Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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Small-Group Tour of Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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€69
Duration
1 h 30 min
Group size
Up to 10 travellers
Guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

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Overview

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.

What's included

Live professional guide
Sterilised headsets to hear the guide clearly
Entrance fees to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Not included

Entrance to the Colosseum
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance to the Circus Maximus

What you will do

Arch of Constantine
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.
5 min
Roman Forum
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.
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.
30 min
Basilica Julia
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.
5 min
Basilica of Maxentius
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.
5 min
Arco di Tito
Marvel at the details of the Arch of Titus that provided the inspiration for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
5 min
Temple of Venus and Roma
Be impressed by the remains of the largest temple in Ancient Rome and enjoy the best view of the Colosseum.
5 min
Palatine Hill
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.
35 min
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.
Pass by, no stop

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.

Important information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved, wear comfortable shoes
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
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
Animals are not permitted
You must be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts to complete the sign-up process and clear the security check
Trolleys and large backpacks are not allowed inside