Colosseum and Roman Forum Group Tour or Self Audio Guided tours
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3h
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.
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About this experience
Visit the Colosseum, the Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum with one of our tours.
Thanks to our many years of experience, we can offer two ways to visit one of the most important archaeological areas in the world and the Colosseum, a symbol of the Roman Empire. Choose a guided tour in English with an official tour guide, or choose to visit at your leisure, without having to follow a group, by booking the option of visiting the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a self-guided tour (An audioguide in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanish with 44 points of interest), which you can conveniently download onto your smartphone.
Learn the story of the Romans and its most important monuments on a tour of Ancient Rome. Enjoy a fast-track entrance to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
Your guide or audio guide will entertain you with captivating tales of the legendary spectacles in the Colosseum and the incredible history of Rome and its most iconic monuments
Available options
VIP COLOSSEUM SELFGUIDED TOUR
SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR: With this option, the VIP INSURED TICKETS allow you to cancel the tour up to 24 hours before with a full refund <br/>SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR: VISIT THE COLOSSEUM, PALATINE HILL, AND ROMAN FORUM AT YOUR OWN PACE WITH AN AUDIOGUIDED TOUR AND VIP INSURED TICKETS<br/>Starting point:<br/>Via Labicana, 96, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
ENGLISH TOUR
ENGLISH COLOSSEUM FULL TOUR : Colosseum and Roman Forum tour with English-speaking guide<br/>Starting point:<br/>Piazza di San Clemente, Piazza di S. Clemente, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
TICKET & SELF AUDIOGUIDED TOUR
See the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a SELF audio-guided tour, INCLUDING A SKIP THE LINE TICKET.<br/>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.<br/>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.<br/>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.<br/>Starting point:<br/>Via Labicana, 96, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
What's included
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry fees included
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Self Audio Guided Tours Options Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry fees included
Option Self audio-guided tour Multilingual in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Wireless headset system to hear your guide clearly
Unlimited access to all self-guided features • Unlimited use for the duration of your stay
Guided Tour Option official English-speaking tour guide for the Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Your guide will make you explore the hidden corners inside of the Colosseum, bringing the amphitheater to life.
2
Stop 2
Explore Palatine Hill, the site of an older settlement from the 9th century BC, said by the legend as the place where Romulus founded the original city of Rome.
3
Stop 3
And then explore the famous Roman Forum, the centre of life in ancient Rome where many of the oldest and most important buildings were located and the venue for public speeches, elections, criminal trials, and single combat gladiatorial matches. The enchantment of the Roman Forum - where the main market took place - and the Sacred Way - the triumphal road where the Centurions of Caesar marched after their return from the countless battles and conquests.
What's not included
Tour Guide not included with the option: Self audio-guided tour
Mobile Device and Headphones (WE SUGGEST TO COME WITH A CHARGED SMARTPHONE)
Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Available languages
Audio guide
DE
PT
EN
ZH-CN
IT
FR
ES
Guide guide
EN
Reviews breakdown
Viator
3.5
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Tripadvisor
4.3
21 reviews
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Important information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
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.
Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational resons
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.
Please note that for safety reasons the Colosseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened.
To facilitate the security checks please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.
Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley.
Can be introduced medium and small size backpacks to shoulder, which must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the entrance inspection.
Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund.
No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs to the starting time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
Pets are not allowed.
The Colosseum Management does not distribute individual tickets. We will have one group ticket for the entire group. For this reason, we are not able to give tickets to late arrivals that missed the tour!
All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
The entrance timings to the Colosseum listed here are indicative and subject to availability per each time slot. If the chosen time is not available, we will book the next available time slot.
The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicate in advance to our staff.
Meeting point
SELF-AUDIO GUIDED TOUR AND VIP AUDIO GUIDED TOURS Meet our staff at our Travel Agency at Via Labicana, 96 (300 meters from the Colosseum entrance). Our staff will give you the Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum tickets and the QR code to download the audioguide app on your SmartPhone.
Important notes
VISITORS WHO BOOKED THE GUIDED TOUR
Meeting points are at Via Delle Terme di Tito on the corner of Via Nicola Salvi. Our Staff wearing blue T-shirts branded "Tour in the City" will be on the opposite side of the street, just in front of the park entrance. Please arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
VISITORS WHO BOOKED THE SELF-AUDIO-GUIDED TOUR COLOSSEUM/PALATINE HILL AND ROMAN FORUM TICKET
The booked time refers to the entrance to the COLOSSEUM; the ticket is valid for 24 hours to visit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
The ticket redemption point is at Via Labicana 96. Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before your booking time. Our Staff will provide you with the ticket and the audio-guide App QR Code.
To download the Audioguide application you need a latest-generation smartphone not produced before 2020.
We recommend bringing headphones.
COLOSSEUM RULES FOR ALL VISITORS
Late arrivals or no-shows are not refundable. Tickets are named, timed, dated, and not refundable.
You must have a VALID PHOTO ID to enter the Colosseum (Driver's License, Passport, or State ID all work.) Security will prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and doesn't match the one on your ID.
Please note that the Colosseum's capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure even for pre-booked travelers, and it can influence the smooth running of the tour.
Due to unpredictable events, the order in which the sites are visited may vary.
The Colosseum Administration has the faculty to close the Colosseum or parts of it with or without warning.
Our Staff is not responsible if the phone number left during your booking is incorrect or inactive.
The tour duration in June, July, and August is 2 hours due to the excessive heat.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
The tour operates in every weather condition! Please dress weather accordingly.
Refund requests must be made within 48 hours after the tour day.
About Rome
Rome, the capital of Italy, is a city of ancient ruins, artistic masterpieces, and vibrant culture. Known as the Eternal City, it is a living museum where every corner tells a story of its rich history spanning over 2,500 years.
Top Attractions
Colosseum
The Colosseum is an iconic symbol of Rome and one of the most famous ancient amphitheaters in the world. It was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles.
Historical
1-2 hours
€16 (combined ticket with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill)
Vatican City
Vatican City is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome. It is the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.
Religious
Half day
€17 (Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel), Free (St. Peter's Basilica)
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum was the political, commercial, and legal hub of the Roman Republic and Empire. It is a sprawling ruin of temples, basilicas, and arches.
Historical
1-2 hours
€16 (combined ticket with Colosseum and Palatine Hill)
Pantheon
The Pantheon is a former Roman temple, now a church, known for its large dome and oculus. It is one of the best-preserved ancient buildings in Rome.
Historical
30 minutes to 1 hour
Free
Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain is a Baroque masterpiece and the largest fountain in Rome. It is a popular spot for visitors to throw coins and make wishes.
Architecture
15-30 minutes
Free
Must-Try Local Dishes
Cacio e Pepe
A simple yet delicious pasta dish made with Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper.
Pasta
Vegetarian
Carbonara
A rich pasta dish made with eggs, Pecorino Romano, guanciale (cured pork cheek), and black pepper.
Pasta
Contains pork and eggs
Supplì
Fried rice balls filled with mozzarella and tomato sauce.
Snack
Vegetarian (some variations may contain meat)
Carciofi alla Romana
Artichokes braised with garlic, mint, and olive oil.
Vegetable
Vegetarian
Popular Activities
Hiking in the Appian Way Regional Park
Biking along the Tiber River
Rock climbing in the nearby mountains
Picnicking in Villa Borghese Gardens
Boating on Lake Albano
Enjoying a spa day at a luxury hotel
Visiting the Vatican Museums
Attending an opera at the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma
Best Time to Visit
April to June, September to October
Spring and fall offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds compared to the summer peak. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
15-30°C
59-86°F
Practical Information
Language
- Official: Italian
- Widely spoken: English, Spanish, French
- English: Moderately spoken
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Time Zone
GMT+1 (CET), GMT+2 (CEST during daylight saving time)
Electricity
230VV, 50HzHz
Safety Information
Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe
Rome is generally safe for tourists, but pickpocketing and scams can be a problem in crowded areas. Be aware of your surroundings and take precautions to protect your belongings.
Important Precautions:
- • Keep valuables secure and out of sight
- • Use official taxis or ride-sharing services
- • Be cautious of strangers approaching you with petitions or bracelets
Getting there
By air
- Leonardo da Vinci International Airport • 35 km from city center
- Ciampino Airport • 15 km from city center
By train
Roma Termini, Roma Tiburtina
By bus
Tiburtina Bus Station, Roma Termini
Getting around
Public transport
The metro system is efficient and covers major tourist areas. It operates from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Taxis
Available • Apps: Uber, FreeNow
Rentals
Car, Bike, Scooter
Neighborhoods
Trastevere
Monti
Prancipio
Testaccio
Day trips
Ostia Antica
30 km from Rome • Half day
An ancient Roman port city with well-preserved ruins, including a theater, baths, and mosaics. It offers a glimpse into daily life in ancient Rome.
Tivoli
30 km from Rome • Full day
A picturesque town known for its stunning villas and gardens, including the famous Villa d'Este with its elaborate fountains and gardens.
Orvieto
120 km from Rome • Full day
A charming hilltop town known for its stunning cathedral, underground caves, and local wine. It offers a mix of history, culture, and scenic views.
Festivals
Natale di Roma • April 21
Festa de' Noantri • July
Rome Film Festival • October
Pro tips
- Visit major attractions early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds
- Use public transport or walk instead of taking taxis to save money and experience the city like a local
- Try local specialties and ask for recommendations from locals and restaurant staff
- Dress modestly when visiting religious sites and be respectful of local customs and traditions
- Be aware of pickpockets and scams, especially in crowded areas and tourist hotspots
From $25
per person
Price varies by option
Secure booking
Free cancellation available
