Colosseum
Step inside the iconic Roman Colosseum to walk along the paths of ferocious gladiators and brutal dictators. Browse through our selection of Colosseum tickets to enjoy skip-the-line entry, guided tours, combo packages, and access to exclusive areas such as the Underground and Arena.
- Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time lets you step straight into history without waiting in long lines.
- Explore the Colosseum’s seating rows, where Romans once gathered to watch epic battles, and visit the on-site museum on Level 2 to see fascinating artifacts from its past.
- Enjoy the flexibility to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill anytime within 24 hours, uncovering ruins of ancient temples, markets, and palaces at your own pace.
- Choose how you explore: listen to expert insights with an audio guide, watch a multimedia video for a glimpse into Ancient Rome, or follow an English guidebook to uncover hidden stories.
- Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.
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- Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time lets you step straight into history without waiting in long lines.
- Explore the Colosseum’s seating rows, where Romans once gathered to watch epic battles, and visit the on-site museum on Level 2 to see fascinating artifacts from its past.
- Enjoy the flexibility to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill anytime within 24 hours, uncovering ruins of ancient temples, markets, and palaces at your own pace.
- Choose how you explore: listen to expert insights with an audio guide, watch a multimedia video for a glimpse into Ancient Rome, or follow an English guidebook to uncover hidden stories.
- Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.
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- Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.
- Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.
- Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.
- Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.
- Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
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- Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.
- Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.
- Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.
- Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.
- Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
- Experience the Colosseum like never before as expert guides bring its legendary past to life—from gladiator battles to political drama and the iconic figures who shaped the Eternal City.
- Skip the 1-2 hours of standing in ticket lines and step right into the Colosseum at your chosen time slot.
- Feel like a Roman spectator as you wander through the amphitheater’s seating rows, then check out the museum packed with artifacts from its epic past.
- Time-travel through ancient Rome with a guided tour of the Roman Forum, where temples and markets once thrived, before heading up Palatine Hill for stunning city views.
- Want a more personal experience? Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.
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- Experience the Colosseum like never before as expert guides bring its legendary past to life—from gladiator battles to political drama and the iconic figures who shaped the Eternal City.
- Skip the 1-2 hours of standing in ticket lines and step right into the Colosseum at your chosen time slot.
- Feel like a Roman spectator as you wander through the amphitheater’s seating rows, then check out the museum packed with artifacts from its epic past.
- Time-travel through ancient Rome with a guided tour of the Roman Forum, where temples and markets once thrived, before heading up Palatine Hill for stunning city views.
- Want a more personal experience? Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.
- Check Rome’s must-see attraction off your list with an expert-guided tour that brings the Colosseum’s history to life—all in just one hour.
- Enter at your selected time and explore the Colosseum’s iconic sights, from the seating areas to Arena views.
- Gain expert insights as your guide unpacks the history, architecture, and legendary battles.
- Short on time? This tour is the fastest way to see the Colosseum without missing the highlights.
- Opt for a kid-friendly tour with interactive storytelling that makes history fun for younger explorers.
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- Check Rome’s must-see attraction off your list with an expert-guided tour that brings the Colosseum’s history to life—all in just one hour.
- Enter at your selected time and explore the Colosseum’s iconic sights, from the seating areas to Arena views.
- Gain expert insights as your guide unpacks the history, architecture, and legendary battles.
- Short on time? This tour is the fastest way to see the Colosseum without missing the highlights.
- Opt for a kid-friendly tour with interactive storytelling that makes history fun for younger explorers.
- Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.
- Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.
- Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.
- Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.
- Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.
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- Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.
- Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.
- Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.
- Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.
- Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.
- One ticket, two iconic sites—avoid multiple bookings and explore both Ancient Rome and the Vatican with expert storytelling.
- Tour the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, walking through ancient ruins where history was made.
- Explore the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with an expert guide who unpacks the secrets behind its masterpieces.
- Timed entry ensures a smooth, hassle-free experience at both locations.
- Schedule both tours on the same day or split them across different days to fit your itinerary.
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- One ticket, two iconic sites—avoid multiple bookings and explore both Ancient Rome and the Vatican with expert storytelling.
- Tour the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, walking through ancient ruins where history was made.
- Explore the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with an expert guide who unpacks the secrets behind its masterpieces.
- Timed entry ensures a smooth, hassle-free experience at both locations.
- Schedule both tours on the same day or split them across different days to fit your itinerary.
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- Go beyond the usual visit—explore the Underground chambers where gladiators and wild animals awaited their fate before battle.
- Walk through tunnels, holding cells, and trapdoors, uncovering the hidden mechanics behind Rome’s legendary spectacles.
- Step onto the Arena Floor and experience the Colosseum from a gladiator’s perspective.
- Climb the seating tiers and visit the on-site museum to see ancient artifacts that tell the story of Rome’s grandest arena.
- Upgrade to include a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches bring ancient Rome to life.
More details
- Go beyond the usual visit—explore the Underground chambers where gladiators and wild animals awaited their fate before battle.
- Walk through tunnels, holding cells, and trapdoors, uncovering the hidden mechanics behind Rome’s legendary spectacles.
- Step onto the Arena Floor and experience the Colosseum from a gladiator’s perspective.
- Climb the seating tiers and visit the on-site museum to see ancient artifacts that tell the story of Rome’s grandest arena.
- Upgrade to include a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches bring ancient Rome to life.
- Explore at your own pace with a private archaeologist guide—dive deep into gladiator battles, imperial politics, or whatever fascinates you most.
- Skip the crowds and enter the Colosseum at your chosen time, touring its grand seating areas and second-floor museum without the rush of a group.
- Enjoy breathtaking Arena views from above, as your guide brings to life the epic battles that once shook this ancient amphitheater.
- Step into the heart of ancient Rome at the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where towering ruins of temples and palaces tell the story of a fallen empire.
- Tailor your experience to your interests, whether it’s the secrets of Roman engineering, the lives of gladiators, or the political intrigues of the empire.
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- Explore at your own pace with a private archaeologist guide—dive deep into gladiator battles, imperial politics, or whatever fascinates you most.
- Skip the crowds and enter the Colosseum at your chosen time, touring its grand seating areas and second-floor museum without the rush of a group.
- Enjoy breathtaking Arena views from above, as your guide brings to life the epic battles that once shook this ancient amphitheater.
- Step into the heart of ancient Rome at the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where towering ruins of temples and palaces tell the story of a fallen empire.
- Tailor your experience to your interests, whether it’s the secrets of Roman engineering, the lives of gladiators, or the political intrigues of the empire.
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Visit 2 of Rome's most sought-after attractions with a single money-saving ticket.
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Discover era-defining art by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others at the Vatican Museums.
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The collection spans 54 galleries and includes the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and more.
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Marvel at the stunning frescoes that adorn the walls of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.
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Get access to the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself, along with an audio commentary that dives deep into its history.
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Also access the Roman Forum, hub of socio-economic life in Ancient Rome, and Palatine Hill, where you can take in unparalleled views of the city.
More details
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Visit 2 of Rome's most sought-after attractions with a single money-saving ticket.
-
Discover era-defining art by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others at the Vatican Museums.
-
The collection spans 54 galleries and includes the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and more.
-
Marvel at the stunning frescoes that adorn the walls of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.
-
Get access to the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself, along with an audio commentary that dives deep into its history.
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Also access the Roman Forum, hub of socio-economic life in Ancient Rome, and Palatine Hill, where you can take in unparalleled views of the city.
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About Colosseum
Explore the Colosseum, a testament to ancient Rome and the largest amphitheater of its time. Famous for gladiatorial contests and grand spectacles, its architectural splendor still draws crowds. Explore its underground chambers where fighters and animals prepared for battle. This iconic arena is a window into ancient Rome's thrilling entertainment and engineering prowess.
The Colosseum once had a retractable roof called the ‘velarium’, made of linen and controlled by sailors.
The Colosseum's underground tunnels, known as ‘hypogeum’, contained cages for gladiators and animals.
Emperor Vespasian financed the Colosseum's construction using the spoils from the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem.
In the Middle Ages, the Colosseum was believed to be a place of martyrdom for early Christians, leading to its preservation. Today, the Pope leads a torchlit "Way of the Cross" procession to the amphitheater on Good Friday.
Though largely ruined, the Colosseum's original marble facade was once adorned with bronze statues and colorful frescoes.
Why visit Colosseum?
Highlights
The Iconic Amphitheater
The Colosseum is an iconic symbol of Rome, known for its grandeur and architectural brilliance. Experience the historic atmosphere and imagine the gladiatorial battles that once took place here.
Underground Chambers
Explore the hidden underground chambers of the Colosseum, where gladiators and animals were kept before their battles. Know all about the intriguing history and secrets of this ancient structure.
Spectacular Views from the Upper Levels
Climb to the upper levels of the Colosseum to enjoy breathtaking views of Rome. See the city skyline and imagine the grandeur of ancient Rome from this vantage point.
Arch of Constantine
Admire the Arch of Constantine, a triumphal arch standing near the Colosseum. Discover its intricate carvings and learn about its historical significance in honoring the Roman Emperor.
Colosseum Night Tour
Experience the Colosseum in a different light with a night tour. See the amphitheater illuminated and learn about its fascinating history under the night sky.
Plan your visit
Arch of Constantine Entrance
Located on the northeastern side of the Colosseum, this entrance is accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. The average wait time is around 20 minutes, but it can be longer during peak hours.
Roman Forum Entrance
Situated on the eastern side of the Colosseum, this entrance is useful if you are interested in visiting the nearby Roman Forum. It is available to all and usually has a wait time of about 15 minutes.
Gladiator's Gate Entrance
This entrance, also known as the Sperone Valadier Entrance, is located on the southern side of the Colosseum. It provides direct access to the arena floor, making it popular. The average wait time is around 30 minutes.
Palatine Hill Entrance
Positioned on the western side of the Colosseum, this entrance grants access to Palatine Hill and the Palatine Museum. It is open to everyone and usually has a wait time of approximately 10-15 minutes.
Forum Entrance
Located on the northern side of the Colosseum, this entrance is commonly used by guides leading tours of the Roman Forum. It is accessible to all and typically has a wait time of about 10 minutes.
Last entry: One hour before closing time.
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