Colosseum Arena Floor, Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Roman Forum

   Walk through the heart of ancient Roman public life. From temples to senate buildings, your guide will bring history to life with tales of politics, religion, and daily life in the empire’s bustling center.

   45 minutes•Admission included•See on map

2. 2

   Palatine Hill

   Explore the legendary birthplace of Rome and stroll through the ruins of imperial palaces. Your guide will reveal the myths, history, and power struggles that unfolded on this sacred hill. Enjoy panoramic views of the city.

   45 minutes•Admission included•See on map

3. 3

   Colosseum

   Your audio guide will bring the Colosseum to life with fascinating stories and insights around the monument. Then, step inside and explore at your own pace with a complimentary audio guide, discovering the secrets of Ancient Rome's most iconic arena.

   1 hour•Admission included•See on map

Meeting point

Meet in front of the Basilica San Cosma and Damiano. Look for tour greeters in red Show Me Italy jackets/shirts. They will be waiting next to the large red pillar just in front of the church on the Via dei Fori Imperiali.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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.
• 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 meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
• Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the tour
• Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
• Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
• No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
• Tours will run rain or shine (unless closed for safety reasons)
• There are mandatory security checks al all entry points to the sites. The wait time time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
• The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
• The itinerary may vary, the tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• This is a guided tour and the guide will provide have the ticket for the duration of the tour. There is no need to pick up tickets in advance. All participants must check in at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time. 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.

Cancellation and refunds

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.