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Ultimate Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Small Group Tour

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3h
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Overview

Guidekin summary

An in depth version of the three site walk for people who want the Palatine palaces treated as seriously as the Colosseum, in a small group with time for questions. Tickets, reservation fee and taxes are included at €149 per person. The group does not wait for late arrivals, and there are stairs and uneven ground throughout.

From the guide

Explore Ancient Rome on this small group tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide. Learn about Roman history in the places where the events took place, hearing stories about the bloody gladiatorial fights in the Colosseum. Visiting the magnificent temples and buildings of the Roman Forum is an opportunity to learn about the daily lives of the Romans. You’ll also explore the evocative ruins of the imperial palaces on the Palatine on this Rome group tour, specially designed to optimize your time.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 9 start times between 08:15 and 15:45
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 9 start times between 08:15 and 15:45 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Headsets (for groups for six or more)
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person) & reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Small group size
All Fees and Taxes
In-depth Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour with fluent English-speaking Guide
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

What's Not Included

Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
Food and Beverages
Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Roman Forum Stop 1
It is a rectangular forum surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. Citizens of the ancient city referred to this space, originally a marketplace, as the Forum Magnum, or simply the Forum.
1h
Admission included
Tempio di Romolo Stop 2
It is another rare example of a well-preserved Roman monument. It's intact because it was turned into the entrance to the Church of Saints Cosma and Damiano, still functioning today
Pass by
Casa delle Vestali Stop 3
It was the residence of Vestal Virgins, located behind the circular Temple of Vesta at the eastern edge of the Roman Forum, between the Regia and the Palatine Hill. The domus publica, where the Pontifex Maximus dwelled, was located near the Atrium until that role was assumed by the emperors.
10 min
Tempio di Saturno Stop 4
Its ruins stand at the foot of the Capitoline Hill at the western end of the Roman Forum. The original dedication of the temple is traditionally dated to 497 BC, but ancient writers disagreed greatly about the history of this site.
Pass by
Basilica of Maxentius Stop 5
It is an ancient building in the Roman Forum. It was the largest building in the Forum, and the last Roman basilica built in the city.
10 min
Basilica Julia Stop 6
It was a structure that once stood in the Roman Forum. It was a large, ornate, public building used for meetings and other official business during the Roman Empire.
10 min
Palatine Hill Stop 7
It is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire." The site is now mainly a large open-air museum while the Palatine Museum houses many finds from the excavations here and from other ancient Italian sites.
30 min
Admission included
Piazza del Colosseo Stop 8
It is a square in the center of Rome between Via dei Fori Imperiali and Via Claudia. It is located on the border of rione Monti, Campitelli and Celio districts. The square can be reached from the Colosseo Metro Station on the B line of the Rome Metro.
5 min
Arch of Constantine Stop 9
Built in 315AD and noted by its triple arches, this structure commemorates Constantine's victory over Maxentuis.
Pass by
Colosseum Stop 10
Perhaps the best-preserved of the monuments of ancient Rome, this huge marble structure was built to hold more than 50,000 spectators to witness bloody contests of might and the slaughter of wild beasts.
1h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

In front of the Cafe/Restaurant Angelino ai Fori, Largo Corrado Ricci, 43A. Your guide will have a Through Eternity sign/flag.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • As this is a walking tour with steps, staircases and uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes in advance and at the right meeting point as we cannot wait for late arrivals
  • Please advise during the booking process if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
  • Upon booking, please email the ages of all children traveling with you (email in ticket voucher)
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or government issued photo ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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