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Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

TourTruth score 4.9 out of 10

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26,023 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a 3-hour Rome tour filled with stories of ancient Rome.

About this tour

Step into the world of ancient Rome on a 3-hour visit to its most iconic archaeological sites. This Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour brings the city’s surviving ruins to life with stories of the empire’s heyday.

Explore the Colosseum, then continue through the Roman Forum and up Palatine Hill. On guided tour options, an expert licensed guide shares the history and anecdotes behind the landmarks, with headsets to help you hear clearly. Audio Guide options provide commentary on your smartphone. Access to the three sites is included, and selected options add entry to the Colosseum Arena Floor.

The itinerary order may vary, and unexpected closures or security checks can affect the visit. Bring matching photo identification and prepare for exposed areas with limited shade. Choose the option that suits you, then discover the ancient heart of Rome on a Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour.

Highlights

  • Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Hear stories of ancient Rome from an expert licensed guide
  • Take in sweeping views of the ruins from Palatine Hill

What's included

Included

  • Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 value, or €24 with Arena access)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 value)
  • Arena Floor access on Arena options
  • Expert licensed guide on guided tour options
  • Smartphone audio guide on Audio Guide options
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Provide every participant’s name when booking; names cannot be changed after confirmation
  • Bring a valid government-issued ID or passport matching the reservation name; entry may be refused without it
  • Book infants as ages 0–1 and guests ages 2–17 as children, based on age on the tour date
  • The itinerary order may change, and venues or areas may close unexpectedly
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  • Security checks may cause delays
  • Much of the site has limited shade in hot weather; bring water, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • From January 1, 2027, meet at Belvedere Cederna on Via dei Fori Imperiali, between the PIT Fori Imperiali and the Colosseum; the Colosseo Metro C exit is beneath the viewpoint

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 3 hours.

Which sites are included?

The tour visits the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

Is a guide included?

Guided tour options include an expert licensed guide and headsets. Audio Guide options include a smartphone audio guide.

What identification do I need?

Bring a valid government-issued ID or passport that matches the name on your reservation. Names cannot be changed after booking.

Where is the meeting point?

From January 1, 2027, meet at Belvedere Cederna on Via dei Fori Imperiali, between the PIT Fori Imperiali and the Colosseum.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.56 from 26,023 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 4.9.

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