Discover Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Arena option
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Priority
- Colosseum entry to the Priority
- Guide Tour
- Special access guided tour of Arena floor (If option selected)
- Headsets to better hear the guide
- Access to Underground and Belvedre
- Hotel transfers
Meeting Location
Via delle Terme di Tito
00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Colosseum
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Palatine Hill
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-242498P25
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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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- Entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Priority.
- Colosseum entry to the Priority.
- Guide Tour.
- Special access guided tour of Arena floor (If option selected).
- Headsets to better hear the guide.
- Access to Underground and Belvedre.
- Hotel transfers.
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 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Discover Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Arena option is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill with Arena option 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
- Entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Priority
- Colosseum entry to the Priority
- Guide Tour
- Special access guided tour of Arena floor (If option selected)
- Headsets to better hear the guide
- Access to Underground and Belvedre
- Hotel transfers
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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