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Skip the Line: Colosseum Small Group Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
4.5
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By City Wonders
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RM 185.05
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Tour snapshot
Beat the crowds with skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum in Rome
Duration:
3h
Taking Covid-19 safety measures
Group size:
20
Near public transportation
Ticket type:
Mobile
Free cancellation
  • Duration:
    3h
  • Taking Covid-19 safety measures
  • Group size:
    20
  • Near public transportation
  • Ticket type:
    Mobile
  • Free cancellation
About
Nobody wants to waste hard-earned vacation time waiting in Rome’s scorching daytime heat. Save up to three hours by prebooking skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum. Inside the 2,000-year-old monument, your guide provides guided commentary, making your experience more enriching than if you were to visit independently. This tour also includes a walking tour that covers Via Sacra and the sprawling Roman Forum. Upgrade to include the Colosseum's arena floor and underground chambers, places many visitors don't see.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 3h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Highlights
  • Upgrade to gain access to areas usually restricted to the public
  • Guide provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Roman history
  • See more in less time on a walking tour that heads straight to the highlights
What to expect
  • Your tour begins near Oppian Hill, from which you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the Colosseum. On arrival at the world wonder, you’ll avoid long lines with your fast-track pass and head straight inside the Colosseum. Travel back 2,000 years as your guide tells stories of gladiator battles, bloody animal fights, and executions in front of 50,000-strong crowds of spectators. If you’ve opted to upgrade your experience, you’ll then visit the arena floor and subterranean chambers, which are usually closed to the general public. Visit cells in which criminals and wild animals were kept, and follow in the footsteps of Roman gladiators in the arena.   After ample time at the ancient landmark, you’ll continue to the Roman Forum via Via Sacra. The sprawling site has minimal signage, but your guide takes you to the highlights and gives you the inside scoop. Learn about the historical significance of the House of the Vestal Virgins and the Temple of Julius Caesar before concluding your tour with sweeping city views atop Palatine Hill.
Know before you go
  • Duration: 3h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Available languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Cancellation policy
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
  • Upgrade to gain access to areas usually restricted to the public
  • Guide provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Roman history
  • See more in less time on a walking tour that heads straight to the highlights
What to expect
  • Your tour begins near Oppian Hill, from which you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the Colosseum. On arrival at the world wonder, you’ll avoid long lines with your fast-track pass and head straight inside the Colosseum. Travel back 2,000 years as your guide tells stories of gladiator battles, bloody animal fights, and executions in front of 50,000-strong crowds of spectators. If you’ve opted to upgrade your experience, you’ll then visit the arena floor and subterranean chambers, which are usually closed to the general public. Visit cells in which criminals and wild animals were kept, and follow in the footsteps of Roman gladiators in the arena.   After ample time at the ancient landmark, you’ll continue to the Roman Forum via Via Sacra. The sprawling site has minimal signage, but your guide takes you to the highlights and gives you the inside scoop. Learn about the historical significance of the House of the Vestal Virgins and the Temple of Julius Caesar before concluding your tour with sweeping city views atop Palatine Hill.
Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 3731COLOSSEUM
Call +6037-7240250
Important information
Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Skip-the-Line Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
  • Small groups of 20 people or less
  • Entry/Admission - Colosseum
  • Entry/Admission - Palatine Hill
  • Entry/Admission - Roman Forum
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Duration
3h
Departure details
  • Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy Meet your guide at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Your guide coordinator will be waiting here wearing a blue City Wonders polo shirt or jacket for easy recognition.
  • Trajan's Column, Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00187 Roma RM, Italy The tour commences on the platform directly in front of Trajan’s Column. Trajan’s Column is located on Via dei Fori Imperiali next to Piazza Venezia. When standing right in front and facing the Victor Emmanuel II Monument (a.k.a. the “Wedding Cake), it’s directly to the left across the street.
  • Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
  • Italy’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Skip-the-Line Access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
  • Small groups of 20 people or less
  • Entry/Admission - Colosseum
  • Entry/Admission - Palatine Hill
  • Entry/Admission - Roman Forum
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure details
  • Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, Italy Meet your guide at Largo Gaetana Agnesi, above the 2nd floor of the metro line B (blue line) stop "Colosseo". Your guide coordinator will be waiting here wearing a blue City Wonders polo shirt or jacket for easy recognition.
  • Trajan's Column, Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00187 Roma RM, Italy The tour commences on the platform directly in front of Trajan’s Column. Trajan’s Column is located on Via dei Fori Imperiali next to Piazza Venezia. When standing right in front and facing the Victor Emmanuel II Monument (a.k.a. the “Wedding Cake), it’s directly to the left across the street.
  • Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Duration
3h
Return details
  • Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Additional information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour
  • Italy’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
Travel safe during COVID-19
Last updated: 6 Jan 2022
A note from Skip the Line: Colosseum Small Group Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
You must present either proof of full vaccination (with an EMA-approved vaccine), proof of a COVID-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test (PCR or antigen) taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts.
What you can expect during your visit
  • Temperature checks for tour participants upon arrival
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
What you can expect during your visit
  • Temperature checks for tour participants upon arrival
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
Itinerary
  • You’ll have 2 starting options
    See Important Information for details
  • 1
    Colosseum
    Stop: 90 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 2
    Palatine Hill
    Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • 3
    Roman Forum
    Stop: 30 minutes - Admission included
    See details
  • You'll end at
    Palatine Hill
    Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
    See address & details
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Yenn Baez
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic47 contributions
A must when visiting Rome
Jan 2022 • Couples
We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide Raff was very knowledgable and friendly. We went in winter and it was the best, very low traffic and good access to everything. The Colosseum is STUNNING in person, and the best way to experience it is with a guide to fill you in on the history of this colossal.
Written 19 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Vicky C
45 contributions
Excellent Guide
Selenia Morgillo excellent guide. Friendly and very detailed with her explanations. Very professional and bring us to her special spots for best view and photo taking. She does gives you time to take some photos. End of the trips gives us some tips where are the best spot to continue our visits. Overall, very friendly lady and funny also.
Written 18 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ermfl
83 contributions
Step Back in Time - Fascinating Tour!
Paula was our guide, and we learned so much about the history of the Colosseum and the surrounding area! I had no idea how or why the structure was there, but learned its history with help of the learned tour guide Paula! (Who knew arena meant sand - and how it was used!) 😳 In addition to all of the fascinating information, I appreciated the pace of the tour (Paula did not rush, and since there was some stair and hill climbing, this was important and greatly appreciated!). I also enjoyed her reference to Rome as “our city.” Somehow that made all the information feel personal to her, and that she was sharing it with our group. I loved the special surprises on the tour - special spots that Paula shared for the perfect photo or the perfect view! Special memories were made today - thank you Paula!
Written 16 January 2022
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Katie Bingham
1 contribution
So worth the guided tour
Dec 2021 • Friends
Me and my friends had an amazing experience exploring Rome including the guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Nicholas our tour guide was very friendly and positive, and educated us on so many facts about the history of Rome. We loved every minute of it and 3 hours felt like 5 minutes with him!! Highly recommend Nicholas!! Thank you for the pleasant experience :)
Written 14 January 2022
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Callum W
Huddersfield, UK48 contributions
A taste of history
The guide was incredible. So passionate and so knowledgable. Highly recommended for anyone. Make sure you give yourself the time as it’s around 3 hours.
Written 14 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
anthonyfloyd
Dubai, United Arab Emirates2 contributions
City wonders tour
Jan 2022
We did this tour today with Patrick our tour guide and was very impressed. Super knowledgeable guy and very funny as well . We learnt so much and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company for their professionalism. Anthony
Written 12 January 2022
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Jen E
Los Angeles, CA104 contributions
This is THE way to cover the Colosseum and then some
Dec 2021
One of those tours where my friend and I looked at each other halfway through it and said, "Wow, we did the right thing going this route for our Colosseum visit."

This is THE way to visit, from the skip-the-line entry to getting a crash course on all the essential highlights on both the Colosseum and the Roman Forum area. Saves a ton of time and hassle but you're also getting a great lesson while you're at it...in a perfect block of 3 hours (not too short, not too long).

The meeting point was a bit intimidating at first, with the crowd of people, but we soon split up into manageable groups (of about 20ish maybe)? This was the first tour I've been on with listening devices which was brilliant when you think about it. Didn't miss a word from Sara R., (nor her tour guide pole with the purple piece of fabric!)

The experience itself was quite incredible, to be in such a well-known landmark, front-and-center, and inside. Sara did an excellent job keeping a good pace and navigating through the crowds (it was quite crowded inside, so be prepared for some maneuvering).

Half the time is spent in the Colosseum, half on Palatine Hill where the views were quite majestic, and a great place to end the tour. Bathroom breaks are offered during the tour which I thought considerate, and the energy was just overall super positive, with both the guide and our group. Sara was knowledgeable of all the prime photo opp spots and also offered to take as many pics as everyone wanted. Loved her, and loved this tour. Worth every penny.
Written 10 January 2022
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Lisa Z
2 contributions
Coliseum & Roman Forum
Patrick was our tour guide. He was prompt, very knowledgeable, funny, and answered all our questions. Colosseum and Roman Forum are a must!!
Written 9 January 2022
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Daisey N
5 contributions
Nick is the best!
Jan 2022 • Family
Nick was a great tour guide! He made us laugh and we learned so much about the Colosseum & Ancient Rome. Definitely recommend!
Written 7 January 2022
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lauren
Manchester, UK2 contributions
Great day!
We were guided round by our lovely guide Giuseppe who was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and was highly engaging throughout. Good value for money. Good information. My only advisory to future customers would be that it is a long day! Be prepared to be tired afterwards!
Written 6 January 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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