Colosseum Group Tour with Forum and Palatine Hill
Everyday except on the first Sunday of the month and on Thursdays
2.5 hours
Small Group Tour
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Limited accessibility
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Colosseum Group Tour with Forum and Palatine Hill
Choose our Colosseum group tour (max. 24 people) and enjoy pre-booked access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, as well as 2,5 hours with an engaging, licensed guide.
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2.5 hours
Limited accessibility
Small Group Tour
Everyday except on the first Sunday of the month and on Thursdays
Highlights
- The Colosseum: Step inside the world’s most spectacular preserved amphitheater and hear amazing anecdotes about its gruesome and mind-blowing past involving gladiators, lions and emperors.
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Palatine Hill: Visit the legendary birthplace of Rome, rumored to be the site of Romulus and Remus’s survival. Admire the ruins of the Emperors’ palaces and enjoy a stunning panoramic view over the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.
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Roman Forum: Explore the central square where the pulse of Ancient Rome beat, admiring the stunning ruins of ancient temples and buildings that once formed the hub of Roman life.
Why book this tour
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Premium Small Group Experience: Enjoy a small group tour with a maximum of 24 participants, ensuring a more focused and personal journey through history.
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Top Licensed Guide & Headsets: Benefit from the insights of an expert guide and crystal-clear narration provided by personal headsets for every participant.
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Bring History to Life: Your guide uses overlay books and 3D pictures to help you visualize the magnificent, original grandeur of the temples and ruins.
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Hassle-Free Access: The limited group size and pre-reserved access ensure a smoother, faster entry, making your 2.5-hour tour stress-free.
Description
Join our ColosseumĀ Group Tour of Ancient RomeĀ and visit theĀ Colosseum, the archaeological area of theĀ Roman ForumĀ and theĀ Palatine HillĀ with a top, licensed guide in aĀ group of maximum 24 people. The pre-reserved access, limited size of the group and headsets we provide to every participant, will make sure you have a VIP experience which will be the highlight of your trip to Rome.
During this 2,5-hour Colosseum Group TourĀ you will walk through the impressiveĀ Fori ImperialiĀ Street, lined on both sides with ruins from the Roman Forum. This was the central square where all important events in Ancient Rome used to take place. Today you can admireĀ stunning ruins of ancient Roman buildings and temples. Your enthusiastic guide will offer a brief introduction to Ancient Rome, getting every member of the group up to speed with the key aspects of the fascinating history of Ancient Rome. Your small group will then head to the most iconic symbol of Ancient Rome, the Colosseum.
As you enter the Colosseum you will be blown away by this spectacularly preserved theatre.Ā It will be like stepping into a time machine. With your guide there to recount amazing anecdotes about the mind-blowing history of this center of Ancient Roman entertainment, you will really feel as though you are there among the gladiators, lions and emperors. Your guide will explain to you all about the Colosseum’s grizzly and gruesome past.
From the Colosseum you will proceed to theĀ famous Palatine hill, one of Rome’s seven hills. The Palatine is said to be the place where the famous she-wolf Lupa had her cave where she kept the legendary twins Romulus and Remus alive. Here you will have the opportunity to admire theĀ ruins of the emperorsā palacesĀ and you will enjoy a stunningĀ view of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.
During the whole Colosseum Group tour your guide will use overlay books and 3D picturesĀ to help you to visualize how magnificent these ruins once were. Bring Ancient Rome to life with this best-selling small group tour.
Step back in time and uncover the epic history of the Roman Empire; book your Colosseum group tour today to secure your spot!
Things to know before the tour
Please note: before starting the tour, it is necessary to do the check in with our front office staff, who is wearing a light blue T-shirt / sleeveless jackets with vivicos logo on it
- When accessing the monument the Colosseum visitors will be asked to pass security checks,Ā even when entering with pre-booked access.
- This tour runs in different weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Tickets are nominative: we kindly ask you to provide names and surnames at the time of booking
- Please bring your iD document or a copy for accessing the Colosseum, it is requested for children too.
- Wear comfortable shoes ā uneven terrain and steps throughout
- Back bags are allowed inside the Colosseum if very small in size; shoulder bags or handbags are permitted if regular size.
- Please make sure you do notĀ haveĀ pointed big umbrellasĀ andĀ knivesĀ of any sizes with you.Ā Ā LiquidsĀ are allowed butĀ only if in plastic bottles. Remember that you can refill your containers in the fountains inside the Colosseum.
- Bring water and sun protection, especially in summer
- Photography welcome ā but no tripods or drones
Important information
Please note: tickets are nominative so you will be required to provide your names at the time of booking.
We need the full names of all the participants because the Colosseum entrance tickets are nominative. All the participants will have their own ticket with the full name on, they are not transferrable and cannot be changed nor refunded. You will need your IDs (minors and infants included) because they will be checked by the Colosseum guards at the entrance. If you don’t bring your IDs or if the names don’t match, you will be denied access. You don’t need the physical ID, even a copy or a picture is fine as long as it’s well visible.
FAQ
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 7 days before the tour to get a full refund.
If you cancel less then 7 days before the activity, no refund will be issued.
Meeting point
Included
- 2,5 hours English-speaking guide
- Pre-served access
- Headsets
Excluded
Tips
Values
- Priority Access and Expert Guidance!
- Local Staff Support
- Encounter Ancient Treasures
- Unravel Hidden Meanings in the Artwork
ā About Us
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FAQs
Yes, all our Rome private tours include Skip-the-Line tickets. You will bypass the general admission queues and enter directly with your private guide, saving up to 2 hours of waiting time.
Yes, the itinerary can be adapted: wheelchair users follow an alternative route inside the Vatican Museums, assisted by an accompanying person and our guide while the rest of the group continues on the standard route. Access to St. Peter’s Basilica is not included due to architectural barriers. If you travel with a wheelchair, please contact us in advance so we can arrange the best possible accommodations.
Our tours are strictly private, meaning the experience is exclusive to your group only. There is no fixed maximum ā whether you are traveling as a couple, a family, or a small group, the tour is tailored entirely to you.
Absolutely. Our guides are experienced in making history engaging for younger visitors. We adapt the pace, language and storytelling to suit families with children of all ages.
Yes. When visiting religious sites such as the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica or churches, shoulders and knees must be covered. We recommend bringing a light scarf or shawl. Comfortable walking shoes are also strongly advised.
The exact meeting point is confirmed in your booking confirmation email. Your guide will be holding a Vivicos Travel sign and will contact you directly before the tour to ensure a smooth meeting.
Yes. Our private tours are available in English, Italian, Spanish, French and German. Please select your preferred language at the time of booking. Availability may vary by date.
Our tours operate rain or shine. Rome’s main attractions are largely indoors, so weather rarely affects the experience. In the unlikely event of extreme weather conditions, you will be offered a free reschedule or a full refund.
Yes, one of the main advantages of a private tour is full flexibility. If you have specific interests ā art, history, architecture, food ā simply let us know at the time of booking and your guide will tailor the experience accordingly.
