--- title: Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Rome lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 49 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 223 duration_minutes: 120 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [pt, en, fa, it, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 118 of 140 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/guided-tour-of-colosseum-roman-forum-palatine-hill-in-rome/ --- # Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Rome **Guidekin's take:** A no frills guided tour of the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine sold as a regular group at €49 per person, a semi private group or a fully private version, so you pick the intimacy rather than the operator. Entry ticket and reservation fee are included. The listing says little about extras, so confirm headsets and meeting details when you book. ## Overview Guided Tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Experience the glory of Ancient Rome with an expert-led guided tour through its most iconic landmarks. Start your journey at the Colosseum, the world’s largest ancient amphitheater and a masterpiece of Roman engineering, where stories of gladiators and ancient spectacles come to life. Continue to the Roman Forum, the historic center of political, social, and religious life in the Roman Empire. Walk among ruins where senators, citizens, and emperors once stood. Then, explore Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to imperial palaces, offering breathtaking views over the city’s ancient heart. This immersive tour provides a deep dive into Roman history, architecture, and culture , a perfect experience for history lovers and curious travelers alike. Book now and relive the grandeur of ancient Rome with every step... ## Key facts - Price: from €49 per person - Duration: 2h–3h - Rating: 4.68/5 from 223 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Sun Tours Travels ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | External Guided Tour | €49 / person | English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, FA | Colosseum : Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill from the outside. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: 1 hour 30 minutes: During this 1.5-hour walk, your guide will explain the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill... | | Colosseo Guided tour (Group) | €75 / person | English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, FA | - | | Semi Private (max 7 people) | €107 / person | English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, FA | Duration: 2 hours: Colosseum : 1 hour Palatine Hill : 30minutes Foro Romano : 30minutes Semi Private Tour of Colosseo: Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a Live Guide. Maximum 7 PAX | | Private guided Tour Colosseum | €229 / person | English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, FA | Private Tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill An Exclusive Journey into the Heart of Ancient Rome Duration: 2 hours: Colosseum : 1 hour Palatine Hill : 30minutes Foro Romano : 30minutes | ## What's included - Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) - Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person) - Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (1h) - Your journey into ancient Rome begins at the Colosseum, one of the world’s most iconic landmarks. With your expert guide, you’ll learn the true history behind this extraordinary amphitheater—its political intrigues, its real gladiatorial battles, and the engineering genius... 2. **Palatine Hill** (30m) - Your next stop takes you back to the very beginnings of Rome. The Palatine Hill is known as the place where Romulus founded the city in 753 BC, a legendary decision that ended in tragedy for his twin brother, Remus. As you explore this ancient hill, your guide will bring... 3. **Roman Forum** (30m) - The Roman Forum, together with the Via Sacra the Sacred Way formed the vibrant heart of ancient Rome. This was the place where the entire life of the city unfolded. In this busy and crowded center, you would have found merchants negotiating prices, senators delivering public... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## How it compares in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours Ranked **#118 of 140** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour](https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) — 4.99 (1264) 2. 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