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Rome: Express Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum Access

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About this activity

This Colosseum express tour is the perfect way to experience ancient Rome without the long lines or full-day commitment. Your guide will lead you straight into the Colosseum for an expertly narrated visit. You'll explore its main levels and have stunning views overlooking the arena floor. Along the way, your guide reveals the stories and architectural genius that made it the Empire’s greatest stage. At the end of the tour, your guide will give you tickets to access the Roman Forum on your own, valid within 24 hours after the Colosseum entrance time indicated on the ticket.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
    • Group of 16 guests maximum
    • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
    • Roman Forum Access
    • Local English speaking guide
    • Expertly guided Colosseum tour
    • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
    • Headset (when needed)

    Not included

    • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Colosseum

      Meet your guide and walk together to the Colosseum for smooth entry to the monument. During the next hour, explore the main levels of the Colosseum, including the upper seating areas where you'll have sweeping views overlooking the arena floor. Your guide shares captivating stories of gladiators, emperors, and the brilliant Roman engineering that still shapes stadiums today.

      1 hourAdmission includedSee on map

    2. Roman Forum

      After exiting the Colosseum, your guide will accompany you to the nearby Roman Forum entrance. Along the way, they’ll provide historical context and answer questions, setting the stage for your independent exploration. Your guide helps you enter the Forum and gives tips for navigating the sprawling ruins. You’ll walk through the political and religious heart of ancient Rome at your own pace and spend as much time in the Forum as you wish.

      30 minutesAdmission includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè). Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park.

    The map shows Rome. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • Near the Roman Forum.

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
    • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
    • The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
    • The Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill may close occasionally. We'll notify you of any changes in advance if possible. For last-minute closures, updates will be given at the start of the tour.
    • Walks is an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosse Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • - Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible. - All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items will be permitted. - Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside, guests with larger bags will be denied entrance. No storage room/lockers available. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. - Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

    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.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 3 days before100%
    Between 0 and 3 days before0%
    Supplied by
    Walks - Italy & Spain
    Product code
    15693P272

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