Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
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Is Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill worth booking?
Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill is a 2.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $3 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 2,355 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (2,355)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $3 per person
Our goal is to make the best tour experience for our customers. We set a limit in our group size so that the tour guide has time to answer the questions of each and any of tour participants. We have carefully chosen the
What you get
About this experience
Our goal is to make the best tour experience for our customers. We set a limit in our group size so that the tour guide has time to answer the questions of each and any of tour participants. We have carefully chosen the best tour guides so that our clients get the most out of every tour. Their local expertise brings added value to our tours and main goal of achieving the best satisfactory experience for each client. Be guided by a professional local expert tour guide. Grasp the ancient beauty of Colosseum, symbol of the eternal city of Rome. You will take a stroll through the Roman Forum where spectacular ancient temples are still standing after 2000 years. You will walk through the Palatine Hill where Roman Emperors lived.
What's included
Included
- Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entrance ticket (Adult 18€- Child 0€)
- Official Tour Guide
- Headsets to Hear the Guide Better
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Not included
- Any private expenses not included
- tips not included
- Arena Floor & Underground of the Colosseum not included
- Upper tiers (Attico) are not included
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Dive into the ancient history of the Colosseum. The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, is an oval magnificent architecture in the center of Rome. Built of travertine, tuff and brick-faced concrete. It is the largest construction ever build in ancient Rome. It is situated just east of the Roman Forum. Emperor Vespasian began the construction in 72 AD and was completed in 80 AD by its successor Titus.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
The roman Forum also known Forum Romanum is a plaza surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient Rome governments buildings at the center of the city. Originally a marketplace, the citizens of the ancient city referred to this place as the Forum Magnum. Dive yourself in the ancient culture to learn the way of life Rome’s predecessors lived.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Palatine Hill
The Palatine Hill is the only hill from the Seven Hills of Rome situated in the center of Rome. It is the most ancient place of the city, 40 meters above the Roman Forum, looking down upon the Circus Maximus. Augustus Imperial palaces were built here.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
The meeting point is located at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 5, on the second floor of the Colosseo metro station. It is in front of the entrance to the primary school. Our staff will be wearing a light blue uniform with the City Walkers logo. Please arrive 20 minutes earlier and bring a valid ID with you
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
After the tour finishes your guide will show you the exit or if you want to stay more will advise you what to see.
Options you can book
English Colosseum Guided Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided tour in German
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Tour in italiano
Visite guidée en français
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Coliseo Visita Guiada Español
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Coliseo, Foro Romano y Colina Palatina Salta La Linea Visita Guiada en Grupo. Guía Español
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Walkers Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that entry to the Colosseum requires passing through a metal detector security check. On busy days, a short queue may form for this procedure.
- 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 will result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill first and then the Colosseum.
- The customers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to meet the guide and guarantee a smooth departure of the tour. Late arrivals will not be accomodate and no refund will be due
- Colosseum tickets have a strict entry time: customers who will not show up at the meeting point will miss the entrance and no refund will be due.
- 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.
- The meeting time might change by 30 minutes. In this case we will inform you in advance
- Not suitable for customers with mobility impairments
- Not suitable for customers with hearing impairments (headsets are used during the tour)
- Not suitable for customers with mobility impairments
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,356 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
2,356 verified traveler reviews for Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lots of steps but worth...
Lots of steps but worth the effort, our guide was a wealth of information and apart from being very hot it was a wonderful tour. Recommend you do an early tour to avoid the heat. JM
via Viator
Nice skip the line tour
The guide was extremely knowledgeable. Wish that the ticket price included more of the areas that cost extra.
via Tripadvisor
Georgia was a wonderful...
Georgia was a wonderful guide! It was great to go through these Roman ruins with historical background.
via Viator
Would recommend this tour...
Would recommend this tour to a friend. Simon was our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable. The meeting point was easy to find.
via Viator
Under the Scorching Roman Sun
Despite the hottest day in Roman history on this day, our tour guide did a heroic trip in giving our group a great history of these sites.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $3 to $670
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 824
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill cost?
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Prices start at $3 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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill 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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 2,355 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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill?
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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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill 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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill?
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Around 824 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 Rome: Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill 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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