Exclusive small group Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum tour
Do this because
- Visit the Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world
- Learn about life in ancient Rome from your expert guide
- Enjoy free time in the Amphitheater and Roman Forum
What to expect
Enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum, the undisputed example of ancient Romans' architectural mastery, testimony to the glorious past of the city and one of the 7 wonders of the modern world! Your expert guide will tell you all you need to know about the history and structure of this imposing amphitheater, about its importance and the games and gladiators' fights that took place in it. Once the guided visit is concluded, you'll have free time to tour the area, before embarking upon the second part of the tour.
Palatine Hill, is one of the seven hills of Rome, the one where Romulus, the first king of Rome, chose to found his city back in 753 BC. Here you'll admire the ruins of several Roman palaces as well as stunning views across the city. Lastly, reach the Roman Forum, where you'll learn what life was like for the Romans of that era and where you'll understand the importance of this place, considered the political, social and economic center of the city. Once the tour is finished, you can choose to remain inside the Forum and continue visiting on your own.
Important to know
Not allowed:
- Scissors, pocket knives, aerosols and liquids, even if less than 100ml (except for water)
Know in advance:
- Children (age 0-4) can join for free and do not require a ticket
- Only small bags are allowed inside the Colosseum
- Please note the tour will either start with the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill depending on the time of tickets that the local tour operator was able to purchase
- The group size is 20 maximum
Remember to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water and a jacket or an umbrella if rain is forecasted
What’s included
Guided walking tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Local guide
Small group experience
Cancellation policy
Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Carpe Diem Rome
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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