Availability: Daily*
Duration: 3 hours, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
*This tour operates from October 27, 2024 to February 28, 2025.
Discover the origin and the soul of Rome with a visit inside one of the most famous Roman landmarks: the Colosseum.
Your expert guide will give you an introduction to the history of the Colosseum including the reason why it was built and the story of the famous “Roman Games”. Discover the legends of the Gladiators as you visit the tribunes and imagine to be an excited spectator watching wild beasts or slave-turned heroes fighting.
Then enjoy a beautiful walk through the Roman Forums and admire the arch of Titus, the temple of Saturn, Vespasian and Antoninus Pius - just to mention some of the highlights.. an immense display of evocative ruins which used to be the social, political and commercial hub of the Roman empire.
The tour will end with a climb up to the founding spot of Rome, the Palatine hill. Here the legend says it's where Romulus decided to build his Palace. You will enjoy a spectacular last view of the forums and Rome.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance to Colosseum and Roman Forum
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Please note that once booked this tour is non changeable and non refundable.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking, comfortable shoes are recommended.