Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Circus Maximus | 1 hour 40 minutes

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Private Tour in German
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
Approx Total
$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in German
Private Tour in Spanish
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
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$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Spanish
English Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
Approx Total
$146.08
English tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in English
Private Tour in English
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
Approx Total
$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in English
Portuguese Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
Approx Total
$146.08
Portuguese tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Portuguese
Italian Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
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$146.08
Italian tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Italian
German Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
Approx Total
$146.08
German tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in German
Private Tour in Italian
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
Approx Total
$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Italian
French Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
Approx Total
$146.08
French tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in French
Spanish Tour
2 Adults x $73.04
$146.08
Approx Total
$146.08
Spanish tour: This option is for a 100-minute guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Spanish
Private Tour in Portuguese
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
Approx Total
$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in Portuguese
Private Tour in French
2 Adults x $358.85
$717.70
Approx Total
$717.70
Private Tour: This option is for a 100-minute private guided tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus in French

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Live professional guide
  • Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Entrance fees to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Full on-site assistance
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entrance to the Colosseum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Overview

Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and its evolution into one of the most powerful Empires of all time. Take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. Marvel at the beauty of ancient temples at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and discover the largest stadium ever built by mankind: the Circus Maximus.

Meeting points

Meet at the green kiosk on the right as you exit the Colosseo metro station. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please arrive 10 minutes before the starting time. Note that there is also an upper floor exit of the metro station; please meet us downstairs.

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The tour ends inside the Roman Forum.

Itinerary

  • Arch of Constantine

    Start your journey by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the sites of the Roman Forum.

    10 minutes

  • Foro Romano

    Here you will hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem.
 Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.

    30 minutes

  • Basilica Julia

    Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.

    5 minutes

  • Basilica of Maxentius

    Discover the ruins of the largest building in the Roman Forum that became an inspiration for many buildings built afterward, including New York City's former Penn Station.

    5 minutes

  • Arco di Tito

    Marvel at the details of the Arch of Titus that provided the inspiration for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

    5 minutes

  • Temple of Venus and Roma

    Be impressed by the remains of the largest temple in Ancient Rome and enjoy the best view of the Colosseum.

    5 minutes

  • Palatine Hill

    Walk the paths of the Roman Emperors while visiting the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the foundation of the city: the Palatine Hill. Learn how it later became one of the most exclusive areas of Ancient Rome and enjoy breathtaking views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

    40 minutes

  • Circo Massimo (Pass By)

    From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a bird's eye view over what is considered to have been the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus. Let your guide drive your imagination through chariot races, gladiator fights, and the clamor of the public. Learn about the famous Roman Games and travel back in time to a quasi-legendary era before Rome itself and find out the Circus’s foundations in the early myths and Gods. Stay in the Archeological Area as long as you wish at the end of your official tour.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes
  • You will need to pass through strict and mandatory security checks to enter the Roman Forum. Expect to wait 5 to 30 minutes to clear the security checks depending on the season
  • Drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden at the monuments
  • Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside
  • Animals are not permitted
  • Travellers younger than 18 years old must present a valid document or proof of ID
  • You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check

Free Cancellation

July 30100% refund
July 31No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.7

24 reviews

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Highly recommend!

Published on Oct, 2024

This tour was top notch! Our guide Eleanora moved us along early so we were the FIRST to the Colosseum floor and FIRST to get pictures/views before the crowds poured in. She was funny and informative. I’ve been to the Colosseum on my own, and this tour is 100% the way to go. You won’t have to fight the mobs of tourists and you’ll learn and laugh. Highly recommend!!

Great tour with a great guide

Published on Jun, 2024

It was very hot but the guide kept us very interested and stayed longer as it took a little while to get in, very informative

Excellent experience.

Published on Oct, 2023

Tour of Palatine Hill and Roman forum was excellent. Our guide Francesca was very knowledgeable. She made the experience with our small group extremely enjoyable. Definitely worth the time.

Excellent tour of the Palatine Hill and Forum

Published on Jun, 2023

Excellent tour guide which was humourous and had lots of interesting bits of information. We got a lot out of the tour. Highly recommended.

Great tour!

Published on May, 2023

Our tour was wonderful. Daniele V was a great guide, born and raised in Rome. The area was crowded but he got us around most of the people (“Roman Traffic”). We have been to Rome several times but we learned many new things. The small group tour was a great idea. Unfortunately the cit government has placed more restrictions on the underground part of the Colosseum so we were not able to view those parts. Daniele’s love of guiding shows and I would highly recommend him.

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