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Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Group Tour
About This Tour
Want to explore Ancient Rome’s most iconic landmarks with ease? This expertly guided 3-hour tour offers an in-depth, personal experience of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a licensed local guide.
Your journey begins at the awe-inspiring Colosseum, where stories of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering come to life. Take in panoramic views from above the arena floor as your guide shares fascinating tales of history that unfolded here.
Next, continue to Palatine Hill, Rome’s mythical birthplace and home to the empire’s grandest palaces, before exploring the Roman Forum, the bustling heart of ancient Roman life.
With a relaxed pace, a well-planned route, and plenty of time for questions, this small-group tour blends comfort, insight, and value.
If you select the Colosseum Shadows Walking Tour, please note that access inside the Colosseum is not included.
Space is limited so book now to experience Ancient Rome at its best!
Your journey begins at the awe-inspiring Colosseum, where stories of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering come to life. Take in panoramic views from above the arena floor as your guide shares fascinating tales of history that unfolded here.
Next, continue to Palatine Hill, Rome’s mythical birthplace and home to the empire’s grandest palaces, before exploring the Roman Forum, the bustling heart of ancient Roman life.
With a relaxed pace, a well-planned route, and plenty of time for questions, this small-group tour blends comfort, insight, and value.
If you select the Colosseum Shadows Walking Tour, please note that access inside the Colosseum is not included.
Space is limited so book now to experience Ancient Rome at its best!
What's Included
✓ Included
- Headphones included for a clearer, more relaxed tour
- Relaxed pace and thoughtfully planned itinerary
- Expert insights and fascinating history from a licensed guide
- Organised access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum
- This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
✗ Not Included
- Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
- Arena access is not included in any of the options.
Itinerary
1
Meet your guide at the foot of a 4th-century triumphal arch, built to commemorate Emperor Constantine’s victory over his rival Maxentius. One of ancient Rome’s best-preserved monuments, it sits just steps from the Colosseum and offers a fascinating glimpse into the city’s imperial past.
2
Save hours of planning as you explore the Colosseum with your expert guide, who will transport you back to the heyday of the Roman Empire. Expect fascinating facts and engaging stories that bring the past to life.
Learn about the Colosseum’s gladiator fights, beast hunts, and executions, and imagine the scenes as you gaze down at the arena floor. Discover how the Colosseum was built and how advanced engineering and technology made the games possible. Over the course of an hour, you’ll explore the first and second levels of the Colosseum, with plenty of stops at the best photo spots.
Learn about the Colosseum’s gladiator fights, beast hunts, and executions, and imagine the scenes as you gaze down at the arena floor. Discover how the Colosseum was built and how advanced engineering and technology made the games possible. Over the course of an hour, you’ll explore the first and second levels of the Colosseum, with plenty of stops at the best photo spots.
3
Walk along the ancient cobbled stones of the Via Sacra (Sacred Way), the route that triumphant generals and legionaries once took through the Roman Forum to celebrate Rome’s victories over its enemies.
4
Your next stop is the site where Rome was founded. According to legend, it was on this hill that Romulus killed his twin brother Remus before establishing the Eternal City in 753 BC. The Palatine Hill also gave us the word “palace,” as it was home to Rome’s rich and powerful.
Explore the remains of the luxurious imperial palaces as you wander through what was the ‘Beverly Hills’ of the ancient world. The sprawling ruins, towering pine trees, and spectacular views of Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum make this a truly unforgettable experience.
Explore the remains of the luxurious imperial palaces as you wander through what was the ‘Beverly Hills’ of the ancient world. The sprawling ruins, towering pine trees, and spectacular views of Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum make this a truly unforgettable experience.
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The final stop on your tour brings you into the heart of the Ancient City. Explore what life was like for everyday Romans as you wander through the social, religious, and political center of Rome’s empire.
Marvel at the remains of 2,000-year-old temples, triumphal arches, sprawling basilicas, and more as you walk the same stones once trodden by Julius Caesar, Cicero, and Augustus.
Marvel at the remains of 2,000-year-old temples, triumphal arches, sprawling basilicas, and more as you walk the same stones once trodden by Julius Caesar, Cicero, and Augustus.
Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking Tour - External Visit option does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
- Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. Vouchers must match the travellers’ full names exactly; failure to present a correctly named voucher at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID that matches the name provided at booking to gain entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.