guide told us stories. I could listen to her all day and she was amazing!
Miriam_M, Apr 2026
Ad Maiora was a fabulous guide! The Saturday before Easter Sunday is a very crowded time and she expertly navigated the crowd so we did not feel like we were in a large crowd. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for the history of The Colosseum was evident! We enjoyed our tour very much! She knows all the best spots for pictures too!
Kevin_B, Apr 2026
The tour guide was fabulous! He was so knowledgeable, very friendly, and I regret I forgot his name because he deserves a shout out. He was super accommodating and did a great job.
Nancy_S, Apr 2026
3 hrs packed with lots of information! Good group size, and ideal to be able to get through the security and wait lines quickly! Lots of walking which was no problem for our 10 year old. We brought apples/granola to snack on .
Tons of great pictures!
Elena_R, Mar 2026
Was an interesting tour with many Info.
The guys did their best in terms of service as we wrote the name wrong
Mark_C, Mar 2026
This tour is long and FILLED with information. Be prepared to soak it all in. If you are a fact seeking person, this is for you. If you are looking for a fast paced entertaining tour, pick a shorter tour. Our guide "Ken" was amazing and filled to the brim with facts, but it did start to get old by the 60 minute mark with another two hours of facts to go. You will find most tour guides are very informative and filled with facts. But you have to also be entertained at the level that you desire. This tour was a little dry for me. And I've been on this tour before with a more entertaining guide.
Georgios_O, Mar 2026
Covered most of the important monuments and the guide (Afrodite) was very polite and informative. Be prepared for a lot of walking and lots of people!
Emmacharliechiara, Mar 2026
What a fantastic experience. We went through Roman Way. Our tour guide was Ken. He was absolutely fantastic. The tour lasted for nearly 3 hours. Ken was so knowledgeable and interesting. We all had headsets, so easy to listen. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to visit the Forum and Colosseum. Ask for Ken. We will definitely use this company again.
Diana_T, Mar 2026
Easy to arrange, easy to find the group, informative. Ken was a fantastic guide, a wealth of historical information. He kept it interesting. I would highly recommend him and this tour. Money well spent.
Branislava_B, Mar 2026
Sem was very pleasent, full of knowledge and eager to pass on us..
Time just pass, and we didn’t even notice..
A lot of things to see and hear, i would recommend it MUST do while in Rome
Kamran_M, Mar 2026
Very informative guide, very well run tour. 100% would use again, well worth the money in my opinion.
Alison_W, Mar 2026
Samuele from Roman Tours was the most knowledgeable guide and was able to answer everyone’s questions and modify information. Such a thorough tour, interesting and he actually spent longer with us because of all of our questions! Really impressive.
Anac10, Feb 2026
It was a fantastic tour. The best one in Italy so far. Adriano the guide was very knowledgeable and explained everything in a entertaining way, the 2,5 hours passed really fast. We had a logistic problem and Diana, from the office, went above and beyond to help us. Thanks a lot for making our visit to the colosseum a really memorable experience!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re truly delighted to hear that it was the best tour you’ve had in Italy so far — that means a lot to us 😊
Adriano will be very happy to know that you enjoyed his knowledge and entertaining way of explaining everything. Making history engaging and memorable is exactly what we aim for!
We’re also glad we could assist you with the logistical issue and help make your experience smooth and enjoyable.
Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing us. We hope to welcome you back to Rome in the future!
Diana
Silene_D, Jan 2026
This was worth it; we didn’t have to wait in line. Saw all the main spots and the tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable.
David_D, Jan 2026
Tour Guide Maximus was wonderful and very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the walk thru history. Highly recommended!
Irina_K, Dec 2025
Expect to be thrilled!
We visited the Collosseum with our 2 teenagers who were absolutely flabergasted by the site comprising almost 2800 years of history.
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