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Rome: Colosseum Guided Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

4.7 · 3,662 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 91% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by City Walkers Tours Skip the line Likely to sell out
Duration
2h–3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
25 start times between 08:30 and 15:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A straightforward licensed guide walk through all three sites, picked as the mid price fallback when the busiest tours are full, with an arena floor option.

Ticket, booking fee and headsets are included at €54 per person. The operator warns the start time can shift with ticket availability, so keep that morning loose.

In our comparison: #122 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

5 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
Coliseo Visita Guiada EspañolThe page priceSpanishDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes€54
English tour guide EnglishDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Group Tour with local expert guide! English tour with priority entry tickets. Itenerary: +Colosseum +Arch of Constantine +Roman Forum +Palace of Domitian +Palatine Hill +Temple of Antoninus and Faustine What to Expect: Dive in a 2.5 hour guided tour with professional local expertise. Immerse yourself in ancient and wonderful Roman history.€54
Visite guidée en françaisFrench€54
Führung auf DeutschGermanGuided Group Tour : with local expert guide! German tour with priority entry tickets. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes The tour includes:: Colosseum Roman Forum Palatine Hill Dive in a 2.5 hour guided tour: with professional local expertise. Immerse yourself in ancient and wonderful Roman history.€54
English tour with ArenaEnglishArena Stage: With this option, in addition to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, you will also visit the Colosseum's arena€68

Children from €36 (ages 5 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entrance ticket (Adult 18€- Child 0€)
  • Booking fee 2€
  • Licensed Guide
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of this experience covers other services.
  • Headsets
  • Underground and Belvedere Access
  • Arena Floor Access if not selected

Reviews

4.7
3,662 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 3,341 of 3,662

Star breakdown of all 3,662 ratings

5 stars
3,039 · 83%
4 stars
302 · 8%
3 stars
155 · 4%
2 stars
64 · 2%
1 star
102 · 3%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides' historical knowledge; some find the walking tiring in heat and crowds.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who explain Roman history with humour
  • Clear headsets that help travellers follow the commentary
  • Guides who find shaded stopping points and allow breaks
  • Guides who help navigate entrances, security checks and crowded sites

Complaints

  • Heavy crowds, heat and uneven paths can make the walking tiring
  • Some found the meeting point confusing, while others found the instructions clear
  • Some found commentary repetitive or hard to understand, while others praised its clarity
  • Some disliked slow pacing or overruns, while others appreciated the extra time

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 September 2026 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 the upper-floor exit of the metro station "Colosseo" (B line). Our staff will hold a "City Walkers" sign and wear a blue uniform in front of the entrance of the school "Giardino d'infanzia" Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and have a valid ID with you · Open in Google Maps
Departure
25 start times between 08:30 and 15:45 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
City Walkers Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Visiting the Colosseum is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Make the best of your Colosseum visit with this flexible experience.

Learn about the history, features and tales behind the Colosseum, the greatest entertainment venue of all times.

Find out about the political and social background of the Roman Empire before, during and after the construction of the Colosseum and get to know its purpose and its role within the Roman society.

Explore the Palatine Hill and Roman forum, and revive the Ancient Rome!

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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €36 ages 5 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 between 1 and 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 1 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 3+ days: Full refund
  • 1-3 days: 50%
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #122 of 132€542h–3h4.67 (3662)shared
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 #122 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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