Rome Trip Overview
Journey back through history to a time of gladiators and emperors as you discover the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide.
See the Colosseum, once known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, through the eyes of gladiators, as you stand on the arena floor, where they would have fought nearly 2000 years ago. Your guide will then take you down into the hypogeum, the underground corridors, as the inner-workings of the amphitheatre are brought back to life. You will learn about the iconic architecture of the Colosseum and its incredible construction
Once in the Roman Forum, your guide will regale you with the fascinating history of Rome as you stand amongst the ruins of what used to be the social, religious and political heart of the city. The Palatine Hill, where legend has it that Romulus founded Rome, now boasts the impressive remains of the palaces of a number of emperors.
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Duration: 45 minutes
Starts: Rome, Italy
Trip Category: Sightseeing Tickets & Passes >> Attraction Tickets
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Journey back through history to a time of gladiators and emperors as you discover the Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide.
See the Colosseum, once known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, through the eyes of gladiators, as you stand on the arena floor, where they would have fought nearly 2000 years ago. Your guide will then take you down into the hypogeum, the underground corridors, as the inner-workings of the amphitheatre are brought back to life. You will learn about the iconic architecture of the Colosseum and its incredible construction
Once in the Roman Forum, your guide will regale you with the fascinating history of Rome as you stand amongst the ruins of what used to be the social, religious and political heart of the city. The Palatine Hill, where legend has it that Romulus founded Rome, now boasts the impressive remains of the palaces of a number of emperors.
Visit: Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Rome Italy
Discover the inside of the famous global icon to understand the rich past of one of the new 7 Wonders of the World. Imagine the thousands of spectators who once watched gory gladiator fights and executions in this very destination. Learn about the Colosseum’s innovative use of mechanisms and engineering to create the biggest spectacles seen in the Ancient world.
Go below ground and see the hypogeum, where all the back-stage action took place, gladiators got ready and wild beasts were kept before being released onto the arena floor. Going through the gladiators’ entrance you will also get to go out onto the arena floor and see the monument as the fighters would have done nearly 2000 years ago.
Duration: 45 minutes
Visit: Roman Forum, Largo della Salara Vecchia 5/6, 00186 Rome Italy
Move on from Roman entertainment and understand how Romans lived their daily life in the Forum. Stroll around the hub of the ancient city and learn of the acts of political treachery that occurred on these grounds. Admire some of the most striking and important ruins, such as the Temple of Saturn and the Curia.
Duration: 1 hour
Visit: Palatine Hill, Piazza Santa Maria Nova, 53, 00186 Rome Italy
Climb up the Palatine Hill to experience the more luxurious side of Ancient Rome, appreciating some of the opulent houses of the Hill’s former residents. The Palatine Hill is cherished in Roman memory as the legendary birthplace of the Eternal City, and its beautiful view over Rome provides the perfect opportunity to reflect on the historic city.
Duration: 1 hour
