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Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour 2 hr 30 min

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

Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a local guide, and choose VIP Arena Floor access or a 1-hour Colosseum express visit.

About this tour

Step into the ancient heart of Rome on a guided journey through the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With a local guide specializing in Roman history and archaeology, the stones and ruins reveal stories of public life, power and spectacle. High-quality headsets help you follow every detail as you explore.

The 150-minute tour covers the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Choose the VIP Arena Floor option to walk onto the Gladiator’s Arena Floor, or select the 1-hour express option for a shorter visit focused on the Colosseum. The underground is not included. Tours are available with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

Meet at Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 14, 20 minutes before your scheduled start, and bring photo ID or a passport matching your reservation. Discover the stories behind Rome’s most celebrated ancient landmarks on this Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine guided tour.

Highlights

  • Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a local history guide
  • Hear stories of ancient Rome through high-quality headsets
  • Choose the VIP option for access to the Gladiator’s Arena Floor
  • Opt for a 1-hour express visit focused on the Colosseum

What's included

Included

  • Admission fee
  • High-quality headsets
  • Expert English- or Spanish-speaking local guide specializing in Roman history and archaeology
  • Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, except on the 1-hour express option
  • Gladiator’s Arena Floor access with the VIP Arena Floor option

Not included

  • Access to the underground
  • Coffee and tea
  • Anything not specified under inclusions

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Important information

  • Meet at Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 14, 00184 Roma RM, 20 minutes before the tour
  • Bring a valid photo ID or passport matching the reservation
  • Late arrivals cannot join or receive a refund due to timed entry rules
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
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  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Which sites are included?

The standard tour visits the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. The 1-hour express option visits only the Colosseum.

Is Arena Floor access included?

Arena Floor access is included only with the VIP Arena Floor option.

Does the tour include the underground?

No, access to the underground is not included.

What languages are available?

The local guide speaks English or Spanish.

When should I arrive and what should I bring?

Arrive 20 minutes early at Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano, 14, and bring photo ID or a passport matching your reservation. Late arrivals cannot join or receive a refund.

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