
St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access
Discover the history and secrets that make the St. Peter's Basilica so special
- 1 hr 30 min
Explore the wonders of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum at your own pace
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Venue hours
Venue hours and ticket availability are checked separately.
The experience
Start your experience at the Touristation office, where you'll pick up your tickets to the **Roman Forum and Palatine Hill** and enjoy a **25-minute multimedia video** about ancient Rome.
Your multimedia guide will help your imagination reconstruct the grand space of the **Roman Forum** where regular Romans used to live and work. See the **tomb of emperor Julius Caesar**, the toppled columns of this ancient civic area, and **explore the ruins at your own pace**.
Located next to the Roman Forum is **Palatine Hill**, the legendary foundation site of Rome. It's the site where the houses of emperors and kings once stood, and is the centermost hill of Rome where you'll **get the best views of the ancient world.**
Where to go
16 Piazza d'Aracoeli
View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/RomeBefore you book
All visitors are subject to a security screening
Bring a valid original ID. Photocopies are not accepted. Without ID, entry will be denied without a refund
Glass containers, alcoholic beverages, aerosols, large luggage or bags, and pets are not allowed
Not wheelchair accessible
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Entry Price
Adult 18+: €18
Child 0-17: €0
By proceeding you agree to [Regolamento Visitatori](https://tinyurl.com/3mtvyysv) conditions
*Please note some venues have limited opening hours:**
House of Augustus (closed on Mondays)
Curia Julia (only open Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays)
Free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability. In case of not self-sufficient, the free voucher is also extended to a companion
These admissions cannot be used for school groups, group guided tours, and private guided tours
The multimedia video viewing takes place before your visit to the Archaeological Area
No refunds for no shows or latecomers
No storage available onsite
This voucher is not the entrance ticket
No access will be given in case of incorrect personal data
Show your mobile ticket to the guide at the touristation office. Look for a small fountain in front of the office. There are signs, orange flags outside, and staff for assistance
Arrive 15 mins before your reserved time slot to check in and watch the multimedia video. Do not go directly to the Colosseum
Proceed to the archaeological complex of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (15-minute walk from the touristation office)
Take bus 40 or 64 from Termini Station or 64, 91, or 492 from the Vatican. You can take the metro B to get to the Colosseum
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