Guided Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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Duration:3 hours (approx.)
Location: Rome, Italy

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Searching for an efficient way to explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in a limited amount of time? Join a knowledgeable local guide who will lead you through the most significant sites of ancient Rome while avoiding the crowds. Marvel at the grandeur of the Colosseum and listen to captivating tales of the brutal battles that once occurred there. Then, appreciate the ruins that were once the seat of power of the Roman Empire. This tour offers the perfect opportunity to witness the iconic highlights of ancient Rome!

This tour will cover the entire archaeological park which includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Ready for the adventure? effortless partner admission & Admission fees are included!

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1. Colosseum
Experience the wonders of the Colosseum without the hassle of waiting in line with our privileged admission arrangements. You'll enter through a special entrance for small groups, bypassing the crowds and heading straight to the heart of the ancient Roman structure. Led by an enthusiastic local guide, you'll be transported back in time to witness the gruesome battles and legendary spectacles that took place in this historic arena. Explore the exclusive first and second tiers of the Colosseum, reserved for Rome's elite classes. Discover the engineering marvels behind the construction of the Colosseum and hear tales of the brutal gladiator battles and animal hunts that shaped ancient Rome. With a duration of just one hour, this tour is perfect for those who want to maximize their time and cover the most ground in a short amount of time.
2. Roman Forum
Following the Colosseum, you'll explore the heart of ancient Rome, commonly referred to as downtown. The Forum, an ancient site bustling with activity, is where you've probably seen people strolling around in busy marketplaces in movies set in ancient Rome. It was the cultural hub of the city, where everything from senate meetings to poetry recitals and political demonstrations occurred. Your guide will provide you with a glimpse into what life was like in this vibrant area as you stroll around and admire the historic structures, such as the Arch of Titus and the Temple of Julius Caesar.
3. Palatine Hill
Lastly, your tour guide will accompany you to the location believed to be where Romulus established the city in 753 B.C. The region is home to lavish ancient palaces that remain adorned with intricate artifacts and mosaics. These grandiose palaces were not only inhabited by Rome's elite, but they also served as enormous repositories of opulence, containing every conceivable luxury. The Palace of Domitian, for instance, even contained an amphitheater within its walls, spacious enough to accommodate chariot races! Additionally, you will have the opportunity to witness a fragment of an ancient Roman aqueduct.

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Posted By : Alyssa_D
Great tour! Our tour guide was great, very informative and personable. Thank you for a great tour!!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-18 04:39:14

Posted By : AnnGeo74
The lady tour guide was very good. She was passionate and explained everything in detail. Generally it’s value for money.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15 17:30:16

Posted By : Donnie_L
The colosseum was pronominal experience to is all.. The Up close and personal experience With the guide was awesome.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 03:16:30

Posted By : Alexandru_D
Well organized tour with a really professional guide. Tones of information about history and contemporary sites makes you feel part of a historical genuine episode.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07 16:10:00

Posted By : Kalvin_T
The tour guy Macro is not only in passionate but also very knowledgeable of the history. Definitely recommend to other people
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Posted On : 2024-05-02 16:19:33

Posted By : Judith_R
Excellent tour led by an incredible tour guide. I would say you need to be reasonable fit to do this tour. Lots of walking, steps and slopes to manage. If you can cope with this, then this tour is for you.
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Posted On : 2024-04-21 16:03:05

Posted By : Rebecca_T
This guided tour far exceeded our expectation. For 3 hours, our incredible and knowledgeable guide Faby kept us engaged and we learnt so much. By far the best guide and guided tour we have ever done. We highly recommend this tour and hope that you are lucky enough to meet Faby also.
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Posted On : 2024-04-20 14:02:42

Posted By : Shelly_F
I would shorten up some of the explanation of the places. It was very long. I would also add avg amt of steps one will be taking and shoes for walking on large stones.
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Posted On : 2024-04-10 17:35:37

Posted By : Joanne_C
Fabulous tour. Our guide was lovely. Indepth knowledge including where the films made mistakes. Who knew it wasn't originally called the Coloseum?? Remember photo ID for entry, you definitely need it. We ended the tour in the Forum where you can stay for as long as you want afterwards and truly explore on your own. Really enjoyed it and better than on your own where you don't get the 'expert' knowlegde. There is alot of steps and a fair bit of walking involved so wear comfy shoes!!
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Posted On : 2024-03-23 11:37:22

Posted By : Tracy_C
If you want to visit Pompeii, this tour handles all of the logistics for you. The guides at Termini station were punctual, friendly and efficient, not only direct you to the correct platform but see you onto the train. In Napoli Centrale the next guide was waiting to take you the short walk to the minibus, and 20 minutes later you're at Pompeii. Our guide Vincenzo (Vince) was very knowledgeable about Pompeii and clearly passionate about the excavations. Be aware the roads in Pompeii site are uneven and not for those unsteady on their feet. Lunch was ok, we missed the tour of the vineyard, were unaware it had started. No pressure to buy wines but personally I'd have preferred to try the traditional Napoli pizza. Overall I'd recommend the tour if only for the speed of transport. Thank you Vince for a great tour.
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Posted On : 2024-03-21 01:28:44