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Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour

TourTruth score 6.4 out of 10

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19 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

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

About this tour

Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum on a guided group tour through the heart of ancient Rome. Over three hours, a licensed expert brings the city’s past to life with stories of gladiators, emperors and Roman innovation, while headsets help you follow the commentary in busy areas. Begin at the Colosseum, then take in sweeping views before continuing to Palatine Hill, home to imperial palaces and traditionally known as Rome’s birthplace. Finish in the Roman Forum, once a center of politics, religion and daily life. The guided group experience leaves room to ask questions and connect with the history around you. Rome Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour options vary: check your selected option for language, ticket and entry details. The external-visit option views the sights from outside and does not include Colosseum entry; arena floor access is not included. Bring identification matching the name on your booking, and meet your guide above the Colosseo Metro station. Choose the option that suits your visit and discover ancient Rome with an expert guide.

Highlights

  • Hear stories of gladiators, emperors and Roman innovation
  • Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
  • Take in sweeping views from above the Colosseum
  • Ask questions and connect with ancient history alongside a licensed guide

What's included

Included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person; €24 per person if Arena access is included)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Licensed expert guide
  • Headsets for clear commentary
  • Guided group experience
  • Multiple language options, depending on selection

Not included

  • Colosseum entry on the external-visit walking tour option
  • Arena floor access

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Provide the full names of all travelers when booking
  • Each traveler must bring a valid passport or government-issued ID matching the name provided at booking
  • A voucher listing all travelers’ full names is required at the ticket office; missing names may result in denied entry
  • The meeting point is Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the Colosseo Metro station; look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign
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  • For the meeting point, enter the metro station near the Colosseum and take the stairs up
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The external-visit option views all sights from outside and does not include Colosseum entry

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 3 hours.

Is Colosseum entry included?

Colosseum entry is included with the entrance-ticket option. The external-visit walking tour does not include entry.

Is arena floor access included?

Arena floor access is not included.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the Colosseo Metro station, and look for a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign.

What identification do I need?

Bring a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the full name provided at booking.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.47 from 19 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 6.4.

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