Rome Travel Forum

Hello all- We will be in Rome at the end of May, and plan to spend a day at the Colisuem, Palatine hill and the Forum. I've read advice about purchasing the tickets at Palatine hill, which we will do. My question is, will the audio tour be available at Palatine hill? I understand there is an audio tour for the Colisuem, does it include all three? Has anyone used the audio tour and is it good? Another option would be a guide to all three- can anyone suggest a cheap guide- if there is such a thing, and do they hang around out front of the Colisuem? Any repies appreciated! Thanks--

Hi - we used it at the Colosseum and thought it was well worth it. A big benefit is that audio guides allow you to go at your own pace. Not sure if you can find a guide outside although it is possible they are there - just don't know if they're legit. The guided group tours have a lot of people in them! Also, try to buy any tickets available online to avoid lines. Happy Travels!

Don't know if there is an audio tour at Palatine Hill or the Forum but I believe you would need to rent them at each place separately.

There may well be people hanging around outside the Colosseum (particularly gladiators). Best not, imo. If you want a guide, I suggest you google for either a private or group tour e.g.

http://en.roma.waf.it/museo_dett/27-state-museums/496-colosseum-guided-visit-for-individuals.html

http://www.travel.it/ROMA/insight/ancientrome.htm

and plenty more.

Or use the audio guide. They are absolutely fine and, as noted, allow you to go at your own pace. I don't think there is one for the Palatine though.

Check out Rick Steve's website for free audio tours. You just put them on your iPod or MP3 player before going. I haven't used them yet as I'll also be traveling at the end of May. Here's the website if you're interested:

http://www.ricksteves.com/news/travelnews/0602/italy_downloads.htm


The Colosseum and forum are options on there as well as other sites in Rome, Florence, and Venice.

Thank you very much for all your replies- may opt for the audio tour and just research the Hill! Thanks again!