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Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour
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Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour
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Offered in: English and 4 more
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Regular temperature checks for staff
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview
Avoid the long entrance lines at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill during this skip-the-line tour of the sights in ancient Rome. With a guide, head into the Colosseum to walk in the footsteps of gladiators, emperors, and plebeians as tales of the brutal games ring in your ears. Stroll amid the ruins of the Roman Forum, then discover layers of Roman history on Palatine Hill.
- Skip-the-line tour of ancient Rome and the Colosseum
- Bypass the main entrance line at the ancient amphitheater
- Walk along the Colosseum tiers and learn about the gladiators
- Discover the temples and monuments of the Roman Forum
- Hear tales of ancient Rome and the Renaissance on Palatine Hill
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What's Included
Entrance to the Colosseum
Entrance to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Group size of 15-20 or less!
Audio Equipment to hear the guide clearly
Stories to hold onto for a lifetime!
Expert and Passionate Guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
Departure Point
Largo Gaetana Agnesi, 00184 Roma RM, ItalyReturn Details
Palatine Hill, 00186 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, ItalyAdditional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- ID may be required for entrance (especially for guests under the age of 18). Guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- OPERATED BY Crown Tours SRLS
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour?
A:
The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Regular temperature checks for staff
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers.
See all safety measures taken by Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour.
See all safety measures taken by Skip the Line: Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Tour.
Reviews
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223 Reviews
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Jacques_T
, Dec 2020
Well worth the money!
Sophie_L
, Nov 2020
We did a morning tour with Mika which turned out to be a small group of 6 and we took a picturesque walk through palentine hill and the roman forum ending with a tour of the colosseum which was truly fascinating. Mika was lovely and educated us with his vast knowledge of Rome’s history. Would definitely recommend!
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Not super engaged guide
Anders_J
, Jul 2020
I've had both better and worse guides. Things worked out without problems, but that is to be expected.
Response from Host , Jul 2020
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High quality
Jonathan_A
, Feb 2020
Very knowledgeable tour guide. Easy to find the tour. Made life so simple because we did not have to stand in line. Also very much enjoyed the forum and Palentin hill tour. We got to learn a lot.
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Unmissable Tour
Robert_T
, Feb 2020
We booked this tour on the web to avoid the queues - this an absolute must do. Nils was our guide for the Colosseum tour. He told the story of it's origins, building project and use as an entertainment hub. Nils delivery was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He engaged personally with everyone in our group and made it very enjoyable - even for a tourist trail sceptic like myself. Don't kid yourself that it's enough to walk or drive by this awesome structure. The very lovely Marianne then took us to the Palatine and Forum. This was an outdoor stroll of the ancient site on a beautiful sunny February day. Again the commentary on Roman history and culture was both informative and compelling. This young lady knew her stuff. Hugely enjoyable 2.5 hours, well worth the money.
Response from Host , Sep 2020
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Coliseum, Forum tour
hayley_t
, Feb 2020
Our guides were called Lumi and Bruce. Both were amazing and answered all the questions asked by our son. They were full of knowledge and made the tour exciting.
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Colosseum guide was good but not the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Safari490714
, Jan 2020
The guide who came for Palatine hill & Roman Forum gave us a theory class for Palatine hill from a mound n of Roman forum from Constantino’Arch he did not even came with us inside the Roman Forum. It was very difficult to see the temples that he was explaining from the arch he left us at the arch and we entered the Forum all alone by the time i reach inside i could barely remember any of the names. Had to stand to listen to the other Guides who were briefing their groups.
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Rushed tour
cr15t1na
, Dec 2019
Need to use microphone during tours at the Roman Forum and Palentine. Also the Colloseum tour was rushed. It’d be great if tour guide issued our tickets to tourists so they can return if they choose tot
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Great presentation
tracyh695
, Dec 2019
Great presentation by Niels! He was so knowledgeable about the Colosseum and brought to life for us what it must’ve looked like when it was new.
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Very informative tour
Nick H
, Nov 2019
We took this tour to make sure we skipped the queue and to find out more about the coliseum and the Roman Forum. We had different guide for each attraction but they were both brilliant giving us so much information but with a smile on their faces which added to the whole experience. We would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host , Sep 2020
Hi Nick,
Thank you for your feedback. And thank you for your kind words.
I’m happy to know that you had a great time with us and I hope that we managed to make you feel the magic of out beautiful city.
Looking forward to seeing you again on your next trip to Rome.
All the best
Alexandra
Crown Tours
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