--- title: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 25 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.76 reviews: 74 duration_minutes: 60 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en, es] rank_in_category: 80 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/guided-group-tour-of-colosseum-palatine-hill-and-roman-forum/ --- # Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum **Guidekin's take:** Another budget group tour of the three sites from the same family of listings, with a licensed guide, headsets and views down onto the arena from above. Entry ticket, Forum and Palatine access and the reservation fee are included at €25 per person. No arena floor on any option, and the external visit tier never goes inside. In our comparison: #80 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore Ancient Rome on our top-rated group tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum in just 3 hours. Enjoy engaging, expert commentary from a licensed guide. Your adventure begins at the Colosseum, where your guide brings gladiators, emperors, and Roman ingenuity to life as you take in sweeping views from above the arena floor, perfect for memorable photos. Next, ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to lavish imperial palaces, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the vibrant heart of public life in ancient times. With a relaxed pace and plenty of opportunities to engage with your guide, this tour offers a rich and comfortable journey through Ancient Rome. If you select the Colosseum Nightfall Walking Tour, inside Colosseum access is not included, giving you more time to enjoy its exterior beauty. ## 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 €25 per person for the Walking Tour - External Visit option; other options up to €79 - Duration: 1h–3h - Rating: 4.76/5 from 74 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Rome Italy Travel - Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers - Guide languages: English, Spanish - 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 4.76 from 74 ratings on Guidekin & Viator. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 70 of 74. - 5 stars: 66 (89%) - 4 stars: 4 (5%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (4%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge and small groups; the main caveat is the physical effort in summer heat. **Praised:** - Clear explanations of Roman history through stories and humour - Small groups that make the visit feel personal - Guides find shaded stops and accommodate slower walkers - Guides keep children engaged in the history - Time for photos and answers to questions **Complaints:** - Summer heat and extensive walking can make the tour physically demanding - Some praise the pacing, while others report shortened visits or missed sites Written by Guidekin from the 73 most recent English reviews on Viator (2020-09-24 to 2026-09-07); 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 | €25 / person | English | External visit of the Colosseum only – no entry. Discover Rome’s ruins, history, and stories on a 1.5-hour night walk. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Starting point: Largo Gaetana Agnesi, L.go Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | | Colosseum Tour | €59 / person | English | Discover Rome’s Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a guided group tour. Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | | Small-Group Colosseum Tour | €79 / person | English | With up to 12 people per tour, you’ll explore Ancient Rome at a relaxed pace and enjoy personalised attention from your guide Duration: 3 hours Starting point: Arch of Constantine, P.za del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy | ## What's included - Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person) - Headsets provided for clear audio throughout the tour - Colosseum ticket (€18 value) and access to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum - Licensed expert guide providing rich historical insights - This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected ## Not included - Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside. - Arena access is not included in any of the options. ## Itinerary 1. **Arch of Constantine** (pass by, no stop) - Meet your guide in the shadow of a triumphal arch. Built in the 4th century CE, this monument commemorates Emperor Constantine’s defeat of his rival, Maxentius. It is one of ancient Rome’s best-preserved triumphal monuments and stands just a short walk from the Colosseum. 2. **Colosseum** (1h; admission included) - Save hours standing in line and step straight inside the Colosseum with speedier access. Your expert guide will transport you back to the times of the Roman Empire. Expect fascinating facts and masterful storytelling. Discover what it was really like to watch gladiator fights... 3. **Via Sacra** (pass by, no stop) - Follow in the footsteps of the Caesars as you walk the Via Sacra (Sacred Way). This was the route victorious generals and their legions took into the Roman Forum, parading their spoils and captives to the crowds. But before you make your way into the Forum, you'll be climbing... 4. **Palatine Hill** (30m; admission included) - Your next stop is the hill where Rome was founded. According to legend, it was here that Romulus killed his twin brother Remus before founding the Eternal City in 753 BC. The Palatine Hill gives us our word “palace” because it was home to Rome’s rich and powerful. Explore the... 5. **Roman Forum** (45m; admission included) - The last stop on your tour takes you into the heart of the ancient city. Discover what life was like for everyday Romans as you explore the social, religious, and political hub of the Roman Empire. Marvel at the remains of 2,000-year-old temples, triumphal arches, basilicas... ## 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: The tour may end inside of Colosseum depending on tickets where you will be left to either leave or spend more time exploring it., The tour will finish in the Roman Forum where you can explore further or head to one of the there exits. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Walking Tour - External Visit option 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 all travellers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. - Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #80 of 132** | €25 | 1h–3h | 4.76 (74) | 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 #80 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/guided-group-tour-of-colosseum-palatine-hill-and-roman-forum/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md