About this experience
You don’t need to break the bank to experience Ancient Rome. This group tour is a convenient way to explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with expert commentary from a licensed guide, all in just 3 hours.
Designed with comfort, insight, and accessibility in mind, this group tour gives you plenty of time to explore and ask questions. The tour begins inside the iconic Colosseum, where your licensed guide brings its history to life with vivid stories of gladiators, emperors, and Roman engineering. You’ll also enjoy stunning views from above the arena.
Then, you’ll visit Palatine Hill, Rome’s legendary birthplace and home to its most lavish imperial residences, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the bustling hub of politics, religion, and daily Roman life.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr–3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr–3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each traveller must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
What is included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (€18 per person; €24 per person if Arena access is included)
- Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
- Group tour of Ancient Rome’s top sites with a licensed expert guide
- This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
- Entry to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
- Relaxed, well-paced itinerary with headsets for clear commentary
Not included
- Walking Tour -External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside
- Arena access is not included in any of the options
Itinerary and highlights
Walk in the path of Rome's famous gladiators and hear your expert guide share the stories and events that occurred inside the Colosseum. You’ll explore the ancient stadium with a local licensed guide who will bring it to life.
Please note: the tour may start at the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, depending on the ticket times we are able to purchase.
The Palatine Hill, the most beautiful and important of Rome’s seven hills, is the legendary founding point of the city. Explore the ancient ruins of the imperial palace and enjoy panoramic views over the Roman Forum.
The political, social, and commercial heart of ancient Rome! Walk along the original Roman roads (Via Sacra and Via Nova) and explore temples, arches, and other ruins. Your guide will help reconstruct the Forum’s history and bring the city to life.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your guide will be waiting at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, just above the Colosseo Metro station, holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. If you're near the Colosseum, enter the metro station and take the stairs up.
- Please meet your guide in front of the Arch of Constantine. Use Google Maps to find the meeting point. Your guide will be holding a yellow Carpe Diem Tours flag or sign. Arrive at least 10 minutes early. Late arrivals are not eligible for a refund.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Eternal Experiences
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking Tour - External Visit option does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside
- Full names of all travellers must be provided at the time of booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travellers’ full names at the ticket office may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Each traveller must present a valid passport or government-issued ID that matches the name provided at booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Cancellation policy
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.
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