Rome

Skip The Line: Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Rome, Italy
Faster than Skip the Line Colosseum Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour

From $43.01

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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

  • 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Offered in: English

Overview

If you’ve got limited time in the Eternal City then look no further than this express tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Customize your tour by choosing to include skip-the-line admission tickets to one or all of the three attractions, and receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 13 people.
  • Tick off three top Rome attractions in just a couple of hours
  • A great introduction to local history for first-time visitors
  • Headsets ensure that you can hear your guide clearly
  • Skip-the-line admission tickets save you hours of waiting

What's Included

  • Licensed Tour Guide.
  • Skip the Line Access To Colosseum
  • Quality Headset.
  • Entry/Admission Fee To Colosseum.
  • Access To Roman Fourm only tickets and no guide
  • Access To Palatine Hill only tickets and no guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and Drinks.

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    Green kiosk front of Colosseum metro station line B our staff will wait you with our sign - Whats In Italy Tours

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Colosseum

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Palatine Hill Access is included but without guide.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Free access to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with our Colosseum tour. Last entry until March is 3:00 PM, and from March to mid-October is 5:30 PM. Arrive early for Palatine access on late-day tours or contact us a week before for exact timing.
  • Skip the line access not guaranteed by 1st Sunday of every month and we should wait some time as its free day.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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      Reviews

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      745 reviews
      Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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      Great tour
      Janine_C, Mar 2024
      The tour company gave good instructions where to meet, text messages and photo of the meeting point. The tour guide was very good and helpful. He spoke very good English!
      Great place wrong tour guide
      Michael_C, Mar 2024
      Tour Guide was all over the place. Only saw very little of Colosseum, and was so frustrated we didn’t go to Roman Forum
      Worst experience
      Marlies_V, Mar 2024
      I have traveled a lot and this is by far the worst tour ever, my tour was supposed to start at 12, I hot there at 11:30, T he guide, Ali Abd, didn't show up until 12:45pm in a really bad mood because I had contacted the company, hi was very very rude, had a very strong accent and I couldn't understand him, hi started talking very loud in his language, it was a disaster, my advice to you, in Italy stick to Italian guides
      Pick another tour
      Peter_B, Mar 2024
      Unorganized… Tour didn’t really start until 1 hour after the start time. Scattered information with no real game plan. Very disappointing.
      Great Tour
      Ross_S, Mar 2024
      Barbara was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the history in an easy to understand way. Really enjoyed it!
      Detailed and knowledgeable, accommodating and caring
      Joel_C, Mar 2024
      The tour guide Barbara was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and informative. It was a busy day as the Vatican was closed and it was a seamless process given how busy it was. The tour operator even ensured a guided tour of the forum after it being so busy which was very accommodating and nice. Made to feel welcomed and not rushed taking time and ensuring everyone got prime positions.
      Great Value!
      Alaina_G, Mar 2024
      Expert guide and one of a kind experience. We saw everything we wanted to and got great photos. Kids enjoyed it!
      A great delivered tour
      Craig_R, Mar 2024
      A great tour delivered by an experienced guide who knew her subject and conveyed it exceptionally well.
      Best trip in Rome
      Claire_M, Mar 2024
      My favourite trip. Barbra is an amazing and engaging guide. She has so much knowledge and is passionate about her job.
      Frustrated way to spend a day in Rome.
      cwags64, Mar 2024
      Very frustrating , unorganized, booked for 12p tour arriving at 11:30. It didn’t start until 1:20 and actual entrance 1:50p. Wasted majority of day in Rome waiting for this tour with all the waiting didn’t spend anything on forum or hill! Barbara the guide was very good to bad we were not in the mood after almost 2hrs of waiting. Defeated the purpose of booking to skip the the lines.
      Best Colosseum tour!
      Bella_M, Mar 2024
      The owner, Ali, stayed in communication with me everyday leading up to the tour. This was super helpful and made me feel so much better about coming on this tour. Our tour guide (we cannot remember his name) was absolutely fantastic. He stayed with us walking around and talking until the very last second. This tour was one of the best decisions we made all trip. The information was amazing. We were given plenty of time to walk around take photos and just spend time enjoying the colosseum. Will 100% recommend to any and everyone coming to Italy!
      Great experience!
      Vicky_C, Mar 2024
      Wonderful experience and the tour guide was spectacular. The voucher redemption instruction could be more clear,
      Excellent tour!
      Emma_M, Mar 2024
      Alnardo was very knowledgeable. He provided us with a great tour of the coliseum. Was really straight forward once we arrived at the meeting point and the tour next steps were explained clearly. Despite it being very busy we were able to gain entry speedily and start the tour of the coliseum. We all enjoyed it very much and would encourage anyone to book this experience. Thank you! Really was amazing.
      Great tour with Barbara
      Ben_H, Mar 2024
      This was a very nice tour. The tour was only of the colosseum, but you had tickets to the forum and hill as well. Barbara was a very good guide with great knowledge. Just make sure you can walk fast she is speedy! This was a fun tour.
      See the Colosseum
      Keith_H, Feb 2024
      Knowledgable guide, small group, decent audio loop to hear and stay connected as we moved through the busyness of the Colosseum
      Don’t do it
      Gilberto_S, Feb 2024
      I booked this tour in December and decided to give the tour company a chance after noticing reviews began to improve in December. Nonetheless, a day prior to our tour, I decided to check reviews and noticed they summed up to being a phony company. Based on those reviews, I reached out to Viator seeking a refund since 24-hour window had passed. Viator declined, so I decided not to take a risk in ruining our day. I lost the money, but am happy with the decision we made in going straight to the counter at venue to get our own tickets. Please read other reviews in January for specifics.
      Response from Host, Feb 2024
      I am Sorry for your experince but I think you experience other operator Tour not us. However please send us a copy of your booking so we can procced further and take action in this regards
      AWFUL
      elizabeth_B, Jan 2024
      Waited almost an hour from the time I was met at meeting place to get into the Coloseum with a different guide. Took ages to put a lot of different people together to be with a very bad ENGLISH speaker Guide was TERRIBLE an old lady who kept talking in a strange childlike voice as if she was making a joke but it was very creepy. The radio connection was poor so couldn’t hear her when she was walking. She RUSHED us through as fast as she could.
      Roaming Rome!
      Rachel_G, Jan 2024
      We had such an amazing time exploring the Colosseum. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the structure and Rome. Excellent experience!
      Response from Host, Jan 2024
      Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time exploring the Colosseum with us. Our guides take pride in sharing their extensive knowledge of both the Colosseum and the rich history of Rome. We're delighted that you had an excellent experience, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable tours in the future. Safe travels!
      Total scam for tour of Colosseum
      Robert_W, Jan 2024
      We purchased tickets for a 'Skip the Line: Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.' When we met the guide, he explained that we still had to purchase the tickets. However, since we had paid ~$65 per person, the guide gave us his credit card to buy the tickets. While there was a long line, the guide explained that his colleague was saving a spot for us. When we got to the ticket line, we were instructed to cut in front of about 1/2 the 200 hundred or so people who were waiting. Once we did, people started yelling at us that we were cheating. We did not know what to do, as we had already paid A LOT of money for the tour, and it was our last day in Rome. After about 45 minutes and a lot of embarrasement, we got to the ticket window. However, the employees told us they were sold out of tickets for the day. It was a HORRIBLE experience for our whole family, as we had spent a lot of money for this and planed our day around it.
      Response from Host, Jan 2024
      Thank you for reaching out, and we are sincerely sorry to hear about the challenges you faced during your supposed tour. However, after carefully reviewing our records, we cannot find any matching details for your specific tour or purchase. To assist you further and investigate the matter, could you please provide us with proof of your attendance, such as booking confirmation details or any communication you had with our guides or team? We want to ensure that we address your concerns accurately and take the necessary steps to improve our services. If there has been any misunderstanding or if you mistakenly posted this review for the wrong business, we appreciate your cooperation in providing additional information. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to resolving any issues that may have occurred during your experience. please send the details as fast as possiple, and we will expedite the investigation process. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding as we work to address this matter promptly.
      No skip-the-line and group size was actually around 23 people.
      Ariel_R, Jan 2024
      Avoid and queue for own tickets instead. Some time after meeting, Ali told us that "the Colosseum has cancelled our booking" and were then told to queue for "just 10-15 minutes" to get tickets... we walked some 500 meters to a separate entrance and then decided to ask for a refund. We were 45 minutes beyond the agreed start time, still queuing to buy tickets and would then still need to pass through the separate security queue... all with not much time left before the Colosseum closed. Two stars only because we did get our refund, but it is a waste of time if what you want is a reliable way to see sights on a limited schedule.
      Response from Host, Jan 2024
      Thank you for sharing your experience, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you faced during your tour. We understand the frustration caused by the unexpected challenges at the Colosseum entrance. We want to clarify that the issue you encountered was beyond our control, as occasionally, the Colosseum management may face staff shortages or other operational issues. While we strive to provide a seamless experience for our guests, external factors can sometimes impact the scheduled plans. We appreciate your understanding and are glad to hear that you received a refund. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will use it to improve our communication with guests about potential delays and to explore ways to minimize the impact of unforeseen circumstances. We regret that this experience did not meet your expectations, and we genuinely hope you consider giving us another opportunity in the future. If you have any further concerns or if there's anything we can do to make amends, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Thank you for your feedback and for bringing this to our attention.
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