Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Circus Maximus
Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and its evolution into one of the most powerful Empires of all time.
Take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. Marvel at the beauty of ancient temples at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and discover the largest stadium ever built by mankind: the Circus Maximus.
Options
English Tour
English tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in English
What's included in Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Circus Maximus
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Arch of Constantine
Start your journey by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the sites of the Roman Forum.
Foro Romano
Here you will hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem. Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.
Basilica Julia
Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.
Inclusions
- Live professional guide
- Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Entrance fees to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Full on-site assistance
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance to the Colosseum
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes
- You will need to pass through strict and mandatory security checks to enter the Roman Forum. Expect to wait 5 to 30 minutes to clear the security checks depending on the season
- Drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden at the monuments
- Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside
- Animals are not permitted
- Travellers younger than 18 years old must present a valid document or proof of ID
- You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet at the green kiosk on the right as you exit the Colosseo metro station. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please arrive 10 minutes before the starting time. Note that there is also an upper floor exit of the metro station; please meet us downstairs.
End Points
- The tour ends inside the Roman Forum.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
- Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time - Please expect to wait 5 to 45 minutes to clear the mandatory security checks - Travellers younger than 18 years old must present a valid document or proof of ID - For environmental reasons, it is preferable that you bring your own earphones and do not print your voucher. We will provide earphones in case you forget yours - We suggest you bring your own refillable bottle as you can find drinkable-water fountains everywhere in Rome
