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Things to do in Rome
Colosseum and Roman Forum Sightseeing Area Walking Tour is a tour or activity in Rome, about 2 hours long. It costs about CAD $6 per person, with 2 options at different prices. TripRadr is a neutral Canadian vacation comparison site; you book this activity on Viator, and TripRadr may earn a commission.
Discover the heart of Ancient Rome as you explore the stories, monuments, and characters that shaped one of history's greatest empires.
Our guide will lead you to panoramic viewpoints overlooking iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, offering some of the best views in the city.
This isn’t just a tour of ruins; it’s a journey through a civilization that blended myth and history, brutality and brilliance.
You'll hear tales of ambitious emperors, political conspiracies, gladiatorial spectacles, and everyday Roman life. Learn how a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber grew into an empire that dominated the ancient world—and why it eventually fell.
With captivating storytelling and expert insights, we'll bring Ancient Rome to life and reveal the secrets hidden behind its most famous monuments.
This is a tip-based tour. Our guides work for tips alone, and at the end of the experience, you are free to contribute whatever you feel the tour was worth
Prices are per person in CAD. They are approximate, converted from Viator's price, and the final price is shown on Viator. You choose your option on Viator.
Adult (4 to 95)
$6
Adult (4 to 95)
$6
The meeting point is in Piazza dei Calcari, in front of Torre del Papito. The guide will hold a tour sign with the name of the tour.
The tour ends in front of the Colosseum. It's a very well connected spot with buses and metro.
Check the meeting time and place on Viator when you book. They can differ by option and date.
The ruins of Ancient Roman temples and Pompey's court. The place where Julius Caesar was assassinated.
15 min
The Insula dell'Ara Coeli reveals how ancient Romans lived in multi-story apartments nearly 2,000 years ago. Tucked beside Capitoline Hill, it’s a rare and captivating peek into Rome’s earliest urban lifestyle.
10 min
Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, is a stunning Renaissance square on Capitoline Hill, with an iconic oval design and a bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius at its heart.
5 min
Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-emperor of Rome, is renowned for his wisdom, discipline, and writings in Meditations, where he reflects on Stoic principles. His reign (161-180 AD) is remembered as a golden age of stability and intellect, embodying the ideals of a thoughtful and just ruler.
5 min
The Roman Forum, once the vibrant heart of ancient Rome, is filled with the ruins of temples, arches, and marketplaces where daily life and politics thrived. Today, it stands as a breathtaking window into the grandeur and complexity of the Roman Empire.
10 min
Augustus, Rome's first emperor, transformed the Republic into an Empire and ushered in the Pax Romana, a period of unprecedented peace and stability.
5 min
Trajan’s Market, an ancient multi-level complex, is often considered the world’s first shopping mall, with over 150 shops and offices. Built around 110 AD, its impressive arches and corridors showcase Rome’s architectural ingenuity and bustling commerce during the empire’s height.
Constantine the Great, Rome’s first Christian emperor, reshaped the empire by establishing Constantinople as a new capital and endorsing Christianity.
5 min
The Colosseum, Rome's iconic amphitheater, once hosted brutal gladiatorial combat and grand spectacles for up to 80,000 spectators.
10 min
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rules can differ by option and date. The policy shown on Viator when you book is the one that applies.
Colosseum and Roman Forum Sightseeing Area Walking Tour costs about CAD $6 per person. The price depends on the date, the option you choose and the number of travellers. Prices on TripRadr are in CAD and approximate, converted from Viator's price. The final price is shown on Viator before you book.
It takes about 2 hours. The exact start and finish times depend on the option and the date you choose. Viator shows the times when you pick a date.
This activity includes A totally new way to interpret history; Ancient Roman archeological sites; Licensed guide; Panoramic views of the Colosseum and Roman Forum (no entry). Anything that is not listed is not included. The full list is on the Viator page.
Not included: It's a tip-based tour. The guides work for your tips alone.; The tour doesn't include the entrance ticket to the Colosseum and Roman Forum; Internal visit of Colosseum and Forum is not included. All the monuments are seen from outside.. Plan to pay separately for anything that is not listed as included. The full list is on the Viator page.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Rules can differ by option and date. Read the policy on Viator before you book.
Viator lists the meeting point as: The meeting point is in Piazza dei Calcari, in front of Torre del Papito. The guide will hold a tour sign with the name of the tour. It ends at: The tour ends in front of the Colosseum. It's a very well connected spot with buses and metro. The meeting time and place can differ by option and date. Check them on Viator before you book.
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