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Amazing
We had Gabriella and it was incredible!! Incredibly lively and very informative. Couldn’t recommend more, quite tiring however so come prepared!
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Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $68 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 116 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- RomAbout Tours
- Meeting point
- Our staff member will be waiting near the traffic light, under the big pine tree
Description
This incredible tour goes to the very heart of ancient Rome and takes in the Empire’s most iconic monuments. Our experienced guide will take you back to the time of gladiator fights at the Colosseum and reveal the secrets of the Roman Forum, which was the political and economic centre of the city and, therefore, of the entire empire. No tour of this area would be complete without exploring the Palatine Hill – the Beverly Hills of ancient Rome, where emperors and nobles resided, high above the riff-raff below.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $68
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $68
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $51
- Child (ages 4–11)
- $46
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- $11
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 20 of the next 24 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Colosseum
Entrance to the Colosseum
Palatine Hill
You will stroll through the ancient Rome's posh district where the richest citizens lived and your tour guide will recount the extravagant luxury and decadence that was once there.
Roman Forum
Next in line is the political and economic center of the entire Roman Empire as well as the city. Here your guide will explain the processions, trials, public speeches, elections and commercial affairs that epitomize ancient Roman culture.
What's included
Included
Small group of max 25 people
Licensed guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Entrance ticket to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
116 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $68 is 39% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the entry may result with denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please arrive to the meeting location 20-15 minutes before the tour starting time, arriving after the tour starting time may result with missing out the tour. It's not possible to join the tour half way through
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour take?
Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $68 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $46, adults from $68.
Does Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour sell out?
It can: 20 of the next 24 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our staff member will be waiting near the traffic light, under the big pine tree. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Colosseum and Roman Forum Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 116 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by RomAbout Tours.
Reviews(116)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
Great Day!
Excellent tour guide who was incredibly knowledgeable. Wonderful experience! Would highly recommend.
J
Great tour with plenty of...
Great tour with plenty of sites to see! Would recommend. Only caveat is that it’s tough to follow the entirety of the history at times.
P
Rome Tour
Great tour, a very good look at The Romand Forum and worth climbing the 50 metres to the top of Palatine Hill. The Colosseum was the highlight at the end. Bring your own water and food
M
Too rushed and fast paced without any breaks
Overall organized. This was a little too rushed in my opinion. While the tour guide was thorough, she may have been a bit too detailed for the hot Roman sun with hardly any breaks/stops. She was also getting frustrated and impatient, possible due to the heat. At one point, she got annoyed with the group because we were trying to purchase water and that slowed us down too much for her liking, despite the fact that we were all about to pass out.
7
Would recommend!
We had a great tour guide who was very informative, while also being laid-back and going at a comfortable pace. Despite it being at the heat of the day in August, the guide did a great job at maximizing time in the shade and ensuring the comfort of visitors. Doing the tour made access far easier to the Colosseum and Roman Forum without having to worry about tickets or waiting in line.
J
Don’t do it!
Scam, no guide$ 350 Canadian when we could have just purchased our own tickets for 100 through the colosseum and had the same experience.
Operator response
Don't do it like you did, arriving 20 minutes after the tour had started, only one who was scamming was you. For the guided tours, that have a specific starting time, it is required to arrive on time to join the guide.
K
Very happy with our tour!
We had a very knowledgeable guide! We are happy we chose to do this tour because we wouldn’t have been able to enjoy the sights on our own. We got a lot of history and facts about the different places. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Rome!
M
Great tour with lots of good information
Great tour with lots of interesting information. The tour guides were communicative on the day of to check in with us before the tour and make sure we knew where to go. Make sure you bring photo ID! Got to see all the major stuff and listen to the stories of Ancient Rome. Very cool tour and it’s always nice getting to skip the long lines.
C
Great tour and perfect amount of time.
Guide was genuine and great at explaining what we are seeing. Would do it again and loved this tour.
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