Discover Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Arena Option
Explore the wonders of Ancient Rome on this immersive walking tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. With your expert local guide, uncover stories and secrets behind these iconic landmarks.
Begin at the Colosseum, where you can enter through the Gladiators’ Gate (if selected) and step onto the arena floor—just as gladiators once did. Take in views of the underground chambers where they prepared for battle and wild animals were kept, imagining the roar of thousands of spectators.
Next, visit the Roman Forum, the center of daily life in ancient Rome. Walk among ruins of temples, basilicas, and public spaces, including the House of the Vestal Virgins, and learn about Roman politics, religion, and society.
Finish at Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to emperors. Enjoy panoramic views over the Forum and Circus Maximus.
Ideal for history lovers and first-time visitors, this tour brings ancient Rome vividly to life.
Options
Colosseum Tour, Entry to Palatine Hill and Roman Forum ComBo Tour
ComBo Tour: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Please note: Arena Floor is not included
Duration: 3 hours
up to 20 people
What's included in Discover Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Arena Option
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Colosseum
Stroll through the Colosseum's ancient walkways, learn how the stadium was used during the Roman times, and hear the thrilling stories of its epic gladiator battles. The Colosseum or Coliseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is an oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of travertine limestone, tuff, and brick-faced concrete, it was the largest amphitheatre ever built at the time and held 50,000 to 80,000 spectators. The Colosseum or Coliseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is an oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of travertine limestone, tuff, and brick-faced concrete, it was the largest amphitheatre ever built at the time and held 50,000 to 80,000 spectators. The Colosseum is situated just east of the Roman Forum. Construction began under the emperor Vespasian in AD 72 and was completed in AD 80 under his successor and heir, Titus. Further modifications were made during the reign of Domitian. These three emperors are known as the Flavian dynasty, and the amphitheatre was named in Latin for its association with their family name.
Foro Romano
After the fascinating tour, visit some of archeological sites Rome is famous for, like the Roman Forum, Palantine Hill and Via Sacra. The Roman Forum, also known by its Latin name Forum Romanum, is a rectangular forum surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. Citizens of the ancient city referred to this space, originally a marketplace, as the Forum Magnum, or simply the Forum. For centuries the Forum was the center of day-to-day life in Rome: the site of triumphal processions and elections; the venue for public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiatorial matches; and the nucleus of commercial affairs. Here statues and monuments commemorated the city's great men. The teeming heart of ancient Rome, it has been called the most celebrated meeting place in the world, and in all history. Located in the small valley between the Palatine and Capitoline Hills, the Forum today is a sprawling ruin of architectural fragments and intermittent archaeological excavations attracting 4.5 million or more sightseers yearly.
Palatine Hill
The Palatine Hill, which is the centremost of the Seven Hills of Rome, is one of the most ancient parts of the city and has been called "the first nucleus of the Roman Empire." It stands 40 metres above the Roman Forum, looking down upon it on one side, and upon the Circus Maximus on the other.
Inclusions
- Headsets to better hear the guide
- Guide Tour
- Entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Priority
- Colosseum entry to the Priority
- Underground floor
- Access to Underground and upper floors
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- 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: This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments or wheelchair users
- Need to bring comfortable shoes, water, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Pets, weapons or sharp objects, luggage or large bags, alcohol, drugs, and glass objects are not allowed.
- This tour operates rain or shine. In the event of bad weather, the arena floor may be closed without warning. While entry through the Gladiators’ Gate remains available, access to the arena floor may be restricted. Please note that refunds are not provided in these situations.
- The meeting time may vary, and if it does, the activity provider will reach out to you via email or whatsApp (if available)
- Make sure to arrive 20 minutes early to the scheduled start time, so plan your booking accordingly.
- For the tour, please use a baby carrier instead of a stroller, as there will be many stairs to navigate.
- Please note that the order of the tour itinerary is subject to change based on operational needs or unforeseen circumstances to provide the best experience possible.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Exact meeting point will be provided once the tour is confirmed
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Your ticket (s) will be e-mailed to you very soon (based on travel date).
