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Roman Forum Palatine Hill Circus Maximus Walking Tour

About this experience

The meeting point for this tour is the Arch of Constantine. Passing alongside world’s most famous amphitheatre, we can start our tour with the Circus Maximus. This ancient Roman chariot racing stadium used to be a mass entertainment venue and was the first and largest stadium in ancient Rome and its later Empire. Located between the Aventine and Palatine hills, it had enormous dimensions and could accommodate thousands of spectators.

Our tour continue towards the Palatine Hill, one of the Seven Hills of Rome. It stands 40 metres above the Roman Forum and looks down upon it on one side and upon the Circus Maximus on the other. It is one of the most ancient parts of the city and according to Roman mythology, it was the location of the cave, known as the Lupercal, where Romulus and Remus were found by the she-wolf Lupa that kept them alive.
The next step of our tour will take you to another pillar of Rome’s history arose in the Palatine Hill, the Roman Forum. Let's discover together Rome

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Roman Forum Palatine Hill Circus Maximus Walking Tour

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Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Official Tour Guide
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tickets Included

Not included

  • Private transportation
  • Transfer by taxi

Itinerary and highlights

Visit the roman forum

Palatine hill

Circus maximus

Meeting and pickup information

  • We will meet you at the Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum. Your Private Tour Guide will have a sign board with your last name printed on it.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Vatican Rome Tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–5; Youth tickets: age 6–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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