--- 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: 4.81 reviews: 78 duration_minutes: 60 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 70 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 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. In our comparison: #70 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## 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! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Your guide will be waiting at Largo… - Max 12 people: small group - 7 start times: between 08:30 and 19:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €15: ages 5 to 17 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €20 per person for the Walking Tour - External Visit option; other options up to €79 - Duration: 1h–3h - Rating: 4.81/5 from 78 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Carpe Diem Tours - Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 13:30, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.81 from 78 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 73 of 78. - 5 stars: 72 (92%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 3 (4%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise clear, engaging explanations of ancient Rome; some report that entry to monuments was not included **Praised:** - Clear explanations that help visitors understand the ancient ruins - Lively storytelling and humour that keep the history engaging - Visual aids that help visitors picture the sites in the past - Friendly guides who welcome questions and involve the whole group - Useful recommendations for restaurants and other sights in Rome **Complaints:** - Some report that admission to monuments was not included - Considerable walking, sometimes in very hot conditions Written by Guidekin from the 64 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-08-02 to 2026-09-30); last checked 2026-10-03. ## 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: 08:30, 09:30, 10:00, 13:30, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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.
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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EilMLmdvIEdhZXRhbmEgQWduZXNpLCAwMDE4NCBSb21hIFJNLCBJdGFseSIuKiwKFAoSCceVSca2YS8TERw8YpiRW1b5EhQKEgm7jpL5lmEvExE4bmWTBncPuQ Ends: We finish with one of Rome's best panaromic shots from the balcony of the imperial palace, overlooking the entirety of the ancient city. At this point, you can spend more time inside the area or choose one of the three exits. ## 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. ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #70 of 132** | €20 | 1h–3h | 4.81 (78) | shared, max 12 | | [Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour](/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared | | [German Colosseum and Roman Forum](/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared | | [Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/?format=md) | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | shared | Ranked #70 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/colosseum-tours/?format=md ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-palatine-hill-and-roman-forum-guided-group-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md