Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum - small group tour

Skip the line and explore ancient Rome’s most famous attractions

See Rome’s three most famous historical attractions in a single day. Your group will take in the still-standing arcades and battle-staging areas of The Colosseum; the old markets and political arenas of the Roman Forum; and the remnants of emperor’s palaces and gardens at Palatine Hill—all with special Skip-the-Line access that lets you spend your time sightseeing, rather than waiting in entry lines. Guiding you will be an English-speaking expert in Roman history, whose knowledge helps bring these ancient sites to vibrant life.

DEPARTURE

APRIL 1st until OCTOBER 31st tours runs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 am 

November 1st until March 31st tours start at 9:00 am on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

DURATION

Approx. 3 hours

PERIOD

Year-round

LANGUAGE

English 

People on this tour: min 1 - max 18

What's Included in this tour:

• Expert, English-speaking tour guide

• Small groups of 18 people or less

• Skip-the-Line access the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

• All entrance tickets & reservation fees

• Dedicated audio headsets so you don't miss a thing

What we love about this tour:

• Delve into the fascinating — and bloody — history of The Colosseum, the iconic amphitheater of ancient Rome

• Discover the hub of the ancient city, the Roman Forum — once home to bustling markets, festivals, temples, and senatorial debates

• Wander among the ruined emperors’ palaces and still-blooming gardens of Palatine Hill, the oldest of the seven hills of Rome

• Skip entry lines to spend more time sightseeing

Your tour itinerary

We start our adventure at the symbol of Rome — the Colosseum. One of the world’s most iconic sights, the Colosseum is the first stop for most visitors. Without an idea of the battles and politics that played out here, you'll only come to understand a small portion of its majesty. Our guides are experts in history and archaeology, so they’re the perfect candidates to lead your Colosseum adventure, telling you just what Gladiator had wrong and how this incredible amphitheater once hosted re-enactments of sea battles.

No visit to Ancient Rome would be complete without going a little further back — to the very beginning. We’ll explore the Palatine Hill, the legendary site where warring brothers Remus and Romulus fought over land, and where Romulus founded the settlement that would eventually become Rome.

We’ll also explore the Roman Forum — the heart of the Roman Republic that inspired so many modern democracies. Home to the bustling marketplace, ruled by moneylenders and shopkeepers, this was Rome at its finest. Here politicians held rallies before elections, soldiers marched triumphantly down the Via Sacra, and the Vestal Virgins decided if men lived or died.

Important information:

Some of the venues or parts of the venues may be subject to last-minute, unforeseen closures. When this occurs, we will offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised tour length.

Due to increased security measures at many attractions, some lines may form on tours with 'Skip-the-Line' access.

Important to Know:

• Please note that due to current Coronavirus, the Italian Government's directives and safety policies, all customers will be required to bring and wear it’s own mask during the entire visit. Temperature checks will also take place at tour venues; if your temperature is above 37.5°C you will unfortunately not be able to attend the tour.

• Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 20 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded.

• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour.

• This tour runs rain or shine.

Important to Bring: 

• Good walking shoes. The tour includes both hillside paths and stairs.

• A hat, sunscreen, and bottled water. Many parts of the itinerary are not shaded.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND NOTES:

• Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them.

• Even with the skip-the-line entrance, there is still a compulsory security check which may cause some delays in entering the museum. 
  

Terms and conditions: 


• You can cancel or modify your tour date and time up to 96 hours before arrival/ departure free of charge. If your tour modification is of greater value, you are subject to the price increase. 

• Any cancellations made within 96 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.

• Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult to join a tour or an activity.