Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Ticket: One Pass, Three Sites

Here’s a fact that saves visitors both money and confusion: every Colosseum ticket already includes the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You don’t buy them separately. This single combined pass covers the three great sites of ancient Rome, all within a short walk of each other. Here is exactly how it works in 2026 — what’s included, what you’ll pay, and how to plan your time across all three sites.

2026 prices

A €2 booking fee applies to all online tickets. Under-18s enter free (all nationalities) but still need a booked timed slot. Roma Pass holders pay a reduced €11.50.

How the timing works

This is the part that catches people out. The Colosseum entry is timed — you pick a specific slot when you book. The Roman Forum and Palatine Hill are flexible:

• With the Standard 24-hour ticket, you can visit the Forum and Palatine any time within 24 hours before or after your Colosseum slot.
• With Full Experience tickets, you get 2 consecutive days, so you can do the Colosseum one day and the Forum and Palatine the next without rushing.

This flexibility matters. Seeing all three sites properly takes time — budget 2–3 hours for the Colosseum and another 2–3 hours for the Forum and Palatine. Most visitors who try to do all three in a single afternoon find themselves rushing.

What you’ll see at each site

The Roman Forum

The beating heart of the ancient city. The Forum was Rome’s civic, religious and political centre for centuries, and even in ruin it’s one of the most evocative spaces in the world. Key highlights include:

• The Temple of Saturn — eight surviving columns from one of Rome’s oldest temples
• The round Temple of Vesta and the House of the Vestal Virgins
• The Arch of Titus and the Arch of Septimius Severus
• The Curia Julia (Senate House), remarkably intact
• The Via Sacra, the ancient processional road connecting the Forum to the Colosseum

Palatine Hill

Rising above the Forum, Palatine Hill is where Rome began — the hill of Romulus and Remus — and later became the exclusive address of the emperors. Here you’ll find:

• The imperial palace complexes: Domus Flavia, Domus Augustana, House of Augustus and House of Livia
• The Farnese Gardens, planted in the 16th century over earlier ruins
• Some of the best panoramic views in Rome, looking down over the Forum and across to the Circus Maximus

For a full breakdown of what to see at both sites, best entrances, and practical tips, see our Roman Forum & Palatine Hill visitor guide.

SUPER sites

Full Experience and Forum Pass tickets include the SUPER sites — a set of specially preserved spaces such as the House of Augustus and House of Livia, restored with their original wall paintings. Note that the House of Augustus closes on Mondays and the House of Livia closes on Tuesdays.

Planning your visit

• Suggested order: most visitors do the Colosseum first (your timed entry slot anchors the day), then walk to the Forum and Palatine, which share an area right beside it.
• Opening hours: the Colosseum opens at 8:30am and the Forum and Palatine at 9:00am; all close together on a seasonal schedule (7:15pm in summer, down to 4:30pm in winter), with last admission one hour before closing.
• Wear good shoes: the Forum and Palatine are large, uneven, and largely unshaded. Comfortable footwear and water are essential in warm months.
• Book ahead: the Colosseum portion uses timed entry. Walk-up queues at the gate can be very long, and underground and arena floor slots in particular sell out well in advance. See our full 2026 tickets guide for how the booking system works in detail.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need separate tickets for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill?

No. Every Colosseum ticket includes the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. There is no separate purchase needed — one pass covers all three sites.

How long is the combined ticket valid?

The Standard ticket is valid 24 hours. Full Experience tickets are valid 2 consecutive days, so you can visit the Colosseum one day and the Forum and Palatine the next if you prefer a more relaxed pace.

How much does the combined ticket cost in 2026?

€18 for the Standard ticket, €22–€24 for Full Experience tickets, all plus a €2 online booking fee. EU citizens aged 18–24 pay €2; children under 18 enter free but still need a booked timed slot.

Can I visit all three sites in one day?

Yes, but it is a full day — allow 2–3 hours for the Colosseum and another 2–3 hours for the Forum and Palatine. Full Experience tickets give you 2-day validity if you prefer not to rush. For a structured itinerary, our Colosseum opening hours and best time to visit guide covers how to plan the day around the crowds.

Which entrance is best for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill?

The gates on Via di San Gregorio and Largo della Salara Vecchia are the least crowded. The entrance closest to the Colosseum is exit-only for the Forum and Palatine areas.

Do I need to pre-book, or can I buy at the gate?

Online booking is strongly recommended. The Colosseum uses timed entry, and underground and arena floor slots sell out well ahead of the visit date. Walk-up queues at the gate can be very long, especially in peak season. See our complete tickets guide for full booking advice.

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