Rome Ancient Ruins Guided Tour
From€54
3 hours
Province of Rome, Italy
About this activity
Experience Rome's ancient history with a guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, led by an expert English-speaking guide.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
- Explore Roman Forum's ancient ruins
- Stroll through Palatine Hill's gardens
- Learn from expert English-speaking guide
- Immerse in Rome's rich history
Full description
Step back in time and uncover the secrets of Rome's ancient past on this immersive guided tour. Skip the lines and enter the iconic Colosseum, where gladiators once fought for glory. Wander through the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Roman public life, and stroll through the lush gardens of Palatine Hill, offering panoramic views of the city. Led by an expert English-speaking guide, you'll gain fascinating insights into Rome's rich history and culture. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone eager to experience the grandeur of ancient Rome firsthand.
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Visit to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Food and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Check the meeting point and time carefully to avoid delays.
- Be aware that the tour may involve walking on uneven surfaces.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking and standing.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the activity starts
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note that entry to the Colosseum requires passing through a metal detector security check. On busy days, a short queue may form for this procedure.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry will result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill first and then the Colosseum.
- The customers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to meet the guide and guarantee a smooth departure of the tour. Late arrivals will not be accomodate and no refund will be due
- Colosseum tickets have a strict entry time: customers who will not show up at the meeting point will miss the entrance and no refund will be due.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- The meeting time might change by 30 minutes. In this case we will inform you in advance
Traveler reviews
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The guided tour is...
The guided tour is superb. Our guide always made sure that everyone felt comfortable and made sure to always put us in the shade during the explanations despite the 37/38 degrees. It was really fantastic
Vanessa_JAug 14, 2026VIATOR
Nice skip the line tour
The guide was extremely knowledgeable. Wish that the ticket price included more of the areas that cost extra.
jessicabO8487LSJul 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Georgia was a wonderful...
Georgia was a wonderful guide! It was great to go through these Roman ruins with historical background.
Hana_BJul 18, 2026VIATOR
Would recommend this tour...
Would recommend this tour to a friend. Simon was our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable. The meeting point was easy to find.
Margaret_CJul 14, 2026VIATOR
Under the Scorching Roman Sun
Despite the hottest day in Roman history on this day, our tour guide did a heroic trip in giving our group a great history of these sites.
Happiness15136700307Jul 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Please be aware that to enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check; on busy days there may be a queue to do in order to pass through security check.
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
The itinerary order might change. It is possible that you will visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill first and then the Colosseum.
The customers need to show up 20 mins before at the meeting point in order to meet the guide and guarantee a smooth departure of the tour. Late arrivals will not be accomodate and no refund will be due
Colosseum tickets have a strict entry time: customers who will not show up at the meeting point will miss the entrance and no refund will be due.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.