
Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine
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September 2026
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4.5/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine worth booking?
Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $59 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $59 per person
This fun and exciting family friendly tour is a great way to experience Rome. The tour includes Rome’s most famous landmark - the Colosseum - as well as the Forum and the Emperors' House. In the company of an expert guid
What you get
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- kids friendly guide
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
About this experience
This fun and exciting family friendly tour is a great way to experience Rome. The tour includes Rome’s most famous landmark - the Colosseum - as well as the Forum and the Emperors' House. In the company of an expert guide, you will embark on a fascinating journey through time, to ancient Rome. You’ll hear tales of the characters who played a role in the Colosseum’s history, and the combats that were staged in front of thousands of spectators.
What's included
Included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- kids friendly guide
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through some of the most important sites of Ancient Rome, and you’ll walk in the footsteps of the emperors and gladiators. You’ll be sure to learn a great deal about the historical heart of the Roman Empire.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
Walking along the original cobblestone Roman roads, you’ll feel as if you’re 2,000 years back in time. You and the entire family will marvel at the ruins of temples, ancient courthouses, the Imperial Palace, the altar of Julius Caesar, and the Arches of Constantine and Titus, and more.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
At the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit - ground level (there is only one exit, just in front of the monument) street address is: Via dei Fori Imperiali in front of the Colosseum. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
At the newsagent in front of the Colosseum Metro Station Exit - ground level (there is only one exit, just in front of the monument) street address is: Via dei Fori Imperiali in front of the Colosseum. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Blue Tours
Know before you go
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Engaging and insightful guided tour of the collosseum and a forum.
The guide (Sara) was really knowledgable and engaging. We all discovered things we didn’t know before and really enjoyed the visit. To have a guide gives you the stories that you can’t see, it’s the best way to see and hear the history of Rome!
via Viator
Colosseum Tour
We enjoyed our tour guide. She interacted with the kids (range of ages from 7 to 15 years old) in our group very well and kept them interested. She had some intriguing facts to share about the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill. I would recommend this tour to families.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $59 to $419
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Family Friendly Rome Colosseum Tour with Forums Palatine start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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