Ultimate Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Small Group Tour
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Explore Ancient Rome on this small group tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide. Learn about Roman history in the places where the events took place, hearing stories about the bloody gladiatorial fights in the Colosseum. Visiting the magnificent temples and buildings of the Roman Forum is an opportunity to learn about the daily lives of the Romans. You’ll also explore the evocative ruins of the imperial palaces on the Palatine on this Rome group tour, specially designed to optimize your time.
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It is a rectangular forum surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. Citizens of the ancient city referred to this space, originally a marketplace, as the Forum Magnum, or simply the Forum.
It is another rare example of a well-preserved Roman monument. It's intact because it was turned into the entrance to the Church of Saints Cosma and Damiano, still functioning today
It was the residence of Vestal Virgins, located behind the circular Temple of Vesta at the eastern edge of the Roman Forum, between the Regia and the Palatine Hill. The domus publica, where the Pontifex Maximus dwelled, was located near the Atrium until that role was assumed by the emperors.
Its ruins stand at the foot of the Capitoline Hill at the western end of the Roman Forum. The original dedication of the temple is traditionally dated to 497 BC, but ancient writers disagreed greatly about the history of this site.
It is an ancient building in the Roman Forum. It was the largest building in the Forum, and the last Roman basilica built in the city.
It was a structure that once stood in the Roman Forum. It was a large, ornate, public building used for meetings and other official business during the Roman Empire.
It is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire." The site is now mainly a large open-air museum while the Palatine Museum houses many finds from the excavations here and from other ancient Italian sites.
It is a square in the center of Rome between Via dei Fori Imperiali and Via Claudia. It is located on the border of rione Monti, Campitelli and Celio districts. The square can be reached from the Colosseo Metro Station on the B line of the Rome Metro.
Built in 315AD and noted by its triple arches, this structure commemorates Constantine's victory over Maxentuis.
Perhaps the best-preserved of the monuments of ancient Rome, this huge marble structure was built to hold more than 50,000 spectators to witness bloody contests of might and the slaughter of wild beasts.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes in advance and at the right meeting point as we cannot wait for late arrivals
- Please advise during the booking process if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- Upon booking, please email the ages of all children traveling with you (email in ticket voucher)
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or government issued photo ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Reviews(281)
Lorenzo was great! Very informative and friendly and told everything like a story. Really enjoyed this tour!
Our Guide, Dennis, was excellent! Tour was interesting and fun! It was hot but our Guide knew exactly where to stop for shade & water & to tell us more about what we were seeing! Highly recommend!
On what may have been the hottest day of the summer to date, Rocco was able to guide us safely through the entire tour of the Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Colosseum. He knew his audience and was witty and kind as he dropped jokes that had us all chuckling. Two of our group members were having challenges with the heat so he found them a place to sit in the shade while the rest of the group went up the hill. We reconnected with them and were able to continue on to the Colosseum. There is so much to see at this historic site and having a guide helped us focus our attentions rather than get overwhelmed by the magnitude of things to see! We saw details that we otherwise would have missed and learned so much about the various sites. We would highly recommend to anyone!
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience exploring the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Colosseum with Rocco. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. It's wonderful to know that his knowledge, humor, and attentiveness helped make the tour both enjoyable and comfortable, especially in the heat. We're particularly glad that he was able to accommodate members of your group who needed a break while ensuring everyone could continue enjoying the experience together. We're also pleased to hear that having a guide helped you appreciate the incredible history and details of these iconic sites without feeling overwhelmed. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in Rome!
We enjoyed having a small group tour. Erika did a great job and was very knowledgeable about the sites and history.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your small group tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. It’s great to know that Erika helped make your experience special with her knowledge and passion for the history of these incredible sites. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her! Thank you for choosing to explore Rome with us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in the future.
We booked this tour and late the night before the tour we received a message to say that the tour guide had a medical emergency and would not be able to run the tour. The next morning they sent entry tickets that would give us independent access into the colosseum. When we went though security after a long wait in the queue, they said that the tickets had been already used by someone else entering that morning. Apparently third party operators are doing this all the time. We were refused entry and totally missed out on the Colosseum. :( Fortunately Viator did refund our money.
We had an incredibly knowledgeable tour guide that highlighted many areas of the tour. Our only disappointment was the crowds this time of year in July and the fact our 9:15 am time was changed last minute to 2 pm. In the heat of summer we booked early for a reason but no compensation was offered for the inconvenience.
We were late and Donatella provided great information enabling us to meet her inside the very busy Roman Forum and join the tour from there. The tour itself was fantastic!
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that you were able to join the tour despite the challenging circumstances. We're especially glad that Donatella was able to provide clear guidance to help you find the group inside the busy Roman Forum. It's wonderful to know that her assistance and the tour itself made for such a positive experience. Thank you for choosing to explore Rome with us. We hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future!
We started our day with a small group tour of the Forum, Palatine Hill and the Colleseo. Our exceptional, knowledgeable and humorous guide Paolo (sp?) really made the experience for us. Do yourself a favor and take this tour and ask for Paolo!
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour of the Forum, Palatine Hill, and Colosseum. It’s fantastic to know that Paolo helped make your experience even more memorable with his knowledge, humor, and passion for the history of these incredible sites. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Paolo , we know he’ll be thrilled to hear that he made your visit special. Thank you for choosing to explore Rome with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future!
Rocko was very knowledgeable and entertaining! Worth the money! Very informative and felt like we got so much information.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Jessica!
Great informative tour! Loved the small group setting. Meeting location was easy to find. Our family learned so much!
We appreciate your kind words! It's great to know that the meeting location was convenient and that your family learned so much during the tour.
