Ancient Rome Tour: Colosseum and Forum Exploration

Skip the line and embark on a guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Discover the secrets of Ancient Rome and immerse yourself in its rich history.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 7 days
Highlights
  • Colosseum - Built in 80 AD, the Colosseum in one of the ancient world’s longest surviving monuments. Discover the hidden details in its facade as your guide describes the incredible “100 Day of Games” that celebrated the Colosseum’s inauguration. Imagine the roar of the crowds that once filled the arena as you learn about the gladiator battles that took place center stage.
What's Included
  • Priority access with Skip-the-Line tickets
  • Expert-led guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Professional tour guide providing insightful commentary
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Enjoy a journey through Ancient Rome beginning with the Colosseum, one of the most iconic and famous monuments of the ancient times. You will learn of its incredible construction, the intrigue of those responsible for its erection, and of course its impressive exterior. Forget the long ticket waiting times, as you walk through the arches just as the…

Location
Santi Cosma e Damiano
Via dei Fori Imperiali
Meet in front of the Basilica San Cosma and Damiano. Look for tour greeters in red Show Me Italy jackets/shirts. They will be waiting next to the large red pillar just in front of the church on the Via dei Fori Imperiali.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Jaime_v
Jul 31, 2025
Exceptional - Very informative and fun my tour guide was knowledgeable and patient and funny, I would recommend her to the people that I know.
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Tracy_h
Jul 28, 2025
Great guide. Happy to... - Great guide. Happy to answer questions. Good personality. Good English. Very knowledgeable. Arrived on time.
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Idoial306
Jul 26, 2025
Excellent guide, - An excellent guide, Ennio DE Albania. I knew he knew the story and that he likes to tell it and that the tourists soak us. Thank you. Eskerrik asko!
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Rocheller868
Jul 24, 2025
Best way to experience the Colloseum - This tour far exceeded our expectations. Our guide Ernie was fantastic, we learned so much and did not feel rushed. We were worried we might get a guide with a thick accent and we would not be able to follow. Ernie was so easy to understand and answered all our questions. He did not rush the group and gave us plenty of time for photos, toilet and water. Thank you for an incredible and very entertaining experience.
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Barbara_n
Jul 7, 2025
This tour was an... - This tour was an incredible journey through ancient history! From the moment we met our guide, we knew we were in for a treat. They were engaging, knowledgeable, and brought the ruins to life with vivid stories and fascinating facts. Walking through the Colosseum was awe-inspiring—standing where gladiators once fought and learning about the structure’s history was unforgettable. Palatine Hill offered stunning views and a deeper understanding of Rome’s imperial past, while the Roman Forum was like stepping back in time. Our guide’s explanations helped us visualize what life was like in ancient Rome, making the experience even more meaningful. The tour was well-paced, organized, and full of insight. Highly recommend this to anyone wanting to explore Rome’s most iconic landmarks with a passionate and informative guide!
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T5967dusabrinas
Jul 3, 2025
Fantastic Tour! - Our guide was outstanding! He brought the history of the colosseum to life. We were very impressed with his knowledge. We also greatly appreciated his care of his group. He was very attentive.
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Monika_k
Jun 30, 2025
Highly recommend! - We had an exceptional time with this tour! Our guide was so knowledgeable and kind, and did an amazing job answering all of our questions! She had fantastic anecdotes to share and truly left us with a ton of new knowledge about all these fascinating sites. She kept my kids engaged the entire time - highly recommend!
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Nodirai408
Jun 30, 2025
Great experience - Eugene was a great guide! Great experience! The tour lasted about 3 hours. Very detailed explanation! The views are amazing.
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Rickbh415si
Jun 25, 2025
Not what we paid for - Tour guide never showed, alternate was called upon and she was obviously anti—American… we all tried to express gratitude for her being there but she was abrupt and made the statement, “too many Americans.” Not sure the logistics and management were aligned. Our start shifted out multiple times with no communication and no guidance. Herded like cattle .. opted out of the final part of the tour due to poor tour guide, bad time management, and an overall sense that we were not welcomed. Really surprised by this and disappointed as we spent hard earned money to embrace this amazing history and desired to learn more. Will choose a different company in the future. Moving on!!
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Allison_d
Jul 28, 2025
Long, not engaging. ... - Long, not engaging. Couldn’t understand a word the tour guide was saying. Left less than half way through - complete waste of money and time
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your experience (local time).