Highlights of Ancient Rome: Colosseum Express Tour with Self-Guided Roman Forum
Rome
2 hours
Varies
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- Guided Colosseum Tour with a Local Expert – Uncover ancient stories and architecture on a fully narrated visit through the Colosseum’s main levels.
- Maximize Your Time in the Colosseum – Pre-reserved tickets means you'll enjoy smooth entry and step straight into the heart of the action.
- Free Time to Explore the Roman Forum – Your guide escorts you to the entrance, providing tips and context before you explore independently.
- Connect with a Local Guide – Travel in a small group of max 16 people for a more personal connection with your guide and easier movement through ancient sites.
- Express 2-Hour Format – Perfect for travelers short on time who want to see the highlights and don’t want to compromise on quality, access, or depth of storytelling.
Tour description
Unlock Ancient Rome's Secrets in Just Two Hours
When you're traveling, time is precious, and and nothing wastes it faster than long lines and overwhelming options. That’s why we created this Colosseum express tour: a fast-paced, expertly guided dive into one of the world’s most iconic monuments. We've reserved your tickets in advance to guarantee a smooth entry to the Colosseum that minimizes your time waiting in line. Over the next hour, explore its main levels as your guide, an expert in Ancient Rome, reveals the arena's engineering marvels and blood-soaked history. Your guide weaves it all together with gripping stories of gladiators, emperors, and everyday Romans with context makes you see the Colosseum in a whole new light.
Wander the Roman Forum at Your Pace
Then the journey continues, but on your terms. After the guided portion ends, you’ll be escorted to the entrance of the Roman Forum, where your pre-reserved ticket gets you in with ease once again. Before letting you roam freely, your guide will share an introduction to the Forum and point out the essential sites you should see. With the Colosseum’s tales still fresh in your mind, you’re free to wander through Rome’s most storied ruins, soaking up the past at your own pace and choosing when you move on to the next adventure in Rome.
Walks Tours is proud to be an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
