Colosseum skip-the-line walking tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
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Colosseum skip-the-line walking tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

4.7/5
Excellent
Based on 8 reviews
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£43.00
Free cancellation
Language: English , Italian , French , Spanish , German , Portuguese
Availability: On selected dates
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 3 hours
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • Learn stories behind the monuments of Rome on a leisurely walking tour
  • Discover relics of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Travel back in time, embraced by 360 degrees of jaw-dropping Roman architecture
What to expect

Walk in the footsteps of giants on this guided tour through the heart of the Roman Empire and learn the history behind it all, from the minute to the magnificent.

Pause to contemplate the genius that took the Colosseum from concept to reality in 70 to 80AD; centuries before the advent of modern engineering. Once the most famous meeting place in the world, the amphitheater is estimated to have once held 50,000 to 80,000 spectators. Your Gray Line pass will allow you to skip hours of long lines to enter the Colosseum directly.

Once inside, breath in the bloody past of the edifice, brought to life again by your passionate, expert guide. Standing for nearly two millennia, the structure has been a symbol of both glory and scorn, serving vastly different purposes over the course of history. Just outside, you'll see the magnificent Arch of Constantine.

Continuing the walking tour, discover the excavated ruins of the Roman Forum archaeological site, where many structures remain intact to this day. For a city founded in 753BC, this is no small feat. Continue exploring the breathtaking Palatine Hill, ending your tour with a deeper connection to the history of Rome and a strong foundation of knowledge. On the Palatine, Romulus and Remus were found by a she-wolf that kept them alive, which is supposedly how Rome received its name, so the legend has it. On the other hand, Rome might derive from the Etruscan word Rhumon (river). This is something we will never know. What we do know is that Rome has gained in popularity over that last 2,000 years and has proved worthy of its nickname “the Eternal City”.

At the end, you'll have time to continue exploring the area on your own or return to your hotel.

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds
  • The experience complies with government regulations
  • What's included
    • Tickets to the Colosseum and the archaeological area
    • Professional guided walking tour
    • Wireless audio headsets
    What's not included
    • Food or drinks
    • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
    Where

    Via Celio Vibenna, 2, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    Meeting point:
    By the Arch of Constantine, please be there no later than 15 minutes before the tour starts.
    What to remember
    • Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
    • Due to shorter daylight, from October 28, during the afternoon tours, the visit to the Palatine Hill will be replaced with an external explanation from the Capitoline Hill
    • The archaeological area involves walking on medium-hard floors, please wear comfortable shoes and be ready for rain or shine. The areas are not wheelchair accessible and not suitable for individuals who have difficulty walking
    • This tour ends in the Colosseum vicinity
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    Provider
    Gray Line - I Love Rome
    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

    What people say about this experience

    Excellent

    4.7/5

    Based on 8 reviews from verified customers

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    • Anonymous

      From United States of America - March 2023

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

    • Anonymous

      From United States of America - March 2023

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

    • Anonymous

      From Germany - June 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Die Führung war ausgezeichnet! Eine sehr liebe Reiseführerin mit sehr viel Wissen! Sehr gerne wieder!

    • Anonymous

      From Germany - June 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Alles Super

    • Anonymous

      From Switzerland - June 2022

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Le guide était excellentz

    • Anonymous

      From Germany - November 2021

      Excellent

      Overall rated

      5/5

      Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Führung mit Fabio. Er hat viel erklärt und war immer ansprechbar bei Fragen.

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