Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Tour - Reviews

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9.20 / 10

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Jul / 16 / 2023

Diego Ortega

Guadalajara, Mexico

I travelled with friends

Empezamos fuera de la estación del metro y luego pasamos al Coliseo en un recorrido con una gran explicación para después llegar al monte Palatino y escuchar historias sobre ese lugar para después terminar en el Foro Romano, la verdad el guía Ivan era un entuciasta en lo que hacia y explicaba muy bien, tanto que te envolvía en la historia. Translate this opinion into English.

We started outside the metro station and then we went to the Colosseum in a tour with a great explanation to then reach the Palatine Hill and hear stories about that place and then end up in the Roman Forum, the truth is that the guide Ivan was an enthusiast in what He did and explained very well, so much so that it involved you in the story. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 16 / 2023

Mariana

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Iván ha sido un guía maravilloso. Pobre tanta pasión en su relato que que motiva mucho a querer aprender más y exprimir la experiencia al máximo. El clima no ayudaba por la ola de calor pero el ha estado muy atento y cuidadoso con todo el grupo. Lo recomiendo mucho! Translate this opinion into English.

Ivan has been a wonderful guide. Poor so much passion in his story that motivates a lot to want to learn more and squeeze the experience to the fullest. The weather did not help due to the heat wave but he has been very attentive and careful with the whole group. I highly recommend it! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Jul / 15 / 2023

Anonymous

Argentina

Muy bueno el.guia y el recorrido. Para mejorar deberían explicar mejor el punto de encuentro. La entrada de metro esa tiene dos entradas a distintas alturas. Da a confusión. Tuve que pedir ayuda a un guía de otra empresa que nos indicó donde estaban ustedes. Translate this opinion into English.

Very good the guide and the tour. To improve they should explain the meeting point better. That subway entrance has two entrances at different heights. Gives confusion I had to ask for help from a guide from another company who told us where you were. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 14 / 2023

Sergio Aguilar Oriol

Sevilla, Spain

I travelled with small children

El guía Iván, fue fantástico, un 10!!!. Nos encantó su explicación, su entusiasmo, se nota que disfruta con su trabajo y eso lo transmite. Íbamos con niños y los hizo participe a lo largo del recorrido del tour. Muchas gracias Iván por hacernos tan ameno el tour. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide Iván was fantastic, a 10!!!. We loved his explanation, his enthusiasm, it shows that he enjoys his work and that transmits it. We were with children and he made them participate throughout the tour. Thank you very much Iván for making the tour so enjoyable. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 13 / 2023

Bárbara

Sevilla, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Muy bien, el grupo no fue gigante, y la guía española muy simpática, respondió a muchas preguntas. Hicimos el recorrido comenzando por el foro, ya que luego haría mucho más calor y así podríamos quedarnos en el Coliseo una vez terminada la visita para fotos. En este tour no entra el tercer anillo, la arena ni el subterráneo. Eso sí, no sé si es que no se puede o que no quedaban entradas, pero en verano estás visitas mejor a partir de las 19:00 horas...que calor! Sombrero, crema solar, y abanico Translate this opinion into English.

Very good, the group was not huge, and the very nice Spanish guide answered many questions. We did the tour starting with the forum, since it would be much hotter later and we could stay in the Colosseum once the visit was finished for photos. This tour does not include the third ring, the arena or the subway. Of course, I do not know if it is not possible or if there were no tickets left, but in summer you are better off visiting after 7:00 p.m. ... how hot! Hat, sun cream, and fan Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 13 / 2023

José Berto Rodríguez álvarez

Breña Baja, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Iván es un guía excepcional. Además de su gran dominio sobre la materia, nos encantó el modo en que la trasmite, su cercanía, su calma, su intento de que recordemos detalles significativos, acompañado de unos toques de humor, de interés y comprensión apta para todas las edades, sin prisas, con atención continua a las necesidades de sus seguidores desde sus necesidades fisiológicas hasta dificultades de movilidad. En fin, ojalá nos tocará siempre un guía como él. Gracias Translate this opinion into English.

Iván is an exceptional guide. In addition to his great mastery of the subject, we loved the way he conveys it, his closeness, his calm, his attempt to make us remember significant details, accompanied by a few touches of humor, interest and understanding suitable for all ages, without rush, with continuous attention to the needs of his followers from their physiological needs to mobility difficulties. Anyway, hopefully we will always have a guide like him. Thank you Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 13 / 2023

Nicolas

Santander, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Pocos sitios para refrescarse y pocos de sombra necesarios por el intenso calor. Demasiada gente (se hace difícil seguir al guía) y demasiado rápida la visita. AGOTADOR. Una visita a lugares increíbles y únicos en el mundo que acaba haciéndose difícil de soportar y se disfruta poco debido a las condiciones. Los auriculares una vez más muy, muy, muy mejorables. Contantes interferencias que interrumpen la explicación del guía (agotada por cierto, dado el numero de visitas a realizar ese día). S Translate this opinion into English.

Few places to cool off and few shade necessary due to the intense heat. Too many people (it is difficult to follow the guide) and the visit is too fast. EXHAUSTING. A visit to incredible and unique places in the world that ends up becoming difficult to bear and little enjoyed due to the conditions. Headphones once again very, very, very improvable. Constant interference that interrupts the guide's explanation (exhausted by the way, given the number of visits to be made that day). S Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with teenagers

Jul / 13 / 2023

Juan Jose

Spain

Cuando a una persona le gusta lo que hace se le nota, ese el el caso de IVAN. Muy bien explicado todo el recorrido y, a pesar del calor, de lo largo del recorrido y de que estaba bastante masificado, se hizo muy ameno con sus notas de humor y su buen hacer. Gracias. Translate this opinion into English.

When a person likes what they do, it shows, that's the case with IVAN. He explained the entire route very well and, despite the heat, the length of the route and the fact that it was quite crowded, he made himself very entertaining with his notes of humor and his good work. Thank you. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 11 / 2023

Lesley

United Kingdom

I travelled with my partner

Actual trip was great, but weather too hot. Your meeting place was in full sun, we were there 10 minutes early as instructed but your staff didn't show up until later. We had to wait for an interpreter, I understand this was an emergency but the tour didn't really start until 40 minutes after the due time and no time was added on the end to make that up. Guide was excellent. Youneed to put up an awning as does the Colosseum security queue.

I travelled with my partner

Depending on the tour, some delays may happen at the beginning of the tour. Even so, our local team strives to make the tour as complete as possible, giving the full content. We apologize for any inconvenience caused in this regard. We will take this into account to continue improving the service.

Jul / 11 / 2023

Anonymous

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with small children

Ha ido todo fenomenal. Localizamos al grupo enseguida, la guía era toda una profesional, contestando a todas las preguntas y explicando las cosas de maravilla. Hasta el rato para entrar al coliseo se hizo ameno con sus comentarios. Repetiremos sin dudarlo para otra excursión. Translate this opinion into English.

Everything has gone great. We located the group right away, the guide was a professional, answering all questions and explaining things wonderfully. Until the time to enter the coliseum, he was entertaining with his comments. We will repeat without hesitation for another excursion. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

Jul / 11 / 2023

Marta

Spain

I travelled with small children

Muy buen tour. Contentos de haberlo podido hacer. La guía, Elena, explicó todo detalladamente, llevaba un dossier con información complementaria muy visual y adecuada. Fue muy interesante. El Coliseo imponente. Visita obligada en Roma. Ir con calzado cómodo, con el niño (5 años) un poco difícil pero se puede hacer. Translate this opinion into English.

Very good tour. Glad to have been able to do it. The guide, Elena, explained everything in detail, she had a dossier with very visual and adequate complementary information. It was very interesting. The impressive Colosseum. Must visit in Rome. Go with comfortable shoes, with the child (5 years) a bit difficult but it can be done. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with small children

Jul / 09 / 2023

Alfonso

Bilbao, Spain

I travelled with small children

Aún con toda la solana que teníamos hoy, nuestro guía Vicente nos explicó de forma clara y rápida los puntos más mportantes del foro, palatino y coliseo, dando pinceladas de historia de la ciudad entre los diferentes monumentos haciendo la visita entretenida y divertida.... Los enanos aguantaron bien y el poder acabar en el coliseo la visita está muy bien! Gracias Vicente! Translate this opinion into English.

Even with all the sunshine we had today, our guide Vicente explained to us clearly and quickly the most important points of the forum, palatine and coliseum, giving hints of the city's history among the different monuments making the visit entertaining and fun... The dwarfs held up well and being able to end up in the coliseum the visit is very good! Thanks Vincent! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 09 / 2023

Gustavo

Lima, Peru

I travelled by myself

El recorrido es una linda experiencia si visitas Roma, el único punto en contra es que es muy extensa la caminata y si no estás acostumbrado(a) a recorrer largas distancias, puede que no termines de visitar los 3 puntos. Los guías 100% amigables con los turistas y abiertos a las preguntas! Translate this opinion into English.

The tour is a nice experience if you visit Rome, the only point against it is that the walk is very long and if you are not used to traveling long distances, you may not finish visiting the 3 points. The guides are 100% friendly with tourists and open to questions! Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

Jul / 09 / 2023

Andrea Gomez

Norway

I travelled with small children

We skipped the horrible long line and Tomas the guide person was amazing! He is fun, informative and really considerate with the kids and the whole group. He was checking at all of us were doing it ok due to the hot weather. This tour is the best I’ve had in Italy.

I travelled with small children

Jul / 09 / 2023

Anonymous

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Suuuuuuper bien la guía muy maja, enrollada, con muchos conocimientos de los monumentos y su historia. Además, nos indicó sitios muy buenos para comer (no turísticos). Por otr parte, llegamos un poco tarde al tour pero de seguida nos dieron una solución. Translate this opinion into English.

Super good, the guide is very nice, cool, with a lot of knowledge of the monuments and their history. In addition, he indicated very good places to eat (not touristy). On the other hand, we arrived a little late for the tour but they immediately gave us a solution. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 09 / 2023

Leo

Bs As, Argentina

I travelled with small children

Nos tocó a Tom cómo guía, el cual en mi opinión fue excelente en información, calidad y manejo de los tiempos. El único aspecto a mejorar, es que me hubiese gustado quedarme un tiempo más en el predio, por lo que hubiese Sido beneficioso que nos avise antes de salir...para que uno pueda elegir, quedarse o irse. El resto excelente, el mejor guía que tuvimos en Roma. Translate this opinion into English.

It was Tom's turn as a guide, who in my opinion was excellent in information, quality and time management. The only aspect to improve is that I would have liked to stay a while longer on the property, so it would have been beneficial if you let us know before leaving... so that one can choose, stay or leave. The rest excellent, the best guide we had in Rome. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 08 / 2023

Sandra Olivia Munive Gomez

Mexico

I travelled with my partner

Elena es una excelente guía con muchos conocimientos de la antigua Roma. Una visita muy recomendada. Solo me hubiera gustado un poquito de más tiempo para tomar fotos. En verano hace calor recomendó que lleven sombrero o gorra para protegerse del sol. Translate this opinion into English.

Elena is an excellent guide with a lot of knowledge of ancient Rome. A highly recommended visit. I just would have liked a little more time to take photos. In summer it is hot, it is recommended that you wear a hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jul / 08 / 2023

Cristina

Spain

I travelled with friends

El guía Iván fue muy bueno, hizo un tour y un recorrido muy completo, y resultó muy informativo históricamente pero también accesible y ameno para todo el mundo. Pero no doy más estrellas por culpa de CIVITATIS. Esta y otras empresas turísticas se dedican a acaparar todas las entradas disponibles al Coliseo o al Vaticano, para que te resulte imposible reservarlo por libre con un mes de antelación y te veas obligado a coger un tour que triplica el precio (dicho no por mí sino por los guías).

The guide Iván was very good, he gave a very complete tour and tour, and he was very informative historically but also accessible and enjoyable for everyone. But I don't give more stars because of CIVITATIS. This and other tourist companies are dedicated to monopolizing all the available tickets to the Colosseum or the Vatican, so that it is impossible for you to reserve it for free a month in advance and you are forced to take a tour that triples the price (said not by me but by the guides).

I travelled with friends

Civitatis trabaja con proveedores locales, que son los encargados de conseguir las entradas. Sentimos si ha habido alguna confusión al respecto. Translate this opinion into English.

Civitatis works with local suppliers, who are in charge of obtaining the tickets. We are sorry if there has been any confusion about this. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jul / 07 / 2023

Francisco Javier

Barcelona, Spain

I travelled by myself

Espectacular tour que nos ofreció Vicente. Su profesionalidad como arqueólogo y cómo lo cuenta, nos permitió entender mucho mejor la historia de estos lugares. A pesar del sofocante calor y de lo rápido que hablaba mereció la pena disfrutar del recorrido. Lo recomiendo aunque ya hayas visitado Roma. Cada año hay algo antiguo nuevo. Translate this opinion into English.

Spectacular tour that Vicente offered us. His professionalism as an archaeologist and how he tells it, allowed us to understand the history of these places much better. Despite the sweltering heat and how fast he spoke, it was worth enjoying the tour. I recommend it even if you have already visited Rome. Every year there is something old new. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled by myself

Jul / 07 / 2023

Reyes Tamara

Tenerife, Spain

I travelled with my partner

A pesar del poco tiempo, la guía supo explicarnos todo lo importante, además, fue muy atenta con el grupo y respondió todas nuestras preguntas y curiosidades. Se notaba que tenías conocimientos sobre lo que hablaba y además le ponía pasión. Disculpa por no recordar tu nombre (pañuelito verde). Gracias Translate this opinion into English.

Despite the short time, the guide knew how to explain everything important to us, in addition, she was very attentive to the group and answered all our questions and curiosities. You could tell that you had knowledge about what you were talking about and you were also passionate about it. Sorry for not remembering your name (green handkerchief). Thank you Opinion translated. Show original.

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