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Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Guided Tour

4.8 · 732 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Carpe Diem Tours
Duration
1h–3h
Group
Shared, up to 12 travellers
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 15:00, 15:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

The value pick among the small group walks: quicker entry, a licensed guide and all three sites from €69 per person, with the arena floor as a paid add on.

A detail nobody else advertises: the Colosseum is free on the first Sunday of the month, and this tour is discounted on those days. Order can flip with ticket times.

In our comparison: #78 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Colosseum TourThe page priceEnglish, SpanishColosseum tour with an expert guide, including visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.€69
Small-Group Colosseum TourEnglishSmall Group Colosseum tour with a maximum of 12 people, and visits to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum. Duration: 3 hours€79

Children from €59 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Optional Arena Floor access available for an additional fee.
  • Colosseum entry ticket included (€18–€24 value, depending on option).
  • Top-rated small-group tour, offering excellent value.
  • Expert insights and history provided by a licensed guide.
  • This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected.
  • Personalised, guided group tour of Ancient Rome for a comfortable experience.
  • Faster access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum.
  • Access to the Arena floor (available if selected for an additional fee)

Reviews

4.8
732 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 692 of 732

Star breakdown of all 732 ratings

5 stars
653 · 89%
4 stars
39 · 5%
3 stars
21 · 3%
2 stars
8 · 1%
1 star
11 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and storytelling, though some struggled to hear or understand the commentary

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of Roman history and archaeology
  • Stories, photos and demonstrations that help visitors picture ancient Rome
  • Small groups that feel personal and inclusive
  • Guides adjust the pace and make stops for shade, water and comfort
  • Guides keep the group together and navigate crowded sites

Complaints

  • Some struggled to hear or understand the guide because of microphone faults or unclear English
  • Booking changes were not communicated correctly, leaving some travellers unable to take the tour
  • Some faced long entrance queues, while others reported getting past the lines quickly
  • Lots of walking and stairs, with hot weather adding to the effort

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (9 October 2024 to 22 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please meet us in front the Arch of Constantine. Your guide will be holding a Yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start time. Late arrivals will not be eligible for refunds. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 15:00, 15:30 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour will either finish in the Roman Forum or the Colosseum, depending on which monument we start with, where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring the area.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Carpe Diem Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €59 ages 5 to 17

Cancellation policy

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.

  • 3+ days: Full refund
  • 0-3 days: No refund

Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #78 of 132€691h–3h4.8 (732)shared, max 12
Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour€1293h4.99 (1367)shared
German Colosseum and Roman Forum€993h4.98 (686)shared
Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People€1493h4.94 (3890)shared

Ranked #78 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

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