Italy · Archaeology

3-Hour Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

3 Hours Round trip from Piazza del Colosseo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Colosseum where gladiators fought before crowds of up to 50,000
  • 02 Take in panoramic views over the Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Circus Maximus from Palatine Hill
  • 03 Wander among ancient Roman ruins, temples, and palaces in the Roman Forum
  • 04 Hear insightful commentary on the civic heart of the Roman Empire from your local guide

Skip the long queues and step back in time on a guided visit to three of Rome's most renowned archaeological landmarks: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Discover the origins of the Roman Empire as you explore the ancient arena, imperial ruins, and hilltop viewpoints with your guide on this short but fascinating tour.

Experience the impressive history of the Colosseum as you enter the ancient Roman arena where gladiators battled to the death, emperors reigned from hilltop palaces, and bronze statue-filled temples were worshipped by devoted citizens.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Discovery

  • Experience the impressive history of the Colosseum as you enter the ancient Roman arena where gladiators battled to the death, emperors reigned from hilltop palaces, and bronze statue-filled temples were worshipped by devoted citizens. Uncover how this massive amphitheatre, commissioned around A.D. 70-72 by Emperor Vespasian, held up to 50,000 roaring fans who came to witness gruesome battles involving gladiators, exotic animals, public executions, and even aquatic naval battles.

  • Walk over to Palatine Hill with your Italian tour guide. From Palatine Hill, enjoy the chance to snap incredible panoramic views over the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and Nero's Circus Maximus.

  • Wander between ancient Roman ruins, temples, and palaces as you make your way into the Roman Forum. Discover sites such as the House of the Vestal Virgins and Caesar's Palace.

  • Listen to your Italian tour guide's insightful history of these civic spaces, once the epicentre of the Roman Empire.

Colosseum arena, Palatine Hill viewpoints, Roman Forum ruins

Where this trip takes you

Colosseum arena, Palatine Hill viewpoints, Roman Forum ruins

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Piazza del Colosseo 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

  • Skip-the-line admission and entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

  • Live tour commentary

  • Local Italian tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Sunscreen

  • A hat for hot summer days

  • Light belongings only, avoiding heavy backpacks or bags

Know before you go

  • The adult rate applies to anyone over the age of 18.

  • Seniors: unfortunately, there are no senior citizen discounts at the Colosseum.

  • Child discounts apply to children between the ages of 6 and 17. Children under the age of 6 are free and do not need to be mentioned when booking a tour with us online.

  • Please note that there is no storage room at the Colosseum. We recommend not bringing heavy items such as backpacks or bags. The lighter, the better.

  • There is no dress code for the Colosseum. We generally recommend wearing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a hat on hot summer days.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Tour start
Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Piazza del Colosseo.

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