Book Guided Tours of the Roman Forum — Small Groups, Combo Tickets

What to bring

• A valid photo ID is required for all participants and must match the name on the reservation.
• Download your audio guide in advance on the Headout app and bring charged headphones if applicable.

What’s not allowed

• Objects such as large bags, sharp items and loose electronics must be placed in the X-ray tray during security screening.

Additional information

• If your ticket includes Mamertine Prison, your visit must begin there and you must arrive at least 1 hour before your Colosseum time slot to collect your entry ticket.
• Timed access applies to the Colosseum only; Forum and Palatine Hill can be visited anytime within 24 hours but each entrance may be used only once.
• Note that there are 2 entrances: one for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.
• The security check can take 30 mins or more. To make the process quicker, please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.
• Each site has different opening hours, so check in advance. Plan around 2–3 hours for the Colosseum, 1–1.5 hours each for Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, and 30–45 minutes for Mamertine Prison.

Inclusions #

• Timed entry to the Colosseum

• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

• Special access to the Colosseum Arena (as per option selected)

• Mamertine Prison access with audio guide (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Access to the Colosseum underground & Belvedere

• Headsets

Inclusions #

• Entry to the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Temple of Romulus, & Imperial Fora

• Access to 7 SUPER sites: Palatine Museum (lower floor only), House of Augustus, House of Livia, Aula Isiaca and Loggia Mattei, Domus Tiberiana, Santa Maria Antiqua, Curia Iulia.

• Admission to ongoing exhibitions at select sites

• Pass valid for one day

• Full list of attractions & multimedia visit timings here

Exclusions #

• Entry to the Colosseum

What to bring

• Valid photo ID; entry may be denied without it.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water.

What’s not allowed

• Name changes after booking.
• Entry without the exact full name provided at booking.

Accessibility

• Not accessible for wheelchair users, prams/strollers, or visitors with mobility issues.
• Some areas have uneven surfaces.

Additional information

• Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled entry at the Arch of Constantine meeting point.
• Security checks may cause minor delays.
• Colosseum entry fee is €18 (or €24 for Arena access) plus a €2 booking fee.
• The order of the tour may change—check for updates before your visit.
• Palatine Hill and Roman Forum do not have timed entry; expect potential wait times.

Inclusions #

• Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum

• English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German or Japanese speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)

• Timed entry to the Colosseum

• Headsets

Exclusions #

• Arena access

• Access to Underground and Belvedere

Rome HOHO

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points. 

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red route

• First bus: 9am from Rome Termini Station (Stop #1)
• Last bus: 6pm from Rome Termini Station (Stop #1)
• Frequency: Every 20 mins
• Popular stops: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Spanish Steps

Inclusions #

Rome HOHO 

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by Big Bus
• Access to Red Route
• Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Bazilian Portuguese & Mandarin
• Free WiFi
• Complimentary headphones
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Timed entry to Colosseum (near stop #3 Colosseum on Red route)
• Access to tiers 1 & 2 and Museum
• Entry to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
• Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German & Chinese

Pantheon

• Skip-the-line entry to Pantheon (near stop #5 Piazza Venezia on Red route)

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Timed entry to Castel Sant'Angelo (near stop #6 Vatican on Red route)
• Access to the terrace
• Digital audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian & Chinese

Rome HOHO

• Most of the buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. However, strollers must be left on the lower deck of the bus.
• Pets with muzzles are welcome on board.
• Luggage is not allowed on board.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

• Large backpacks and luggage are not allowed inside the venue.
• Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.
• Please note that timed priority entry is only available at the Colosseum, but the tickets for the Forum and Palatine will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the Colosseum entry time is selected during booking.
• Note that there are 2 entrances: one for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.

Pantheon

• For the verification process, bring along a valid identity document.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Some areas within the Pantheon may be inaccessible due to site restrictions, leading to unpredictable closures.
• The Pantheon may close without prior notice for masses and other events.

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Large bags and luggage are not allowed.
• Only some areas of the castle are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• If you've chosen the audio guide option, ensure you carry your own earphones.