Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Delve deep into ancient Roman history during this small-group tour of three of its most significant sites. Get ahead of the crowds at the Colosseum and explore the first and second tiers of the ancient arena as your guide brings Roman history to life. Climb to the top of Palatine Hill to wander through some of Rome’s oldest ruins and stroll through the Roman Forum, stopping at famous sights like the funeral pyre of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Constantine, and the Temple of the Vestal Virgins.
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Headset (groups over 6 people)
Expertly guided walking tour
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
11:15 start time only: Join an intimate tour with max 8 guests
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Departure Point
Via delle Terme di Tito, 72, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
This tour meets at Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè). Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park. Meet your guide at the entrance of Colle Oppio Park on the corner of Via di Terme di Tito and Via Nicola Salvi.
Return Details
Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
In the Roman Forum.
Colosseum, Rome, Italy Your tour starts at the Colosseum, where you bypass the crowds with pre-reserved passes. Your guide will lead you inside, up a set of stairs, and through the arches for your first glimpse of the world's most iconic sporting ground. Explore the first and second levels, hearing stories of the gladiators who fought here by choice (or otherwise), of the emperors who decided their fate, and of the captive audience whose graffiti still marks the walls today. The Colosseum had more uses as well, some of which you’ll hardly believe—your guide has all the details. 90 minutes
Roman Forum, Rome, Italy The adventure continues at the Roman Forum. You’ll appreciate having a historian as a guide here. As you wander the streets, they can make sense of the ruins for you, pointing out the subtle differences that reveal whether the structure is a moneylender’s shop, public bath, or any number of common ancient structures. Learn what life was like in the days of Caesar, Nero, and Hadrian, and how Roman society functioned. 45 minutes
Palatine Hill, Rome, Italy Finally, climb the hill to see the palaces of Palatine Hill, built on the grounds where Romulus and Remus were discovered by the she-wolf in the legend of Rome’s founding. After an incredible day of making ancient history come to life, you’ll part from your group feeling more in touch with the beautiful ruins of Rome. 45 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
11:15 AM start time only: Join an intimate tour with max 8 guests.
This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.
The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted.
A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
The Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill may close occasionally. We'll notify you of any changes in advance if possible. For last-minute closures, updates will be given at the start of the tour.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
alexandravX8710KZ
23 Oct 2024
Michele was an excellent guide - very knowledgeable and charismatic. Was more than happy to spend a rainy morning learning about Roma from him.
Sarah_J
21 Oct 2024
While the sites are beautiful and awe-inspiring, this tour was disappointing. The guide, Jaber, provided very little information. Much of the time was spent walking in silence or having us take photos in silence even though we had headsets and he could have been sharing information at that time. We left feeling that we learned very little and that our questions were not adequately or accurately answered. While I have had positive experiences with other Walks tours, I would not recommend the company for the Colosseum tour.
L5103JFnickc
21 Oct 2024
Francesca was a wonderful guide, full of knowledge, a keen wit and a great sense of humor. She explained things to us about the Coliseum and Forum that we would never have known otherwise. She also had great before and after photos so we could see what they looked like in their glory days. I highly recommend this small group tour!
Nick Cimorelli
Charleston, SC, USA
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