Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Tour
Description
Step into the past and explore Ancient Rome on this guided tour: an excellent opportunity to discover the essence of the Italian capital along with its historic landmarks and rich heritage. This three-hour journey will transport you through 2,000 years of history!
Tour Overview
At the arranged time, we will gather at the specified meeting location in Rome to kick off our exploration of three key tourist sites in the city!
We will begin our adventure at the legendary Colosseum, the most famous structure in Rome and the largest amphitheater globally. Upon entering, you'll be captivated by its vast stands and remarkable scale, accommodating as many as 50,000 attendees. This remarkable site undoubtedly deserves its recognition as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World!
After delving into the stories of this iconic monument, we'll continue our journey to Palatine Hill, the central peak among Rome's seven hills, steeped in history as the former home of empires and royal dynasties. Originating from as early as 1,000 BC, this location offers stunning vistas of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus, which was once the premier venue for performances and competitions in antiquity.
Our final destination on this guided expedition will be the Roman Forum, a testament to the sophisticated cultural, religious, and political life of Ancient Rome. Our walk along the Via Sacra will lead us to the forum's heart, where we will encounter the remnants of the Temple of Venus, the Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Titus, and the House of the Vestals.
Ultimately, our informative tour will conclude after approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, leaving you enriched by the history of Imperial Rome. Until we meet again!
Itinerary Note
Please keep in mind that for operational reasons, the visiting sequence may occasionally change, but rest assured that all three sites will be included in the tour.
Enhance Your Colosseum Experience!
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Guidelines for Minors
Children under 18 must always be accompanied by an adult, and group bookings for more than 10 minors per adult are not allowed.
Important Information
- Due to the official capacity and ticketing policy at the Colosseum, the start time of the tour may change by up to 3 hours. We will inform you should your reservation be impacted.
- The order of the sites visited may be adjusted based on the entry slot assigned to us by the Colosseum.
- Tickets are personal and non-transferable. Names entered during booking must exactly match those on your ID or passport. You will need to show these documents on the activity day, and entry will be denied if there are discrepancies or errors.
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- Ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 120 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Meeting Point
The meeting point is at the Colosseo metro stop (Line B), at the bottom exit, in Via dei Fori Imperiali, between the green kiosk and the tuk-tuks. You can see the exact location at the following link: https://goo.gl/maps/fPwkddfiCABmAKjD8
Your guide will be waiting for you with a sign saying "Tourismotion".
Important Info
- Please bring your passport or European ID card (if applicable) for all participants, in order to get into each place. No photos or copies will be accepted. The absence of a valid document will result in the loss of your ticket.
- It's mandatory that both the first name and the last name, and the date of birth you indicated in your reservation, must match the information on the selected ticket. In case of discrepancy, access to the monument may be denied without refund.
- Due to the Colosseum’s official capacity limit and ticketing system, the tour’s start time may vary by up to 3 hours. We'll contact you if your reservation is affected by this change.
- The order of the itinerary may vary to accommodate the entry time assigned to us by the Colosseum.
- Please be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes ahead of time so you can check in. If you're late, you won't be able to catch up with the group, and you won't be eligible for a refund.
- At the end of the tour, visitors must leave the archaeological area with the guide and may not remain inside.
- Restrictions on bags and other objects: You cannot do this tour with large bags, large umbrellas, or other bulky objects.
- The tour takes place rain or shine, and cancellations are not permitted due to bad weather.
- If, for security reasons, one or more archaeological sites cannot be visited, the money will only be reimbursed when the Colosseum determines its closure and allows the tickets to be refunded. If this situation is known before the tour starts, you will be offered different alternatives.
- In the summer, we recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, and a bottle of water.
- This tour isn't wheelchair accessible and isn't recommended for people who have difficulty walking.
- On the tour, you'll be offered single-use headphones, but if you want to help out the planet a bit, we recommend bringing your own pair.
- This ticket is not valid for school groups. In the event this voucher is presented for a school group, it will not be possible to access the monument, and it will be necessary to purchase the correct tickets, after checking availability, by paying the entrance fee again.
- Please note that your reservation is for a guided tour with group tickets, not individual tickets. If you do not arrive at the meeting point at the scheduled time, the agency will not be able to give you your tickets, as they are for group use only and at specific times.
Admission Tickets
By booking this activity, the customer authorizes the organizing agency to purchase the necessary entrance ticket for the guided tour, and the price of this ticket is 18EUR.
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