Private Tour of Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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The Arch of Titus in the Forum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The Roman Forum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and its evolution into one of the most powerful Empires of all time.

Take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. Marvel at the beauty of ancient temples at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and have a bird's eye view over the largest stadium ever built by mankind: the Circus Maximus.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: TOURIKS

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Entry fees to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Included: Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
Included: Full on-site assistance

Not included

Not included: Optional tips
Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Entrance fees: Entrance to the Colosseum
Not included: Entrance fees: Entrance to the Circus Maximus

Itinerary

Arch of Constantine

5 min

Start your journey by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the sites of the Roman Forum.
Roman Forum

30 min Admission included

Here you will hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem.
Basilica Julia

5 min Admission included

Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.
Basilica of Maxentius

5 min Admission included

Discover the ruins of the largest building in the Roman Forum

that became an inspiration for many buildings built afterward, including New York City's former Penn Station.
Arco di Tito

5 min Admission included

Marvel at the details of the Arch of Titus that provided the inspiration for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
Temple of Venus and Roma

5 min Admission included

Be impressed by the remains of the largest temple in ancient Rome and enjoy the best view of the Colosseum.
Palatine Hill

35 min Admission included

Walk the paths of the Roman emperors while visiting the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the foundation of the city: the Palatine Hill. Learn how it later became one of the most exclusive areas of ancient Rome and enjoy breathtaking views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Circo Massimo

From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a bird's-eye view over what is considered to have been the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus. Let your guide drive your imagination through chariot races, gladiator fights, and the clamor of the public. Learn about the famous Roman Games and travel back in time to a quasi-legendary era before Rome itself and find out the Circus’s foundations in the early myths and Gods.

Stay in the Archeological Area as long as you wish at the end of your official tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet us at the green kiosk at street level outside “Colosseo” metro station - Line B (blue line). Look for a member of staff holding a yellow Touriks sign. There’s also an upper floor exit of the metro station; please meet us downstairs. Please arrive 30 minutes before your starting time.

End point

The tour ends inside the Roman Forum.

Using your ticket

Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time
Please expect to wait 5 to 45 minutes to clear the mandatory security checks
Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the same name provided at the time of booking for a successful entry
For environmental reasons, it is preferable that you bring your own earphones and do not print your voucher. We will provide earphones in case you forget yours
We suggest you bring your own refillable bottle as you can find drinkable-water fountains everywhere in Rome

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check
Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking
Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the same name provided at the time of booking for a successful entry
You will need to pass through strict and mandatory security checks to enter the Roman Forum. Expect to wait 5 to 30 minutes to clear the security checks depending on the season
Animals are not permitted
Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside
A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes

Options

English Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in English.
Portuguese Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Portuguese.
French Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in French.
German Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in German.
Italian Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Italian.
Spanish Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Select this option for a private guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Spanish.