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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Walking Tour

4.8 · 116 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Roman Way
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared, up to 12 travellers
Guide languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
15 start times between 09:00 and 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A three site walk sold in many shapes: express, small group, arena express or even an underground option, so the same operator covers most needs from €63 per person.

Entry, reservation fee, licensed guide and wireless headsets are included, children's tickets are free. Wrong names on the booking mean no entry and no refund.

In our comparison: #67 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

6 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
Express TourThe page priceEnglishDuration: 1 hour Colosseum - Express: Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tour not included - only access€62
Visite en françaisFrench€64
Guided Tour in SpanishSpanish€64
Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Group TourEnglish€79
Small GroupEnglishGroup of maximum 12 pax€107

Children from €9 (ages 4 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Admission to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (Adult:18€ - Child 0€)
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Wi-Fi Headsets
  • Pick up/Drop Off
  • Gratuities

Reviews

4.8
116 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 111 of 116

Star breakdown of all 116 ratings

5 stars
106 · 91%
4 stars
5 · 4%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
4 · 3%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and enthusiasm, though some find the commentary too dense or repetitive.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who connect the ancient sites through history and stories
  • Humour, enthusiasm and detailed answers to questions
  • Guides seek out shade and offer water and rest breaks
  • Help navigating crowds and getting through entry checks

Complaints

  • Lots of walking and climbing can be tiring, especially in the heat
  • Some enjoy the detailed commentary, while others find it dry or repetitive
  • Some find joining straightforward, while others report unclear or incorrect instructions
  • Some report delays or changes to the scheduled start time

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 October 2022 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The meeting point is Close to "Caffè Roma" Our staff will be waiting for you with a Roman Way sign Please arrive 20 minutes before the starting time Please bring an ID · Open in Google Maps
Departure
15 start times between 09:00 and 15:00, daily except Wed; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
After the tour ends, you will have some free time to spend inside the Roman Forum
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Roman Way; 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

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

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

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €9 ages 4 to 17

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

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 · #67 of 132€632h 30m4.82 (116)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 #67 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

From €63 per adult · Express Tour