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Rome Colosseum and Ancient Rome Guided Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 6.1 out of 10

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20 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • 2 hrs 45 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Colosseum and Palatine Hill with a licensed guide, then discover the Roman Forum at your own pace.

About this tour

Step into the world of gladiators and emperors on a Rome Colosseum and Ancient Rome Guided Tour. With a licensed guide, explore the Colosseum and hear the stories behind the spectacles that once captivated thousands. Then head to Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome, where the remains of imperial palaces evoke the power of ancient rulers.

Your guide brings these landmarks to life with historical context and details along the way. After the guided portion, explore the Roman Forum independently, among the ruins that once formed the center of Roman political, social, and religious life. The experience lasts 165 minutes and includes Colosseum entry and its reservation fee.

Meet directly in front of the Ludus Magnus at least 15 minutes before your reserved entry time. Bring a valid passport or ID that matches the name provided at booking; all travelers’ full names must be supplied in advance. Choose this Rome Colosseum and Ancient Rome Guided Tour for a vivid introduction to the city’s ancient landmarks.

Highlights

  • Explore the Colosseum with a licensed guide
  • Hear stories of gladiators, emperors, and ancient spectacles
  • Walk Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome
  • Discover the Roman Forum at your own pace

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour of Palatine Hill
  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Access to the Roman Forum
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Guided tour inside the Colosseum

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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Important information

  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your reserved entry time
  • Meet at Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 14, directly in front of the Ludus Magnus
  • Provide the full names of all travelers when booking
  • Each traveler must bring a valid passport or ID matching the name provided at booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.05 from 20 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Rome
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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.1.

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