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The Official Colosseum & Ancient Rome Small Group Tour
Rome, Italy
2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
Offered in: English and 6 more
Overview
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See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Palatine Hill—and don’t worry about battling large crowds or long lines—on this intimate, small-group tour. Pick from several convenient daily departure times, and meet your guide in a central location. Head first to the Colosseum, where skip-the-line tickets mean you can spend more time exploring the UNESCO-listed landmark. Then, continue to the Palatine Hill, which offers panoramic views of the city, and explore the highlights of the Roman Forum.
- A small-group tour lets you beat the crowds
- Choose from several convenient daily departure times
- Skip-the-line tickets mean you can spend more time exploring the sights
- Learn all about the history of ancient Rome from your guide
What's Included
Professional Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Radio and Headsets to hear your guide clearly.
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
You will meet the our staf and you will begin your tour at the meeting place, Via della Polveriera 8. Here you can take some beautiful wide angle and panoramic photos of the Colosseum and surrounding areas before the tour begins.
Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Being one of the most visited monuments in the world, there is regularly long ticket line at the Colosseum. By joining our The Official Small-Group Colosseum Tour we will provide you with 'skip the line' entrance tickets, so the group can head straight inside and not waste time standing around in ticket lines.
As you walk inside the Colosseum, you will begin to feel the magnitude of where you are. Exploring the ground floor level and up to the second tier, your guide will recreate the past, with stories of epic battles, painting pictures in your mind, bringing to life the walls that surround you.
Learn about the types of games and ferocious battles that the Romans enjoyed the most. See where the emperor would be perched, high above the arena floor, ready to decide the fate of another gladiator as he stood before a roaring Roman crowd. Along with providing you with expert knowledge, your guide will also point out the best places to capture that perfect picture during your tour, as you tour the circumference of the Colosseum.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
There is regularly long ticket line at the Roman Forum and Palatine.We will provide you with 'skip the line' entrance tickets, so the group can head straight inside and not waste time standing around in ticket lines.
Visiting the imperial palace or having the best view over the city, will represent just some of this tour's attractions. Along with providing you with expert knowledge, your guide will also point out the best places to capture that perfect picture during your tour
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
The Roman Forum was the downtown of the ancient city, the political, economic and religious centre. You will learn about the roman life and you will find out what Romans enjoyed the most.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- All clients will be asked to show a photo ID, you must bring a photo ID to be allowed into the Colosseum.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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