3 hours
2 languages
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Step into the world of emperors and gladiators on this immersive 2.5-hour guided tour of Ancient Rome. Begin at the Roman Forum, the political and social heart of the ancient city. Walk along the Via Sacra, once the main ceremonial road, and see the Temple of Julius Caesar, where visitors still leave flowers in his memory. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and residence of emperors, overlooking the Forum and the Circus Maximus, once the stage for thrilling chariot races. Enter the Colosseum, the iconic amphitheatre where gladiators fought before vast crowds. Your expert guide will reveal the stories, spectacles, and engineering feats that made it a symbol of Imperial Rome. The small-group tour is limited to 18 participants for a more personal experience. A private option is also available, offering a dedicated guide and a customized itinerary tailored to your interests, with a flexible pace and deeper exploration.

Inclusions

What's included

Professional Guide for the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Access to the Colosseum and Roman Forum (valued at €18 per person)
Assistance at the Touristation Aracoeli office
Ancient Rome Multimedia Video
Headset to hear the guide

What's not

Transportation to/from attractions
Guided Tour for the Palatine Hill

Itinerary

Begin your experience at the Touristation office, located at Piazza Ara Coeli 16. Step back in time with an immersive 25-minute multimedia experience that brings Ancient Rome vividly to life. Through stunning reconstructions and dramatic visuals, you’ll witness the remarkable “before and after” transformation of the city’s most iconic landmarks — from the mighty Colosseum and its underground chambers to the Pantheon, Circus Maximus, and even the Vatican area.
30 minAdmission included
Continue to the Colosseum, Rome’s most iconic monument and the world’s largest ancient amphitheater. Step inside the arena where gladiators once fought before thousands of spectators, and discover the engineering brilliance and dramatic history behind this symbol of Imperial Rome.
1 hAdmission included
General overview of the hill
Passes by
Finally, visit the Colosseum, the world’s most famous amphitheater, where gladiators once fought before thousands of spectators. As you walk through its ancient arches, you’ll feel the enduring power and grandeur of a monument that still embodies the spirit and ambition of Imperial Rome.
1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

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

Reviews

4.1

Ratings come from 96 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Meeting point: Exchange your voucher at the TOURISTATION ARACOELI office at Piazza Aracoeli, 16 A small fountain is in front of the office. There are signs and orange flags outside.
Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 18 travellers
Operated by: TOURISTATION

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain conditions of the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
Please note that you can not get to the Colosseum with large bags / backpacks / suitcases. It is possible to bring only small bags.
All participants must present a valid original ID. Photos, copies, or photocopies are not accepted. Those who fail to present the original document will be denied entry without a refund.
Free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability. In case of not self-sufficient, the free voucher is also extended to a companion
These admissions cannot be used for school groups, group guided tours, and private guided tours

How it compares in Rome

Its from-price is 46% below the median of the 8352 experiences we list in Rome.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 747 of 8352.

About Rome

Rome layers nearly three thousand years of history into one walkable city, from the Colosseum and Forum to Baroque piazzas and Vatican art.

Ancient Rome is still in plain sight. The Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill sit together at the city's heart, the Pantheon still stands with its open oculus, and fragments of temples and aqueducts turn up between apartment blocks. Across the Tiber, Vatican City holds St Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling.

Top-ranked sights in Rome: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.

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