Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Self Guided Tour
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Rome, Italy
2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
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Overview
Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with our self-guided audio tour and special ticket.
We offer a way to visit one of the most important archaeological areas in the world, the Colosseum, a symbol of the Roman Empire, independently, with a self-guided tour and a special ticket. Book the option to visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a self-guided tour (an audio guide in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanish with 44 points of interest), conveniently downloadable to your smartphone, including a special ticket.
Discover the history of the Romans and their most important monuments with a self-guided tour and a special ticket to Ancient Rome.
Your audio guide will engage you with captivating tales of the spectacular events in the Colosseum and the incredible history of Rome and its most iconic monuments, all included in your special ticket.
What's Included
- SPECIAL INSURED TICKETS WITH FULL REFUND GUARANTEED! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry fees included
- Fast-track entry tickets to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP in English, Chinese, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish
- Gratuities/Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Mobile Device/Smarrphone Headphones
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Via Labicana
00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy
TOURS ALWAYS END IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE COLOSSEUM AND ROMAN FORUM
What To Expect
Colosseum
As you walk inside the Colosseum, you will begin to feel the magnitude of where you are. Exploring the ground floor level and up to the second tier, your guide will recreate the past, with stories of epic battles, painting pictures in your mind, bringing to life the walls surrounding you.Learn about the types of games and ferocious battles that the Romans enjoyed the most. See where the emperor would be perched, high above the arena floor, ready to decide the fate of another gladiator as he stood before a roaring Roman crowd. Along with providing you with expert knowledge, your guide will also point out the best places to capture that perfect picture during your tour, as you tour the circumference of the Colosseum.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Palatine Hill
Explore the historic Palatine Hill at your own pace with a convenient audio guide. Delve into the stories of emperors and early Rome while enjoying the flexibility of a self-guided experience.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
Immerse yourself in the past with a self-guided audio tour of the Roman Forum. Uncover the stories behind the temples, basilicas, and public spaces that once defined the center of the Roman Empire.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
- Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
- It is recommended to bring a charged smartphone and, if possible, headphones to better listen to the audio guide.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Self Guided Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-227285P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Self Guided Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- SPECIAL INSURED TICKETS WITH FULL REFUND GUARANTEED! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the Tour.
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
- Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours.
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
- Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry fees included.
- Fast-track entry tickets to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum.
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP in English, Chinese, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish.
The following is NOT included:
- Gratuities/Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Food and drinks.
- Mobile Device/Smarrphone Headphones.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Self Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Self Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- SPECIAL INSURED TICKETS WITH FULL REFUND GUARANTEED! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum entry fees included
- Fast-track entry tickets to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP in English, Chinese, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish
- Gratuities/Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Mobile Device/Smarrphone Headphones
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- You must have a valid photo ID to enter the Colosseum (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
- Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
- It is recommended to bring a charged smartphone and, if possible, headphones to better listen to the audio guide.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once.This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
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