Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Walking Tour
Description
For those visiting Rome, the Colosseum is a must and, with this tour, you have the opportunity to discover all its secrets thanks to an expert guide who will take you on a journey through the millenary history of Rome. Meet your tour guide and enter the Colosseum. Once inside, you will visit the main levels and learn how the gladiator shows were organized, and how they fought for their lives for the entertainment of the population. In addition to the Colosseum, your tour will also include a visit to the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum: be prepared to discover places full of charm and history, listening to anecdotes about the life of the ancient Romans. You will also have the opportunity to take spectacular photos from the panoramic terrace, to keep the memory of this experience and your trip to Rome with you!
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Meet your guide and start your tour by admiring the imposing facade of the Colosseum, learning how and when it was built. what was its purpose and how it originally looked. Enter the venue using the dedicated group entrance and get ready to admire the interiors. You will find out how the spectators were divided into the tiers on the basis of their social class, who were the gladiators and how their bloody battles were organized. Your guide will tell you all the secrets and curiosities about this place and indicate the perfect spots to take great pictures!
After the Colosseum tour, it's time to see the place where it all began- The Palatine Hill, in fact, is the place where Rome was founded, and, centuries later, the emperors choose this hill as the perfect place to build their residences. This is the perfect place where nature and history merge: among the trees, there are some very precious ruins rich in history. The remains of villas and fountains can be admired in their splendor in the peace of the park. We are sure you will love this place!
Finally, it's time to visit the beating heart of ancient Rome: the Roman Forum, where there are remains of markets, temples, public buildings and evidence of how the Romans organized their public life. Here you will discover many anecdotes and curiosities and you will walk immersed in history: in every corner there will be some ruins to explore and something to learn!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- To enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check, so there may be a line to pass through the security check. Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Glass objects, Pets, Alcohol and drugs, Weapons or sharp objects, Explosive substances…
- 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.
- The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum first and then the Colosseum
- Sometimes on the occasion of public events, or for extraordinary reasons, the archaeological area of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill can undergo partial or total closures. In these cases, you will be contacted as soon as possible
- All participants' names must be provided at the time of booking. Those who provide incorrect names or names that do not match those on their ID will not be granted access to the monument, and no refund will be issued.
- Starting from October 18, 2023, nominative tickets have been introduced for the Colosseum. All guests must have an ID with them as they may be required to show it at the entrance. As tickets are purchased in advance, this tour is non-refundable.
- The starting time can vary by about 30 minutes, we will inform you in case this eventuality arises
- 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.
Reviews(104)
Great day exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. It was so hot (30C+) and our lovely guide made sure we were in shade, had somewhere to lean on/sit on and kept hydrated throughout!
Our Tour guide was knowledgeable but he devoted his time to non interesting facts of the tour. It was in the high 80’s and we wanted to see the Colosseum, but we’re directed to a nearby garden and ruins. By the time we walked to the Colosseum we were all spent and over heated. The Colosseum was amazing, but we left the tour early just to get away from the silly non interesting facts!!!!
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We would like to clarify that the “garden and ruins” you refer to are in fact the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill—two of the most important archaeological sites in Rome and essential for understanding the history of Ancient Rome. They are also part of the experience you specifically booked and paid for, together with the Colosseum. The “silly facts” mentioned in your review are, in reality, historical explanations provided by the guide to help visitors understand the significance of the monuments they are seeing. These insights are generally appreciated by guests who choose a guided tour, as they are designed to bring the ruins and their history to life. Moreover, both the Forum and the Palatine Hill are not only historically fundamental, but also exceptionally beautiful and evocative sites. From your comments, however, it seems that your group may have been more interested in simply accessing the Colosseum itself rather than participating in a full guided cultural experience. In that case, we find it a bit surprising that a 3-hour combined tour of all three sites was selected instead of the Colosseum express option, which we also offer. We would also like to gently point out that you were able to join your group thanks to the efforts of the guide and staff, as well as the consideration of the other participants, despite your very late arrival. Without this, you would have missed the entry not only to the Colosseum, but also to the "garden and ruins". We are sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations, but we remain confident in the value and quality of the historical content provided during the tour. That said, we do understand that cultural tours are not for everyone. Best regards, Roman Way Tours
We toured with Roman Way for the Coluseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill and our tour guide was Henry. It was a great experience especially because our tour guide nicely explained everything and was so enthusiastic about the whole experience. He prioritized the groups experience by giving breaks and answering questions and made the whole tour very fun. We were also able to book this the day before luckily. All in all, this was an amazing experience and we loved having Henry as a tour guide!
This is the most exciting thing I experienced in Rome. Get a guide and see the underground rooms under the Colosseum as well. Our guide Antonio was super fun and could really give the best guide and tour with glimpse in the eye. Great recommendation to him👍
Henry was so enthusiastic that you felt excited to be there. He has so much knowledge and is happy to be in this county. You can see the pride shining through
Henry was a fantastic guide. He was passionate about sharing his country’s history. He also possesses an energy and excitement that was contagious and captured everyone’s interest. We ended our three week trip to Italy with Henry’s tour and he put the exact finishing touch we were hoping for. Thank you Henry!! Hugs from America!
It was pouring rain but our tour guide was fantastic and kept us engaged with historical information and context.
An extensive and insightful tour by Sam from the Roman Way. The sights, as stated, including the arches, the missing arch, and a Latin class on top of it. A vast wealth of knowledge!
Our Colosseum tour was absolutely unforgettable. Henry was incredible—he didn’t just guide us, he transported us back in time, bringing the history of ancient Rome vividly to life with his storytelling. His energy, passion, and depth of knowledge made every moment engaging and memorable. This is truly a must-do experience for anyone visiting Rome, especially if you want more than just photos—you’ll leave with a real understanding of the history behind what you’re seeing. Henry was hands down the best guide we could have asked for. Highly, highly recommend!
The tour was great! The guide was so nice and extremely knowledgeable in Roman history. If you’re in Rome you want to book this tour. Well worth it!
