Premium Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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3 hours

Max 16

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • Explore the Colosseum with a dedicated guide who knows this spectacular ancient structure better than anyone.
  • Immerse yourself in the stories of Ancient Rome at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • Navigate with ease in a group of just 16 people or less—one of the smallest group sizes available for Rome Colosseum tours.
  • View the site of Julius Caesar’s funeral pyre inside the Forum.
  • Waste no time—we’ve secured pre-reserved tickets that guarantee smoother access into all three sites.
  • Sites Visited
  • Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Palatine Hill
  • Tour Includes
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (24h – Colosseo/Foro Romano/Palatino Ticket €18)
  • Headset (groups over 6 people)

Dive deep into the Eternal City’s ancient past on our most popular Rome Colosseum tour.

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Excellent
With only a few days left before we were arriving in Rome, I did some quick research to educate myself on the pitfalls and benefits of booking tours ahead and then to find a credible tour company to see the Vatican and the Colosseum. I'm glad I happened upon Walks (Italy) because it all turned out very well. Booking online was easy. I was able to secure spots at the last minute, the tour groups were quite small (16 and 24, respectively), we were able to skip the big lines, and the guides were excellent. Very knowledgeable and personable. I hope to use Walks in future travels to other places.
Verified · Karen · Canada · Male · Apr 30, 2026
Excellent
We had an excellent insightful tour in the limited 3 hours to learn about 3 sites. The tour guide was professional and personable. I strongly recommend this tour.
Verified · Bernard · USA · Male · Apr 29, 2026
Excellent
The tour guide was very informative, patient, some I the group had ankle problems, and brought enthusiasm to the tour.
Verified · Ann · USA · Female · Apr 29, 2026
Excellent
Our tour guide was a history major and poured her love and knowledge to us throughout the entire tour. It was highly detailed and was not just her repeating memorized facts. Could not have wished for a better guide.
Verified · David · Canada · Male · Apr 29, 2026
Excellent
Little or no queueing, wonderful tour, excellent guiding, super short cut to St Peters from the Sistine Chapel. It is crowded so if that worries you best to book an early start time.
Verified · Alan · United Kingdom · Male · Apr 29, 2026

FAQs

Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs, strollers or for those with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact us at [email protected] so we can arrange your visit.
Do we always see the sights in the same order that you have listed in the description?
No. Sometimes the order of our visits change due to logistical issues or your guide make a snap decision to avoid crowds in order to increase the quality of your visit.
Do I need to bring my passport/ID with me?
Yes! All guests (including children) must bring a government-issued ID/passport on the day of their tour. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument. The full names of all participants are required at the time of booking and must match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.
What's the cancellation policy for this tour?
This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is non-refundable.
Does the order of the itinerary on this tour ever change?
Occasionally the sights on this tour are visited in a different order. This happens due to logistical changes and snap decisions made by our guides to avoid crowds and thus improve your visit.
What does Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator mean?
Walks Tours is proud to be an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
Does the Colosseum ever close without warning?
Unfortunately, Yes. The Colosseum is subject to unforeseen closures due to weather conditions and worker strikes, as well as last minute changes in reservations, all of which are out of Walks of Italy (or any other tour operator's) control. If for any reason we cannot run the tour as described, we will contact you immediately, offering the best alternatives. Depending on the situation this might result in a modification of the itinerary or a change in the tour start time. Our aim is to offer you the highest level of service and in the rare occasion in which circumstances outside of our control mean that you cannot participate in a variation of this tour we will offer you a full refund.
Is there anything I should bring/wear on my tour?
Because there is a lot of walking on this tour, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes. There is very little shade at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in particular, so we would recommend bringing a hat and sunscreen in summer and a rain-jacket or umbrella in winter. As there are water fountains with (delicious) drinking water dotted throughout the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, we would highly recommend bringing a bottle that you can refill.
Are selfie sticks allowed in the Colosseum?
Yes, but please be careful when using them - during the summer months they can be more dangerous than gladiators' weapons.

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