08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 13:30, 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
A semi private group capped at eight through all three sites with a licensed guide, picked for families because small children go free and teenagers get a discount.
Entry tickets, fees and taxes are included at €125 per person. The timed entry does not wait for late arrivals, and airport style security can add a queue in high season.
In our comparison: #27 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Entrance to the Colosseum, Foro Romano and Palatine Hill
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
3-hr semi-private tour (group of max 8 people)
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
English speaking licensed guide
Gratuities
Children from €85 (ages 4 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
Reviews
4.9
227 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 221 of 227
Star breakdown of all 227 ratings
5 stars
214 · 94%
4 stars
7 · 3%
3 stars
2 · 1%
2 stars
3 · 1%
1 star
1 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers value detailed history and small groups; some report that late starts cut their time on Palatine Hill.
Praised
Detailed historical explanations make the Colosseum and Forum easier to understand
Small groups allow questions, conversation and time for photos
Illustrations help visitors picture the ruins as they once were
Guides help navigate crowds and avoid long entrance queues
Thoughtful shade stops and attention to travellers who need help
Complaints
Late starts left some with less time than expected on Palatine Hill
Some struggled to find the guide, while others found the meeting instructions clear
Substantial walking, steps and summer heat can make the route physically demanding
Some found the commentary thin, while others praised detailed explanations
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (27 July 2024 to 13 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
The tour departs from outside the Colosseo Metro Station (downstairs entrance). Your guide will be waiting in front of the arches, next to the green souvenir kiosk. Look for the sign that reads "You Local - Rome". · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 13:30, 15:00 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
You Local - Rome; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
Colosseum
First and Second Tiers
1h 15m · Admission included
2
Arch of Constantine
Guided Visit
15 min
3
Roman Forum
Guided Visit
45 min · Admission included
4
Palatine Hill
Guided Visit
45 min · Admission included
About this tour, from the operator
Explore the wonders of Ancient Rome on a fun and engaging tour, led by a top-rated guide. Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a small group of max 8 people. This tour is family-friendly and kids under 4 can attend for free. Also, children under 18 have special discounts. Entry tickets to all sites are included for everybody!
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with significant mobility issues, as the itinerary includes stairs and uphill sections
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Accessibility
Strollers OK
Public transportation options are available nearby
Strollers are allowed, but they can be challenging to use due to uneven and occasionally slippery surfaces. When possible, we recommend using a baby carrier
Exact full names of all travelers must be provided at the booking as the entry tickets are named and checked at the entrance to the sites
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that exactly matches the name provided at the time of booking to ensure entry to the sites
Travelers must be on time at the meeting point. In case of any delay they won't be able to access the sites and join the guided tour
All visitors are required to pass through ID verification and airport-style security; during peak season or on particularly busy days, waiting times may be longer
The order of the sites may vary depending on the entry time of the tickets to the Colosseum
This tour operates rain or shine
A minimum of 3 participants is necessary to get the tour started. If the number is not met, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Good to know
Children from €85 ages 4 to 12
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days: Full refund
0-1 days: No refund
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Ranked #27 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €1500, median €115; typical length 2h 30m. 41 of 132 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 132 Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours