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Rome Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

TourTruth score 3.8 out of 10

Below average

3,761 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Walk onto the Colosseum arena floor, then explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on a guided tour of ancient Rome.

About this tour

Step onto the arena floor and imagine the roar of the crowd as you explore ancient landmarks on a Rome Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill guided tour. With a professional guide, discover the stories and engineering behind the Colosseum, where gladiators once faced their rivals before thousands of spectators. Pre-purchased tickets help you skip the ticket desk line, and the arena floor offers a memorable perspective on this iconic monument.

Continue through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill if your selected option includes them. See the Temple of Julius Caesar and the House of the Vestal Virgins in the Forum, then explore Palatine Hill, traditionally regarded as the birthplace of Rome, among the remains of imperial palaces and gardens. The route involves steps and considerable walking over uneven ground, so wear comfortable flat shoes. Bring valid ID that matches each booking name, and arrive 15 minutes early at the meeting point. Choose your option and experience the stories of ancient Rome on a Rome Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill guided tour.

Highlights

  • Step onto the Colosseum’s legendary arena floor
  • Explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guide
  • See the Temple of Julius Caesar and the House of the Vestal Virgins
  • Discover the engineering behind the Colosseum

What's included

Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket
  • Colosseum reservation fee
  • Pre-purchased tickets to skip the ticket desk line
  • Professional tour guide, except with the audio guide option
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entrance, if selected

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to and from attractions

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Important information

  • Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour; late arrivals cannot join and are not refunded
  • Meeting point: the square in front of Santi Cosma e Damiano Basilica, Via dei Fori Imperiali 1; look for staff wearing a light blue vest
  • Bring a valid ID matching the full name on each booking, including children; entry may be denied if names do not match
  • Colosseum tickets cannot be changed or refunded
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  • All visitors must pass through a metal detector
  • Large bags, backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, alcohol, drugs, sprays, and glass are not allowed
  • The route includes steps and extensive walking on uneven paths; comfortable flat shoes are recommended
  • Not suitable for people with recent surgeries or wheelchair users
  • For the audio guide option, download the app in advance over Wi-Fi and bring compatible earphones; the app works offline after download
  • For bookings after 4:00 PM, there may not be enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • In July and August, the visit lasts 2 hours due to the heat
  • Meeting time may change; provide a correct phone number and country code to receive updates
  • Minors must be 17 or younger on the activity date

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 150 minutes. In July and August, the visit lasts 2 hours due to the heat.

What language is the guided tour in?

The live guide is available in Portuguese.

Is the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill visit included?

Entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill is included only if you select that option.

What should I bring to enter the Colosseum?

Each traveler must bring a valid ID with a name that exactly matches the booking.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet in the square in front of Santi Cosma e Damiano Basilica at Via dei Fori Imperiali 1, 15 minutes before departure.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.39 from 3,761 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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  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • 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 3.8.

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