Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Audio Guided Tour
Overview
Explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with our audio-guided tour.
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 audio-guided tour and ticket. Book the option to visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with a audio-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 ticket.
Discover the history of the Romans and their most important monuments with a audio-guided tour and a 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 ticket.
What's Included
- 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)
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Insured tickets with full refund guaranteed! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the experience.
- 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
Via Labicana
96, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy
TOURS ALWAYS END IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE COLOSSEUM AND ROMAN FORUM
What To Expect
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Colosseum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Palatine Hill
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- 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 (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (CET).
- 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).
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Insured tickets with full refund guaranteed! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the experience.
- 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.
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.
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 2025Accessibility information for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Audio 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill Audio Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 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)
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Insured tickets with full refund guaranteed! For Cancellation up to 24 Hours before the experience.
- 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
- 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
