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title: Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Group Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Rome
country: Italy
price: 20
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.82
reviews: 73
duration_minutes: 60
duration_max_minutes: 180
languages: [en]
rank_in_category: 72 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-12
data_updated: 2026-09-13
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-palatine-hill-and-roman-forum-guided-group-tour/
---

# Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Group Tour

**Guidekin's take:** The lowest priced guided entry here: a licensed guide, headphones and faster access to all three sites at €20 per person, with a small group tier for a little more. Entry ticket and reservation fee are included. No arena floor, and the external visit option is a walk around the outside, not a ticket.

## Overview

Experience Rome like never before on an expertly guided tour through Ancient Rome’s most legendary landmarks: the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. With speedy entry, a small group size, and a licensed guide, this 3-hour experience offers a deep dive into the Eternal City’s fascinating past at an unbeatable value.

We'll begin inside the mighty Colosseum, where the stories of gladiators, emperors, and groundbreaking Roman engineering come to life. Here, you’ll enjoy sweeping views from above the arena floor and get all your questions answered by your guide.

Next, head up to Palatine Hill, the mythical birthplace of Rome and home to opulent imperial palaces, before making your way down into the Roman Forum, once the bustling centre of Roman politics, religion, and daily life.

Designed for comfort and deep insight, this small-group tour follows a relaxed pace with a carefully curated route. Space is limited so book now to experience Ancient Rome at the best price guaranteed!

## Key facts

- Price: from €20 per person
- Duration: 1h–3h
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 73 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: Carpe Diem Tours

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walking Tour - External Visit | €20 / person | English | Colosseum exterior only – no entry. Join a 1.5-hr night walk through Rome’s ancient ruins and stories. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Starting point: Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy |
| Colosseum Tour | €59 / person | English | Colosseum tour with an expert guide, including visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum for a full ancient Rome experience Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy |
| Small-Group Colosseum Tour | €79 / person | English | Small Group Colosseum tour (max 12 people) with visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy |

## What's included

- Headphones included for a clearer, more relaxed tour
- Faster Colosseum entry with access to Palatine Hill and Roman Forum (€18 value) and fee (€2 value)
- Personalised and comfortable group tour of Ancient Rome
- Highly rated experience offering great value
- Expert insights and fascinating history from a licensed guide

## Not included

- Walking Tour - External Visit, entry to the Colosseum is not included.
- Access to the arena floor is not included

## Itinerary

1. **Arch of Constantine** (10m) - We will meet in front of the epic Arch of Constantine.
2. **Colosseum** (1h 10m; admission included) - We will enter the ancient theatre. Here you'll immerse yourself in the history of gladiators and emperors with a licensed guide.
3. **Palatine Hill** (1h; admission included) - The Palatine Hill is the most beautiful and important of Rome’s seven hills, and is a must-see on any tour of the city. Here, with the aid of your guide, you can discover the birthplace of one of the greatest civilisations in history, and explore the ancient ruins of the...
4. **Roman Forum** (30m; admission included) - Enjoy unbeatable views from the balcony of the Imperial Palace, overlooking the forum with Rome's iconic skyline on the horizon. View the ancient city from the same balcony the emperors would, as they gazed upon the legendary eternal city.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 11 start times between 08:30 and 19:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

## Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, located just above the Colosseo Metro station, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign.

If you are near the Colosseum, enter the metro station and take the stairs inside to go up to the meeting point.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
- Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with matching names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID matching the name provided at booking for entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

Ranked **#72 of 140** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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