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Audio Guided Tour - Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

3.2(116)Rome1 hour
VIATOR2.1(11)TRIPADVISOR3.4(105)

Description

Embark on a captivating journey through ancient Rome by visiting the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Explore these iconic landmarks at your own pace, without any end-time restrictions. Highlights: Colosseum: Step inside the legendary amphitheater, where gladiators once battled and emperors entertained the masses. Imagine the epic games and marvel at the engineering prowess of ancient Rome. Roman Forum: Wander through the heart of ancient Rome, exploring the ruins of temples, basilicas, and government buildings. Palatine Hill: Ascend to the hilltop where Rome's elite once resided, enjoying panoramic views of the city below. Discover the opulent palaces and gardens of emperors, gaining insight into imperial life. Uncover the wonders of ancient Rome with us and book your journey through history today!

Tour Options

Audio Guided Tour - Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

Embark on an unforgettable journey through ancient Rome with our Colosseum experience. As you step inside this iconic amphitheater, you'll be transported back in time to the days of gladiator battles and grand spectacles. Marvel at the Colosseum's imposing architecture, standing as a testament to the ingenuity of Roman engineering and learn about its fascinating history and the events that once unfolded within its walls. With your ticket in hand, wander through the corridors and tiers of the Colosseum, imagining the roar of the crowd and the clash of swords that once echoed through these hallowed halls.

Admission included60 min

Step back in time to ancient Rome's political, social, and cultural epicenter. Here's what you can expect: Historic Wonders: Wander through the remnants of one of the ancient world's most important hubs. See majestic structures like the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and the iconic Colosseum looming in the distance. Archaeological Marvels: Exploring the Forum means encountering archaeological marvels at every turn. From the imposing ruins of the Basilica Julia to the intricate carvings on the Arch of Titus, you will witness the craftsmanship and grandeur of ancient Roman architecture. Rich Cultural Insights: Delving into the Forum's history, gain insights into ancient Roman society, politics, and religion. Learn about the Forum's role as a bustling marketplace, a venue for public speeches and debates, and a center for religious rituals.

Admission included60 min

With your Palatine Hill experience, you're in for a captivating journey through ancient Roman history. Step into Ancient Rome, walk in the footsteps of emperors, marvel at archaeological treasures, enjoy spectacular views and relax in Tranquil Gardens. This experience grants you access to one of Rome's most historically significant and visually stunning landmarks, where you'll embark on a journey through time and gain a deeper appreciation for the rich heritage of the Eternal City.

Highlights

Access to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

What's included

Included
Access to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Not included
Tour Guide

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(116)

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Jacob A
June 29, 2026
Scam - on TripAdvisor!!!!!!!!!

Scam We never came in They cancelled our reservation and never sent our tickets but failed to tell us!! Worst experience to stand in front of colosseum and not being able to enter because we chose a scam company!!!! On TripAdvisor!!!!!!!

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Elizabeth W
June 19, 2026
TripAdvisor 5 minutes before 9:30 am which it was our stabilized hr for the visit sent us a delay note moved to 12:15 pm

At 7 am we starting heading to the coliseum for our 9:30 am tour we arrived and not received ticket yet. We call none answer at 8:30 they answered and they told us that our time has changed to 12:45 pm. Because they gave our tickets to someone else. So we have to wait under the heat for 4 hrs in the middle of thousands of people. Then they sent us our tickets through WhatsApp at 10:00 am. We de used to do the forum when we approached the gate they scared the tickets and were only paid for 2 instead of 4. 2 tickets were missing again go back to the line and wait for 2 more tickets. After calling the office number they finally se t the missing 2 tickets. We were already short of time. At 12:00 pm we head to the gate for the coliseum … at the gate they asked for our identification…. Guess 2 tickets were under someone name ….. another delay it was a night mare after calling the office again for the 4th time and they didn’t have our names in the tickets. I had explained the gate lady all the mistakes trip advisor office has done. This people don’t understand that mistakes like screw everyone vacation. After all we entered were able to run through the coliseum because Bookin had a perfect tour on time for us a tour that was on time. TripAdvisor partner tour really bad very bad.

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rkN3572HJ
June 15, 2026
Terrible service

They canceled our tour just one day before the visit and told us that it was booked due to a glitch in their system. We booked the tour atleast couple of months in advance and they had all the time to notify about the so called 'glitch' but still didn't. Terrible.

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William_H
June 8, 2026
Alright experience

We had an ok experience. The tickets worked and got us in to the coliseum, but as I saw in other reviews, Viator did move our time back. We booked for 12:00, and we got an email the night before saying our tickets were pushed back to 1:30. We did receive the audio component and the tickets in an easy to manage way, but we ended up not using the audio component. Did not think the $43 was worth the cost because of this, but that was our fault for not using the audio.

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Stephen_A
June 2, 2026
We were very disappointed...

We were very disappointed in what happened to us with respect to our tour of the Colosseum. Due to a train being cancelled on us and forcing us to "Plan B" how we got to Rome, we were about 1-hr late for our scheduled time to tour the Colosseum. This was totally beyond our control. Yet, we were repeatedly told that "No we couldn't go in later than our scheduled time" and "No our tickets couldn't be transferred to a later time or date." This was very disappointing as the Colosseum was something we were very much looking forward to. I get that we were late... but our being late was caused by Trenitalia cancelling one of our trains, without alerting us. Our lateness was not caused by us nor within our control. While we were able to visit the Forum we spent about $160 to see the Forum & the Colosseum.

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JAY_R
May 25, 2026
Tickets were cancelled at...

Tickets were cancelled at last minute. Waiting for my refund. Very poor experience No reason was given in the phone.

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gitak20252025
May 20, 2026
Need more signs

Missed out on my paid Palatine forum because there were no signs or directions. Crowds just walking randomly from one level to another.

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Thomasvoisin
April 23, 2026
Activity cancelled by the claimant and no refund

Activity cancelled by the claimant, i.e. a computer incident and more space available. I am promised a refund within 3 days, it's been more than a month and still no refund despite sending several messages without reply

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DavidPinto16
April 2, 2026
Failure in post-sales communication and customer support

Unfortunately, my experience with the purchase of tickets was very negative, not by the monument itself, but by the management of the company. Due to an unforeseen issue/schedule, I was unable to make the visit. I tried to contact customer support to understand the next steps, but the service was inefficient. Two weeks have passed and, despite the resolution attempts, I feel there is a lack of transparency in the return process and in the after-sales support. The attendance service did not offer a clear solution, which made the experience frustrating for a traveler who relies on an organization. I recommend caution regarding the agility of this company's support

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paulcR2292EH
March 29, 2026
All went to plan

All went to plan. I thought the audio was too academic and switched it off. Colleseum terrific

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