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Colosseum Tour with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum

4.8 · 33 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Republic Experiences Likely to sell out
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

A small group version of the budget three site walk, with a licensed guide, headsets and a relaxed pace, and the arena floor as a paid add on.

Entry ticket to all three sites is included at €69 per person, transport and food are not. The external visit option never goes inside, so pick the guided tier.

In our comparison: #65 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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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. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Colosseum TourThe page priceVisit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a guided group tour with headsets for clear commentary. Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy€69
Small-Group Colosseum TourSmall 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€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

  • Engaging small-group tour of Ancient Rome with a licensed guide sharing expert insights and stories
  • Highly rated experience offering great value for money
  • Relaxed pace with a carefully planned itinerary and headsets provided so you won’t miss a word
  • This tour is offered in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
  • Colosseum entry ticket (€18 value) with access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum
  • Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside
  • Access to the Arena floor is not included unless specifically selected for an additional fee
  • Transportation, food, and drinks

Reviews

4.8
33 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 32 of 33

Star breakdown of all 33 ratings

5 stars
29 · 88%
4 stars
3 · 9%
3 stars
1 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and engaging delivery; some find parts of the tour drawn out.

Praised

  • Detailed historical explanations give context to the ruins
  • Engaging storytelling and humour keep adults and children interested
  • Small group format appreciated by travellers
  • Views over Rome and opportunities to take photos

Complaints

  • Some find sections of the tour drawn out, while others praise the pace

Written by Guidekin from the 31 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (30 October 2019 to 21 August 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
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., 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. 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)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Republic Experiences; 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
  • Walking Tour - External Visit option does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included Transportation, food, and drinks
  • 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 · #65 of 132€691h–3h4.85 (33)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 #65 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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