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Rome Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill Tour

TourTruth score 4.1 out of 10

Below average

196 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with a smartphone audio guide and an optional panoramic bus ticket.

About this tour

Step into ancient Rome with a visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Begin at the agency near the Colosseum, collect your ticket and QR code for the smartphone audio guide, then watch an introductory video about the city and its iconic amphitheater.

Explore the Colosseum’s first and second rings, where you can look down toward the arena and underground areas. Continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace; those visits can also take place the day after your Colosseum entry. A panoramic bus ticket is available if selected when booking.

This Rome Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill tour pairs independent exploration with audio commentary and convenient agency assistance. Bring identification that matches the names on your booking, and arrive early to collect your tickets. Set out to discover the landmarks and stories at the heart of ancient Rome.

Highlights

  • Explore the Colosseum’s first and second rings
  • Admire the arena and underground areas from above
  • Discover the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace
  • Watch an introductory video about Rome and the Colosseum

What's included

Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entrance ticket
  • Colosseum reservation fee
  • Audio guide for smartphone via QR code
  • All fees and taxes
  • Introductory multimedia video about Rome and the Colosseum
  • Agency assistance
  • One Run panoramic bus ticket, if selected

Not included

  • Physical guide
  • Access to the Colosseum underground

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Important information

  • Provide the full names of all travelers when booking; Colosseum tickets are nominative
  • Bring a valid passport or ID matching the name on your booking
  • Collect tickets at the agency at least 20 minutes before your Colosseum entry time
  • Late arrival may prevent entry; tickets are non-refundable and reservations cannot be changed if tickets are not collected
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  • The agency is above the Colosseum metro station, after Café Roma
  • Expect a brief wait for document checks at the entrance
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Strollers are permitted
  • Suitable for all fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

What attractions are included?

The ticket includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

Is a physical guide included?

No. The experience includes a smartphone audio guide accessed with a QR code, but no physical guide.

Can I visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on another day?

Yes. The ticket for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill is also valid the day after your Colosseum visit.

What identification do I need?

Bring a valid passport or ID that matches the full name provided at booking. The ticket office may deny entry if names do not match.

When should I collect my tickets?

Collect your tickets at the agency at least 20 minutes before your Colosseum entry time. Late arrival may mean you cannot enter.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.18 from 196 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 4.1.

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