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Experience the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace! Visit as many or as few attractions as you like.
- Fan of DIY Travel? Combine visiting the Temple of Saturn and the goddess Vista, or the palaces of Flavian and Augustine emperors at the Palatine Hill.
- Enhance your experience with a 25-minute multimedia video with graphical illustrations of ancient Rome and the reconstruction of the Eternal City.
- Let the explorer in you out as you imagine the heart of the Roman political, social, and religious life at the Forum
- Fun fact: The Roman Forum was once home to a zoo that contained exotic animals from all over the world, including lions, tigers, elephants, and crocodiles.
Experience the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace! Visit as many or as few attractions as you like.
- Fan of DIY Travel? Combine visiting the Temple of Saturn and the goddess Vista, or the palaces of Flavian and Augustine emperors at the Palatine Hill.
- Enhance your experience with a 25-minute multimedia video with graphical illustrations of ancient Rome and the reconstruction of the Eternal City.
- Let the explorer in you out as you imagine the heart of the Roman political, social, and religious life at the Forum
- Fun fact: The Roman Forum was once home to a zoo that contained exotic animals from all over the world, including lions, tigers, elephants, and crocodiles.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Multimedia Video
Exclusions
- Access to the Colosseum
- Guide
- Tip: Don't miss out on the Panoramic views from Farnese Gardens! Be sure to head there when exploring the Palatine Hill ...
- Names are mandatory for Palatine and Forum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
- Keep in mind that guests will need to collect the ticket from the office to enter Palatine Hill and the Forum.
- All guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry for maximum safety. Expect to stand in line.,
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Stella
Mar 2024Verified booking
The film showed in the office about Acent Rome was interesting . I didn't reoalise that the ticket I purchase lasted a month , that was a surprise and rather strange as I am not sure how many folk would be able to take advantage of that . Less cost would be better I think .
Quéruel
Oct 2024Verified booking
Access is really fast. No queues.
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Jo
Jun 2024Verified booking
Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. His tour allowed us to visualize the colosseum as it looked back in history
franceschelli
Aug 2024Verified booking
Klara
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Katarína
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Gârla
Dec 2023Verified booking
It was a great experience with many memoriable moments. firts of all i liked that we skipped the line, we had a hosted enter. we bought the all inclussive tickets and we could enter toa ll the museums that were there. about price it was ok affordable. with no doubts i will suggest6 Headout to all my friends. its a great application
ALMAIRAC
Nov 2023Verified booking
Laura
Oct 2023Verified booking
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Oct 2023Verified booking
voet
Sep 2023Verified booking
BLUSSON
Sep 2023Verified booking
Difficult to find the ticket office Professional and efficient welcome
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Heli
Jul 2023Verified booking
Good instructions and kind guiding what to do and how to get there. We also enjoyed the 3D movie. Thank you!
Your chance to explore Rome’s ancient wonders at your own pace.
- Time travel to ancient Rome with comprehensive access to Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
- Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time slot and enjoy a stress-free experience at Rome's eternal arena.
- Start at Level 1’s ancient seating rows with arena views, and Level 2’s museum of ancient artifacts. Enrich your visit with an audioguide, multimedia video or guidebook.
- Freedom to continue your journey within 24 hours of first entry at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering temples, markets, and hilltop views.
- Upgrade and fight like a gladiator at Colosseum's exclusive Arena Floor access for a truly unforgettable experience.
Your chance to explore Rome’s ancient wonders at your own pace.
- Time travel to ancient Rome with comprehensive access to Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
- Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time slot and enjoy a stress-free experience at Rome's eternal arena.
- Start at Level 1’s ancient seating rows with arena views, and Level 2’s museum of ancient artifacts. Enrich your visit with an audioguide, multimedia video or guidebook.
- Freedom to continue your journey within 24 hours of first entry at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering temples, markets, and hilltop views.
- Upgrade and fight like a gladiator at Colosseum's exclusive Arena Floor access for a truly unforgettable experience.
Inclusions
- Timed entry to the Colosseum
- Access tier 1 & 2 and Museum
- Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
- Special access to the Colosseum Arena (as per option selected)
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian & Chinese or a Guidebook (as per option selected)
- Headsets
Exclusions
- Live guide
- Access to the Colosseum underground or upper floors
- Tip: While exploring Palatine Hill look out for the Farnese Gardens, a peaceful escape from the crowds. Beautifully manicured terraces, statues, and panoramic views of the Roman Forum and Colosseum await.
- Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
- Please note that timed priority entry is only available at the Colosseum, but the tickets for the Forum and Palatine will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the Colosseum entry time selected during booking.
- Note that there are 2 entrances: one for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.
- The security check can take 30 mins or more. To make the process quicker, please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.
- After booking the ticket, you’ll receive information on how to download the digital audio guide app on your smartphone. Just make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget to bring your favorite headphones!
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Fabricio
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was awesome, the tickets worked perfectly. The colosseum is spectacular and the forum was a very immersive experience totally worth it
Martina
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was okay. It was good, everything worked out with the ticket, the audio guide was not so relaxed to choose. Would book with you again.
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Liam
Dec 2024Verified booking
Everything , just to see what they Romans built 100s of years ago while most of the world was living in caves was truly amazing...
Domingo
Nov 2024Verified booking
Very good experience with the purchase of the tickets and I had no problem getting in. Both the Colosseum and the Roman Forum is one of the most impressive things I have ever seen.
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Kwong
Nov 2024Verified booking
My fiends (14 people)and I had travelled a long way to Colliseum. We had missed the time limit for our session due to traffic condition. We were not allowed to enter the Collisseum without listening to our explanation at all. I don't the best way to treat overseas visitors. What a waste of time and money. Disappointe! We could only visit the Roman Forum part.
Daniel
Nov 2024Verified booking
They wouldn't let me in with our tickets, we had to call customer service who couldn't resolve the issue. Was meant to be getting a full refund but I haven't seen anything showing that the refund is coming unfortunately. If nothing shows next week will have to contact again to get it.
Maria
Nov 2024Verified booking
The Colosseum is a unique monument. It was a feat of engineering, but more importantly it helps one experience how brutally different humanity was before Christianity gave us the values we cherish today.
Elisa
Nov 2024Verified booking
The visit to the colosseum wasn't worth it, as no audio guide was given on presentation of the ticket, as you actually had to download an application onto your phone.... we didn't have any headphones with us, and the only languages available were English and Italian... fortunately, the visit to the forum was much more enjoyable (ticket valid for 24 hours), but no explanations either, as there was no audio guide... too bad.
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Isabel
Nov 2024Verified booking
The grandeur of such ancient architecture. I imagined what that place would be like with the people of that time and I also thought about what it would be like if one of those people could travel in time, to our days. What would he/she think...
TORDEUX
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything went really well. It was magnificent. If you want to enter the coliseum at 2pm, be careful because the last entrance to the forum is at 3.30pm. We were lucky to get in, but it was very tight and it wasn't specified when you bought your tickets.
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deepak
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was Marothon day in Rome and we took a whole round to entered into Colosseum. A note can be add with ticket is that Kids ticket (below 18 years) can be collect by showing valid proof from window# 10 inside colosseum after security check.
Henrike
Nov 2024Verified booking
The coloseum is impressive and informative, but far too crowded, even end of Oct. the adress provided by Headout was not the correct entrance.
Jürgen
Nov 2024Verified booking
I can't say that about the abundance of superlatives. We had no problems with the tickets, despite the large crowds
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Sandra
Nov 2024Verified booking
I recommend buying tickets in advance for first thing in the morning to take advantage of the day, both the Colosseum and the Palatine are worth all the trouble in the world, the entrance was fast without queues. Thank you.
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Luís
Oct 2024Verified booking
Thw Colosseum is awesome. But I could not visit the Forum because it closes very early. The connection of the App was always going down even though my Internet was ok.
Jochen
Oct 2024Verified booking
The ticket for the Koloseum costs 18 euros - for children it is free or costs 2 euros. Headout only offers a standard price for adults. Even though there was a queue at the entrance, we were inside in less than 5 minutes at the booked time. The audio guide is disappointing. Firstly, the mobile data network at the Colosseum is so slow that it takes ages for the content or the next article to load. Secondly, the audio guide is not geared towards the tour - it does not describe the stations on the tour but provides general information about the Colosseum. The Palatine Hill and Roman Forum are a little better - but it is difficult to see exactly where you are. An interactive map or at least pictures to accompany the audio tracks would be desirable.
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Wim
Oct 2024Verified booking
Colloseum is of course fantastic so visiting Rome without Colloseum, forum and palatine Hill is a waste of your visit . What is good to mention is that you can also get free tickets for your children when entering the colloseum. Also without a long queue.
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Lagarde
Oct 2024Verified booking
The Colosseum was great to visit and with headout it made the experience easy we had the tickets so it was accessible.
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Romina
Oct 2024Verified booking
It is very well organized with fixed times so that you don't have to wait long to get into the impressive Colosseum. It was truly an experience for our daughter.
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Maria
Oct 2024Verified booking
As the audio guide did not work well (because it was very quiet and also worsened to be surrounded by a lot of ambient noise) we could only see the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine as spectators so all the details were lost. Well, at least we didn't wait in line to get in. That's something.
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Gemma
Oct 2024Verified booking
Amazing! So much to see. Best to get the full experience tickets to allow you into all (most) of the additional rooms/areas dotted around palatine hill and the forum. Great day out!
jerome
Oct 2024Verified booking
Fast, convenient access On the other hand, it's extremely unacceptable that the audio guides are only in English or Italian.
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Klaus
Oct 2024Verified booking
What we did NOT love: 1. For two tickets the audio guide required TWO smartphones. This is a problem when only one is available (elderly folks). A full accu is not enough for listening to all stories! 2. For two tickets headout charged us 65,80 €. Those tickets are sold for 36,00 € in Rom. That's close to a rip-off.
Kuntz
Oct 2024Verified booking
Entry on time, easy and efficient However, an effective audioguide in French was lacking, as it was very difficult to follow the explanations in English over the surrounding noise.
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Deborah
Oct 2024Verified booking
All of it! It was amazing to see it and be able to walk inside and take it all in! Just amazing! Palatine Hill was just as amazing. I can highly recommend this ticket.
Step into ancient Rome with a guide who brings history to life at every turn.
- Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill - hit all the hotspots of ancient Rome on this 3-hour guided tour.
- Pick a time slot that works for you and skip the wait. Head inside the Colosseum without the hassle of long lines.
- Follow your guide to Level 1’s ancient seating rows and arena views, explore Level 2’s museum with fascinating artifacts, and learn vivid tales of the amphitheater.
- Stroll through the lively ruins of temples and markets at the Forum and climb Palatine Hill for sweeping views and stories of Rome’s imperial palaces.
- Opt for a small group tour with just 15 guests—fewer people, much better photos, and all the attention you deserve.
Step into ancient Rome with a guide who brings history to life at every turn.
- Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill - hit all the hotspots of ancient Rome on this 3-hour guided tour.
- Pick a time slot that works for you and skip the wait. Head inside the Colosseum without the hassle of long lines.
- Follow your guide to Level 1’s ancient seating rows and arena views, explore Level 2’s museum with fascinating artifacts, and learn vivid tales of the amphitheater.
- Stroll through the lively ruins of temples and markets at the Forum and climb Palatine Hill for sweeping views and stories of Rome’s imperial palaces.
- Opt for a small group tour with just 15 guests—fewer people, much better photos, and all the attention you deserve.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
- English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)
- Access to Colosseum tier 1 & 2 and Museum
- Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
- Headsets
Exclusions
- Arena access
- Access to Underground and upper floors
- Tip: The Colosseum tours involve lots of climbing steps and walking. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes to prevent fatigue!
- As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is not possible to skip the lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users baby carriages, and people with mobility issues.
Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry. - Just a heads-up: the order of the tour might change, so it's a good idea to check for updates before your visit.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Luis
Dec 2024Verified booking
Our visit to the Colosseum was a truly unforgettable experience, and we owe much of it to our guide Rosario. Her knowledge and passion for history brought every detail about the Flavian Amphitheater and Rome's rich history to life in a unique way. She transported us back in time with her clear and engaging explanations, allowing us to further appreciate the magnificence of this iconic site. We would recommend this tour without hesitation to anyone wishing to enjoy a complete and enriching experience. It was much more than a visit, it was a lesson in history and culture, and we can't wait to return and continue discovering more of this amazing city!
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Yarisell
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was the first time we took a guided tour, and thanks to our guide, Miriam, we were delighted and want to repeat. We will definitely go back to Rome with my children and we will book the tour with them again and hopefully we will be back with Miriam.
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Alper
Dec 2024Verified booking
Tour guides were perfect Colosseum tour guide Andrada and Vatikan tour guide Debra was great. I give 5 /5 to both of them. There wasn't headphone service for Vatikan tour. İt was not comfortable. Colosseum tour was with headphone service and it was easy to understand our tour guide.
Christos
Dec 2024Verified booking
We started off at the Ancient forum, then we went to the Palatine Hills and ended up at the Colosseum! Our guide George told us every little detail. Details that we wouldn't find easily. And because I like history I learned lots of new things! I would recommend it anytime! Take the guided tour and enjoy a walk through Ancient Rome and its history!
Nicholas
Dec 2024Verified booking
We had an amazing guide, Maria, who gave us a lot of information and details about what we were seeing and experiencing. She was clear and engaging. Crowds were not bad at the time we went and our group was relatively small. Meeting instructions were clear and the audio worked well.
JHG
Dec 2024Verified booking
We had a guide who was on time at the appointed time and point. The guide knew how to speak passionately and was able to engage the tour participants well.
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Leonel
Dec 2024Verified booking
The tour is pleasant and you get to know everything or almost everything in sight. I recommend doing this tour with a guide to get the most out of the experience and understand the context of many things, it is definitely money well spent.
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Luis
Dec 2024Verified booking
I really liked all the information they gave us, it made the time we spent very fast because everything was very interesting. As an opportunity for improvement they could give us better quality headphones, because the sound was very poor, plus I only had for one ear.
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JUAN
Dec 2024Verified booking
The guide Miriam was spectacular, clear, concise and most importantly very very enjoyable and fun, we would repeat without hesitation, knowing that it is her.
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Jennifer
Dec 2024Verified booking
I really enjoyed visiting the site but the tour felt rushed. We weren't given much time to soak in all the aspects of what the guide was talking about and take photos.
Priscila
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our guide Maria explained us wonderfully all the history of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine. It was an unforgettable experience and highly recommended.
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Descultu
Nov 2024Verified booking
The overall Experience was awesome. Sergio was very kind and answered all of our questions. The weather was ok, it started to rain while on tour but Sergio saved us by going in the coloseum to keep us away from the rain. 5/5
Giancarlo
Nov 2024Verified booking
Carlota, an extraordinary guide. She handled the congestion of tourists and visitors in an extraordinary way, and accompanied the tour with a very well planned story, supported by complementary material. Very good.
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Tracy
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide, Ivana, was excellent! The pace of the tour was perfect. We had a small group, and Ivana help us navigate around the crowds. I would recommend this highly to anyone visiting these sites!
EDUARDO
Nov 2024Verified booking
I had a great time. Our guide, Rosella, gave us the information in a pleasant way, so we didn't feel overwhelmed! Her friendly nature and smile are to be noted. She even helped us take some pictures! The tour was carried out according to the information on the website and although there were many tourists, Rosella always made sure that we had a quiet place and could listen to the information she gave us in a pleasant way. Thank you for joining us.
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Alina
Nov 2024Verified booking
Ilaria, our Roman guide, was very pleasant and welcoming. She knew her job inside out and was full of anecdotes that made the visit very entertaining. I highly recommend this guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine and Roman Forum.
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Sofia
Nov 2024Verified booking
Checkin was straight forward with lots of groups going out at the same time. Tour guide Eugine, was knowledgeable and friendly.
Ashley
Nov 2024Verified booking
Sandra was the best tour guide we had in Rome, very personable and interesting. The headsets made it easy to hear and were more comfortable than some of the others we had. Enjoyed
Joray
Nov 2024Verified booking
the vatican tour was very cool! very pleasant tourguide to listeen to and caring. The Colloseum tour was also cool although the Italian accent and maner of talking through me of and made it so i could not quite understand what was being told.
Gian
Nov 2024Verified booking
Even though it was a busy day due to it being a holiday in Rome, we had a great experience and were able to enjoy ourselves in these marvelous sites. Chiara was an awesome tour guide and she enhanced the experience altogether.
Marcela
Nov 2024Verified booking
An unforgettable experience! We learned a lot! The guide was a luxury! You can see her great knowledge of the subject. Greetings from Argentina, Marcela and Miguel.
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Victoria
Nov 2024Verified booking
We missed the first tour to the Colosseum because the time was changed to an earlier time and that wasn't convenient for us. The Vatican tour time also changed but we were able to make it. The tour guide was absolutely fantastic, she was incredibly knowledgeable about very engaging, I could have talked to her for hours.
Roberta
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our guide was really very good! His extensive knowledge and entertaining manner made the 3 hours pass in no time. He managed to make ancient Rome, its rise and fall "come alive" and make connections and analogies to the present day. It was really exciting to listen to him!
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Maria
Nov 2024Verified booking
We really liked the historical monuments and the information provided. As a point to improve, it was a little difficult for us to understand Lidia. The tickets were not given to us, so once the tour was over there were several exhibits that we could not visit inside the forum.
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Alessandro
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our guide Tatiana was incredible! Lovely and Kind person, besides knowing everything about coliseum. Thanks for Thais amazing experinece
Unlock exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena floor on this immersive 3-hour tour.
- Dive straight into the action at Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with this all-in-one guided experience.
- Skip the chaos with timed Colosseum entry at your chosen slot. Your guide will walk you through every inch of its monumental grandeur.
- Begin at Level 1, see arena and the gapped rows, head to the museum at Level 2, and finally step onto the exclusive Arena Floor for a gladiator’s view.
- Stroll through ancient temples and markets at the Forum, then climb Palatine Hill for sweeping views and the remnants of Rome’s imperial palaces.
- Choose a group of 15 for a more personal experience with detailed insights into Roman history, religion, and architecture.
Unlock exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena floor on this immersive 3-hour tour.
- Dive straight into the action at Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with this all-in-one guided experience.
- Skip the chaos with timed Colosseum entry at your chosen slot. Your guide will walk you through every inch of its monumental grandeur.
- Begin at Level 1, see arena and the gapped rows, head to the museum at Level 2, and finally step onto the exclusive Arena Floor for a gladiator’s view.
- Stroll through ancient temples and markets at the Forum, then climb Palatine Hill for sweeping views and the remnants of Rome’s imperial palaces.
- Choose a group of 15 for a more personal experience with detailed insights into Roman history, religion, and architecture.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
- English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)
- Special access to the Colosseum Arena floor
- Access to Colosseum tier 1, 2 & Museum
- Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
- Headsets
Exclusions
- Guided tour of Arena
- Access to Underground and upper floors
- Hotel transfers
- Tip: Don't miss out on your chance to see the Arena floor up close. Book in advance to get the best choice of starting times for your travel schedule!
- The experience is not accessible by wheelchair, pram/stroller baby carriage, or people with mobility issues.
- Rain or shine, this tour won't be canceled. If there is a heavy downpour, some areas of the tour will be closed for safety reasons.
- Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry. Photo IDs are mandatory for minors and adults.
- The order of attractions visited might be subject to change. Your guide will help you navigate all 3 sites daily of the crowds.
- As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is impossible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Ana
Dec 2024Verified booking
Despite the bad reviews that I read, I have to say that everything went great for us with our guide Chiara who explained everything in a way that made the whole tour very enjoyable and interesting and the tour itself is very worthwhile.
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José
Dec 2024Verified booking
The environment was wonderful and the experience was very good, the only thing I did not like was the monotony of the explanation of the guide, who tried to transfer his beliefs and his anger towards the church in each explanation. This is the 3rd time I have visited the colosseum and I am sure there will be more, but I hope to have another guide in Spanish.
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Alberto
Dec 2024Verified booking
Hello, we wish to convey to SEVERUS our guide (in Spanish) day 7/12/24 our sincere congratulations..he is a very good guide he illustrated us very well ..also he alerted and protected us from pick pocket pickpockets in the colosseum. THANK YOU VERY MUCH
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ANDRAULT
Dec 2024Verified booking
We had a wonderful experience with our guide Mario, who was as cultured as you could wish for, and fascinating in the way he told us the history of this marvellous site! Many thanks to him. Alice and Guy.
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Anderson
Dec 2024Verified booking
A fantastic experience, Cristina (the tour guide) is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and very attentive.
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Antonio
Dec 2024Verified booking
We had to return the next day to enter the coliseum because there was a problem with the tickets, the fault was mine because I bought tickets for adults 18-24 years old, and I am older, in my opinion is one thing to improve in the menu of the web because it can be confusing, and I think I was not the only one. But in the end everything was solved, thanks to the local partner and thanks to the fact that we had the whole Sunday to be able to come back, that's why my positive rating.
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IOANNIS
Dec 2024Verified booking
It's an amazing monument,thinking all its history beside the architectural side that is unbelievable for the time it was built..our guide,Lumi(hope that's the right spelling) was excellent with lot of knowledge and very kind.Willing to explain anything you wanted!
Teresa
Dec 2024Verified booking
It was a very good tour and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. She was occasionally a litle hard to hear/understand, although some of that was due to the size of the group. The beginning of the tour was a little disorganized, but I think that may have been due to understaffing. it took a while for the group to get organized. A general announcement about how we were being organized would have been helpful. The tour itself was exellent, and our guide was very well informed. It was amazing to see the Colisseum up close. It was worth it to skip the lines, and to move through the process with someone who was familiar with the process. I would recommend the tour to others.
Andrew
Dec 2024Verified booking
The tour guide seemed to know a lot. Only down was she practically made us run up Palatine hill to get to the toilets before they shut. My husband was 80 on the day and I am 65.
Fernanda
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our guide Barbara was AMAZING! She speaks Portuguese very well and is super enthusiastic about Roman history. She really manages to convey the whole history of the place in a very incredible way.
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Robyn
Nov 2024Verified booking
The tour stated late because there was no guide the staff were not in a uniform as mentioned in the email so very difficult to find. The guide disappeared to take the lift down while myself and others required the life down we found our own way to the lift and could not find the guide after returning to the bottom of the stairs the guide did not advise of a meeting place or the area we would be viewing next, we called the office and they were not helpful to call the guide on his mobile phone for us. I would like a 59% refund as only had a guide during the visit to the coliseum Not very happy
James
Nov 2024Verified booking
The tour was great and the guide knowledgeble. It woudl have been awesome if we had started the tour at the first site and saved a lot of extra walking up and down hill. Half the group was older and could have used the fewer steps.
CHRYSI
Nov 2024Verified booking
We had an amazing tour of the Colosseum with Alexandra, our guide. As a true Roman, she shared her passion and knowledge with incredible enthusiasm and attention to detail. Her explanations were captivating, full of interesting facts, and delivered with kindness and charm. Alexandra truly brought the history of the Colosseum to life for us. Highly recommended!
Valeria
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guide was super experienced and very kind, she explained everything and asked for doubts. Very punctual and enjoyable tour. I would hire them again. Very good experience
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Danilov
Nov 2024Verified booking
We took a guided tour around the colloseum, Palatine Hill and Roman forum and we were very pleased with it. Our tour guide, Lumi, was very knowledgeable, very sweet, knew when to throw in a bit of sarcasm, when and how to make a connection with the old and new world and when to just say the story. There were kids in the group and she was mindful about them too. At the end she recommended us a few places to eat and visit. We ended up with a great experience and we're glad we took it.
alejandro
Nov 2024Verified booking
The timetable of the guide was not in accordance with the official schedule because it was too long and boring, we left before it was over because at the time the visit was supposed to end we had only seen the colosseum and we still had to see the palatine and the forum. It seemed to me that it lacked rhythm
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Honorio
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was all wonderful! And the best thing was the attentive treatment of our guide, who explained everything very well and solved all the doubts that arose.
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Patrick
Nov 2024Verified booking
Excellent experience in Rome. Everything was planned and the guides were very well organized. Our French-speaking guide was very thorough in his explanations and we had a good visit with a group of +/-10 people. Headphones were provided for the group.
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JOSUÉ
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guide made all the difference, showing us pictures from the past and how things used to be. It wouldn’t have been the same experience without a guide.
Viviana
Nov 2024Verified booking
We had a very good experience. The guide, an Italian woman who speaks Spanish, was excellent. Once in rome, the company communicated with us via whatsapp to give us all the details of the meeting before the tour.
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Dominique
Nov 2024Verified booking
We loved seeing the Roman Forum up close. We already knew about the Palatine and the Colosseum, but it was great to walk around inside the Colosseum.
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Oliver
Nov 2024Verified booking
Fantastic surroundings and our tour guide Sylvia was very personable, thoughtful and did an excellent job of bringing the history of the places to life for us.
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Murray
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guide was very knowledgeable, funny, and helpful. The sites and history were amazing. Thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend as a must do in Rome.
Dorota
Nov 2024Verified booking
All was well organized and out guide Barbara was very good prepared and experienced. There were some technical problems with audio quality in my guide receiver. Also so called access to the Arena of Colloseum was disappointing since in fact it can be seen exactly the same as from the other places with the lower price ticket.
Eduardo
Nov 2024Verified booking
The guide understood very well the history of all the monuments visited, which made the walk quite enjoyable. The colosseum is really impressive.
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Top things to do in Rome
Why Visit the Roman Forum?
- See the stunning architecture: Reconstructed many times during its existence, the Roman Forum is a wonderful example of how various forms of architecture from different eras merge together.
- Learn about Roman history: Several structures inside the Roman Forum take you through the glorious past of the Roman Empire.
- Learn about ancient gods: The Temple of Caesar, the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Jupiter, and the Temple of Vespasian were all important places of worship for Ancient Romans.
- The center of politics: The Roman Forum lies in the heart of the city of Rome. Many buildings like the Curia and the Rostra tell you how politics played an important role in how the area was built.
Plan your visit to the Roman Forum
Opening hours
Location
Faciities
Visitor tips
March 1 to 30, 2024: 9am – 5:30pm
Last entry: 4:30pm
31 March 31 to 30 September: 9am – 7:15pm
October 1 to 26: 9am – 6:30pm
27 October to 31 December: 9am – 4:30pm
The Roman Forum is closed on public holidays of January 1 and December 25. It will close early on March 29.
Address: Via Della Salara Vecchia, 5/6, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
The Roman Forum is just 592 meters away from the mighty Colosseum.
How to Get There
By Metro: Colosseo and Circo Massimo are the two closest metro stations to the Roman Forum. You will just have to walk a few minutes to get here.
By Bus: Bus numbers 118, 170, 190F, 51, 628, 80, and C3 stop at the nearest bus top, just a 4-minute walk to the Roman Forum.
By Taxi: You can also take a taxi directly to the Roman Forum. It is easy to find one at Piazza del Popolo.
- Elevators
- Private Wheelchairs
- Toilets
- Buy your Roman Forum entry tickets in advance. If you wait to buy them on arrival, you might have to wait in long queues and lose a lot of time.
- You will be doing a lot of walking. Make sure you're wearing comfortable footwear.
- Keep a bottle of water with you. You will need it, especially if you're going in the afternoon.
- Take a guided tour to understand the history behind each building inside the Roman Forum.
- Go on a weekday. The Roman Forum is one of the most visited places in Rome. It is crowded during weekends and holidays.
Roman Forum highlights
Senate House
Also called Curia, the Senate House was the official meeting spot for the senators. Throughout history, the Curia has been built many times, the most famous being Curia Julia, built by Julius Caesar. It was later converted to a church in around 630 AD.
Temple of Saturn
Shielded by eight majestic columns, this temple was a place of worship dedicated to Saturn. Made with Egyptian granite, travertine rocks, and Thasian marble, the Temple of Saturn is among the most visited structures inside the Roman Forum.
Temple of Jupiter
Located on Capitol Hill, the Temple of Jupiter was a shrine for the god Jupiter. Made using tuff, terracotta, and marble, the Temple of Jupiter was one of the most culturally significant temples for the people. However, less of the original construction remains today.
Arch of Titus
The Siege of Jerusalem in 70 AD was the first Roman-Jewish war in which Emperor Vespasian and his elder son, Titus, emerged victorious. In honor of this victory, Vespasian younger son and Titus's brother, Domitian, built the Arch of Titus.
Temple of Vesta
The Temple of Vesta was built for the Vestal Virgins, a group of women who pledged never to get married. It was believed that if the eternal flame of the temple went out, the Roman Empire would come to an end.
The Rostra
Originally, the Rostra was a podium for leaders to address the public. It was built by Julius Caesar and later completed by his nephew, Caesar Augustus. Standing 5 meters high and 30 meters wide, it was decorated with ship rams from defeated ships.
Temple of Castor and Pollux
The ancient Romans had erected a temple for Jupiter's twin sons, Castor and Pollux. What was once a massive structure, only the primary three columns and the inner podium survived over the years.
The Via Sacra
The Sacred Way, or Via Sacra, was a pathway leading to Capitoline Hill. It was used for public processions, triumphant marches, and religious celebrations. Many Roman emperors were also deified at the Via Sacra, which was considered a religious street.
The Regia
The Regia was the residence of the Roman kings and their families. It later became the official residence of the highest priest of the church, known as the Pontifex Maximus. It lies at the center of the Roman Forum.
Temple of Vespasian
The Temple of Vespasian celebrated the reign of Emperor Vespasian. It deified both Vespasian and Titus, as was common in ancient Rome. Brick, concrete, and marble were used to construct the temple.
Temple of Antoninus and Faustina
Right opposite the Regia, the temple was initially built by Emperor Antoninus Pius for his wife and Roman Empress Faustina the Elder in 141 AD. After Antoninus' death in 161 AD, Marcus Aurelius rebuilt the temple as a shrine to both Antoninus and Faustina.
Basilica Julia
The construction of Basilica Julia was started by Julius Caesar and later completed by his nephew and successor, Augustus. It was used as a public building for government meetings. The structure was later converted into a church.
House of Vestal Virgins
Functioning as the residence of Vestal Virgins, the House of the Vestal Virgins is located behind the Temple of Vesta in the Roman Forum. Presently, only the statues of the Vestals remain in the Atrium Vestae.
Arch of Septimius Severus
Located at the northwest end of the Roman Forum, the Arch of Septimius Severus is a striking, white marble triumphal arch. Constructed to commemorate the Parthian victories of Emperor Septimius Severus, the arch was built in 203 AD.
Roman Forum architecture & design
In all the ruins of various structures inside the Roman Forum, you will find that Greek architecture was the main source of inspiration for architects. Most of the buildings classify under the architectural styles of Ancient Roman architecture and Paleochristian architecture.
Common elements like arches, domes, and columns are similar across the buildings. There was also the use of raw materials like tuff, limestones, bricks, and marbles.
Brief history of the Roman Forum
Pre-Roman period
753 to 716 BC
Owing to its low-lying location, the area served as a great location for people to build houses. Fresh water was drawn easily from the Tiber River, and the people grew their food at the banks of the river.
Roman Kingdom
625 to 510 BC
After laying the foundations of the Roman Empire, Romulus named the city Rome and the Roman Forum area was at the center of his kingdom. He also built a wall along Palatine Hill that would shield the city from flooding.
Roman Republic
509 to 27 BC
During this period, many important structures inside the Roman Forum were constructed as it became a public plaza where all official government businesses were conducted. The Curia, the Rostra, the Comitium, and Basilica Julia were built.
Roman Empire
64 to 476 AD
From the early settlements to an official government center, the Roman Forum had become an important area by this time. Triumphal processions, religious ceremonies, and many other events of importance were held at the Roman Forum.
Medieval Times
476 AD to 14 Century
By the Medieval Era, the Roman Empire had begun to topple due to constant invasions by the Barbarian tribes. The area was plundered and the Roman Forum became nothing but an area where cattle were taken to graze the fields.
Renaissance
14 to 17 Century
Between the 14th and 16th centuries, the Renaissance Era emerged, starting in Florence, Italy. During this period, the ruins of the Roman Forum were discovered. Many buildings were reconstructed and turned into Roman Catholic churches.
Excavation
19 to 20 Century
In 1803, it was archaeologist Carlo Fea who rediscovered the lost land of the Roman Forum. The area was excavated. Owing to its size, it took 100 years to complete the excavations and gather artifacts that gave a glimpse into the life of ancient Romans.
Frequently asked questions about Roman Forum tours
What is the Roman Forum?
The Roman Forum was a public plaza in ancient Rome that was used for proceedings, cultural and religious events, open-air markets, criminal executions, and gladiator combats (before the Colosseum was built) and as a center for government affairs.
Where can I buy Roman Forum tickets?
You can buy tickets to the Roman Forum online. It is best advised to get your entry tickets online as the Roman Forum is a popular tourist attraction in Rome. You can buy your tickets here.
Can I visit the Roman Forum with Colosseum tickets?
Entry to the Roman Forum is usually guaranteed with your Colosseum tickets. These tickets also give you access to Palatine Hill.
Who built the Roman Forum?
The Roman Forum has not been built by one person, but by different Roman rulers over the years. It started with Romulus, the founder of Rome. Roman Emperors like Julius Caesar, Caesar Augustus, Vespasian, Titus and Domitian, and their successors built different structures inside the Roman Forum.
Why was the Roman Forum so important?
The Roman Forum is one of the oldest places in Rome. It has many structures that give a glimpse into the life and culture of ancient Romans. It is a historically significant area in Rome that has ruins dating back to 500 BC.
What was life like in the Roman Forum?
The Romans held all important events at the Roman Forum. Religious festivals were held at different temples inside the Roman Forum. Local merchants also held open-air markets to sell their goods regularly. The Roman Forum was also the seat of the Roman Senate, where public addresses and official government affairs were held.
What is the Roman Forum famous for?
There are many structures inside the Roman Forum that people from all around the world come to see. It has the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Jupiter, the Arch of Titus, the Curia, the Rostra and the Temple of Vespasian, among others. It has the ruins of all these structures that serve as a brilliant example of Roman architecture.
Does the Roman Forum exist even today?
Despite dating back to 500 BC and being destroyed by natural and man-made causes, the Roman Forum exists even today. Although it is in ruins, there are many buildings that have been preserved over the years. You can visit the Roman Forum and marvel at its glory simply by purchasing Roman Forum tickets.
Can visitors gain Roman Forum admission?
Yes, visitors are allowed inside the Roman Forum. You can enter it for free if you have entry tickets to the Colosseum.
Where is Roman Forum located?
The official address of the Roman Forum is Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6, 00186 Roma RM, Italy. It is just about 500 metres away from the Colosseum.
Is Roman Forum near the Colosseum?
Yes, the Roman Forum is just about 500 metres away from the Colosseum. You can enter the Roman Forum for free with your Colosseum tickets.
How is Roman Forum connected to the Colosseum?
The Roman Forum is just a walking distance away from the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. It served as the government headquarters in ancient Rome while the Colosseum was used for annual games. Now, you can enter both attractions with Colosseum and Roman forum tickets.
Is the Roman Forum a religious site?
The Roman Forum used to be a religious site but now it is just an archaeological area. The Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Jupiter, the Temple of Vespasian, the Temple of Castor and Pollux, the Temple of the Deified Caesar, the Mamertine Prison, the Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Romulus and the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina were all important places of worship for ancient Romans.
Is there a dress code to enter the Roman Forum?
There is no dress code to enter the Roman Forum as it is not a religious area. You should, however, wear comfortable footwear as you will be doing a lot of walking to explore the area.
How can I get to the Roman Forum?
There are many ways to get to the Roman Forum. You can take the metro and get down at Colosseo or Circo Massimo metro stations, depending on from where you will be entering the Roman Forum. You can also take buses 118, 170, 190F, 51, 628, 80 and C3 and get down at the nearest bus stop, which is just about 4 minutes away from the Roman Forum on foot. There are direct taxis you can find all around the city, the easiest place being Piazza del Popolo.
What can I expect to see at the Roman Forum?
You will find ruins of some of the most important buildings in ancient Rome that are stellar examples of Roman architecture. The Arch of Titus, the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Vespasian, the Curia, the Rostra, the Temple of Jupiter, the Temple of Caesar and the Via Sacra are among the must-see places inside the Roman Forum.
