Ancient Rome Half-Day Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Colosseum's Arena Floor
- Wander through Roman Forum's ancient ruins
- Visit Palatine Hill's imperial palaces
- Learn about Rome's rich history
- Enjoy skip-the-line access
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum Arena Floor
- Guided tour of Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Step back in time and explore the legendary Colosseum with an expert guide! Walk in the footsteps of gladiators, uncover the history of epic battles, and hear fascinating stories of ancient Rome.
Explore the heart of ancient Rome on this guided tour of the Colosseum and Palatine Hill! Walk in the footsteps of gladiators, hear thrilling stories of epic battles, and uncover the ruins of emperors’ palaces atop the historic Palatine Hill.
Move on from Roman entertainment and understand how Romans lived their daily life in the Forum. Stroll around the hub of the ancient city and learn of the acts of political treachery that occurred on these grounds. Admire some of the most striking and important ruins, such as the Temple of Saturn and the Curia.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Photography is allowed; however, tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- The Colosseum has strict security restrictions. Due to metal detectors at the entrances (and no bag check service), it is forbidden to bring the following: glass bottles, spray cans, alcohol, large bags or backpacks, suitcases, umbrellas with pointed tips, tripods, drones, knives, scissors, or any sharp or dangerous objects. Food and drinks in glass containers are also not allowed. Only small bags are permitted and must be inspected by security staff.
- A valid ID or passport (also for children/infant)– Required for entry and ticket verification.
- Your own headphones – If you choose the AUDIOGUIDE option, please bring your own headphones to enjoy the commentary clearly.
- POP GUIDE app downloaded – If you choose the AUDIOGUIDE option, make sure to download the POP GUIDE app in advance from the App Store or Google Play.
- A fully charged smartphone – If you choose the AUDIOGUIDE option, ensure your phone is fully charged for the best experience.
Traveler reviews
Fantastic tour guide!...
Fantastic tour guide! Very knowledgeable and great with the kids. A highlight of our Rome vacation!!
The tour was great...
The tour was great despite the fact that coloseum was crowded. Glad that arrived early at the meeting point as it was a bit difficult to find it.
All in all, a very...
All in all, a very positive experience. Our tour guide Stefano was very knowledgeable and helpful and the hearing devices were very helpful. The tour was the right length. Don’t forget to bring id or passport to enter the Forum, Colosseum, etc.
Lots of walking, friendly...
Lots of walking, friendly and knowledgeable guide, hit all the big sites. We went off season and practically had the places to ourselves
Mixed feelings
The tour is very ambitious in the sense that it turns out that there is a lot to cover. There is practically constant moving around and a ton of information to digest. The guide was friendly but a bit stressed to keep correct timing and his stress was eventually transferred to us. With all due respect, I think that his accent was very hard to follow. This is by no means a criticism to his knowledge and other skills but as a non Italian speaker I expect that certain language skills are to be taken for granted when selecting a guide for an English speaking tour. The tour is not recommended for people who are not at a great physical condition. And a final note for the Colosseum as a sight: it is clearly breathtaking but also overcrowded. The Forum and the Palatine hill on the other hand were significantly less stressful.