Colosseum Small Group Experience Official Guided Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Colosseum

   In 1990, the Colosseum, along with all the historical centre of Rome, the Vatican extraterritorial zones in Italy and the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, while in July 2007 was included among the New seven Wonders of the World.

   90 minutes here · Admission included

2. Roman Forum

   Roman Forum, Latin Forum Romanum, the most important forum in ancient Rome, is situated on low ground between the Palatine and Capitoline hills. The Roman Forum was the scene of public meetings, law courts, and gladiatorial combats in republican times and was lined with shops and open-air markets. Under the empire, when it primarily became a centre for religious and secular spectacles and ceremonies, it was the site of many of the city’s most imposing temples and monuments. Among the structures surviving in whole or in part are the Temple of Castor and Pollux, the Temple of the Deified Caesar, the Mamertine Prison, the Curia (senate house), the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Romulus, the Arch of Titus, the Arch of Septimius Severus, and the Cloaca Maxima.

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3. Arch of Constantine

   The Arch of Constantine (Italian: Arco di Costantino) is a triumphal arch in Rome dedicated to the emperor Constantine the Great. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. Situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, the arch spans the Via Triumphalis, the route taken by victorious military leaders when they entered the city in a triumphal procession. [a] Dedicated in 315, it is the largest Roman triumphal arch, with overall dimensions of[1] 21 m (69 ft) high, 25.9 m (85 ft) wide and 7.4 m (24 ft) deep. It has three bays, the central one being 11.5 m (38 ft) high and 6.5 m (21 ft) wide and the laterals 7.4 m (24 ft) by 3.4 m (11 ft) each. The arch is constructed of brick-faced concrete reverted in marble.

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4. Temple of Venus and Roma

   The Temple of Venus and Roma (Latin: Templum Veneris et Romae) is thought to have been the largest temple in Ancient Rome. Located on the Velian Hill, between the eastern edge of the Forum Romanum and the Colosseum, in Rome, it was dedicated to the goddesses Venus Felix ("Venus the Bringer of Good Fortune") and Roma Aeterna ("Eternal Rome"). The building was the creation of the emperor Hadrian and construction began in 121. It was officially inaugurated by Hadrian in 135 and finished in 141 under Antoninus Pius. Damaged by fire in 307,[1] it was restored with alterations by the emperor Maxentius.

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5. Palatine Hill

   The Palatine Hill, (/ˈpælətaɪn/; Latin: Collis Palatium or Mons Palatinus; Italian: Palatino [palaˈtiːno]) which is the centremost of the Seven Hills of Rome, 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. Imperial palaces were built here, starting with Augustus. Before imperial times the hill was mostly occupied by the houses of the rich. The hill originally had two summits separated by depression; the highest part was called Palatium and the other Germalus (or Cermalus). Using the Forma Urbis its perimeter enclosed 63 acres (25 ha); while the Regional Catalogues of the 4th century enclose 131 acres (53 ha).

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Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR

  See the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a SELF audio-guided tour, INCLUDING A SKIP THE LINE TICKET. TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR: WITH THIS OPTION, THE TOUR GUIDE IS NOT INCLUDED. See the Colosseum,/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum with a SELF audio-guided TOUR. TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: The duration of this tour may vary depending on how long you will spend in each sight and on time spent passing the security. TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR: Our staff will give you the Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum tickets and the QR code to download the audioguide App.

• English GUIDED tour

  English speaking guide: COLOSSEUM/ PALATINE HILL / ROMAN FORUM GUIDED TOUR

• LAST MINUTE TICKET & SELF TOUR

  LIMITED AVAILABILITY: These tickets are MORE EXPENSIVE because they are linked to a special card and are among the only options still available. TICKET & AUDIOGUIDED TOUR: With this OPTION, you can visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a SELF audio-guided tour and TICKETS. Duration: 3 hours: The duration of this tour may vary depending on how long you will spend in each site and on time spent passing the security. LAST MINUTE TICKET & SELF TOUR: See the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a SELF audio-guided tour.

Before you book

Cancellation

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Languages

de, pt, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Rome Colosseum Tours | Official Guided Tours

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
• 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 be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
• Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
• All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
• The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
• Each traveler 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.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Pets are not allowed inside the venue
• All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
• If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
• The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
• Tour Guide not included if the Auodioguided tour option is chosen

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