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Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum

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Overview

Explore Ancient Rome on our top-rated group tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum in just 3 hours. Enjoy engaging, expert commentary from a licensed guide.

Your adventure begins at the Colosseum, where your guide brings gladiators, emperors, and Roman ingenuity to life as you take in sweeping views from above the arena floor, perfect for memorable photos.

Next, ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome and home to lavish imperial palaces, before descending into the Roman Forum, once the vibrant heart of public life in ancient times.

With a relaxed pace and plenty of opportunities to engage with your guide, this tour offers a rich and comfortable journey through Ancient Rome.

If you select the Colosseum Nightfall Walking Tour, inside Colosseum access is not included, giving you more time to enjoy its exterior beauty.

What's Included

  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Headsets provided for clear audio throughout the tour
  • Colosseum ticket (€18 value) and access to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
  • Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
  • Arena access is not included in any of the options.
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Arch of Constantine (pass by)

Meet your guide in the shadow of a triumphal arch. Built in the 4th century CE, this monument commemorates Emperor Constantine’s defeat of his rival, Maxentius. It is one of ancient Rome’s best-preserved triumphal monuments and stands just a short walk from the Colosseum.
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Colosseum

Save hours standing in line and step straight inside the Colosseum with speedier access. Your expert guide will transport you back to the times of the Roman Empire. Expect fascinating facts and masterful storytelling. Discover what it was really like to watch gladiator fights and beast hunts. Learn how the Colosseum was built and how state-of-the-art engineering and technology made the games possible. Over the course of an hour, you'll fully explore the first and second levels of the Colosseum, with plenty of stops at the best photo spots!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Via Sacra (pass by)

Follow in the footsteps of the Caesars as you walk the Via Sacra (Sacred Way). This was the route victorious generals and their legions took into the Roman Forum, parading their spoils and captives to the crowds. But before you make your way into the Forum, you'll be climbing the hill where it all began...
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Palatine Hill

Your next stop is the hill where Rome was founded. According to legend, it was here that Romulus killed his twin brother Remus before founding the Eternal City in 753 BC. The Palatine Hill gives us our word “palace” because it was home to Rome’s rich and powerful.Explore the remains of the imperial palaces and imagine the luxury of ancient Rome. The sprawling ruins, towering pine trees, and spectacular views of Circus Maximus and the Roman Forum make this a truly memorable experience.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

The last stop on your tour takes you into the heart of the ancient city. Discover what life was like for everyday Romans as you explore the social, religious, and political hub of the Roman Empire. Marvel at the remains of 2,000-year-old temples, triumphal arches, basilicas and much, much more as you tread the same stones as Caesar and Cicero once did.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • Walking Tour - External Visit option does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
  • Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travellers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Each traveller 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person).
  • Headsets provided for clear audio throughout the tour.
  • Colosseum ticket (€18 value) and access to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum.
  • This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected.
  • Licensed expert guide providing rich historical insights.
The following is NOT included:
  • Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
  • Arena access is not included in any of the options.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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?
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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:

Accessibility information for the Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Group Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Colosseum reservation fee (€2 per person)
  • Headsets provided for clear audio throughout the tour
  • Colosseum ticket (€18 value) and access to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
  • This tour is available in multiple languages, depending on the option selected
  • Licensed expert guide providing rich historical insights
  • Walking Tour - External Visit does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
  • Arena access is not included in any of the options.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Walking Tour - External Visit option does not include Colosseum entry; all sights are viewed from outside.
  • Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travellers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Each traveller 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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