Meet your guide and walk together to the Colosseum for smooth entry to the monument. During the next 1.5 hours, explore the main levels of the Colosseum, including the upper seating areas where you'll have sweeping views overlooking the arena floor. Your guide shares captivating stories of gladiators, emperors, and the brilliant Roman engineering that still shapes stadiums today. As you exit the Colosseum, you will receive tickets to access the Roman Forum on your own. Your tickets will be valid for 24 hours after the Colosseum entrance time.Designed for travelers who are short on time, but don't want to sacrifice quality or context, this Colosseum guided tour delivers a powerful introduction to ancient Rome without the stress. With a streamlined route through the Colosseum and an expert guide to bring its stories to life, you'll maximize every minute inside this legendary arena.

Why you’ll love this…

The tour offers a guided exploration of the iconic Colosseum complete with panoramic views and fascinating tales
There will be ample opportunity to soak in the historical insights provided by your guide throughout the journey
A concise route through the Colosseum ensures an efficient yet enrichening experience
Receive tickets to the Roman Forum to explore at your own pace

Important to know

Accessibility:

Not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers

Not allowed:

No weapons or large items will be permitted. All guests must pass through security

Know in advance:

The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted
A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day
The Colosseum, Forum and Palatine Hill may close occasionally. The local notify you of any changes in advance if possible. For last-minute closures, updates will be given at the start of the tour
Please review the Visitor Regulations on the official Colosseum website and ensure that you acknowledge and comply with the guidelines provided
Please note that the Colosseum entrance ticket is €18 (already included in the tour price). The remaining cost of the experience covers additional services, including a professional local guide, individual headsets, customer support, and other related amenities
In accordance with the ticket sales terms and conditions, no pre-sale fee is charged for ticket purchases

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 7 days before the experience begins.

What’s included

Entrance fees
Guided walking tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Local guide

What’s not included

Tips (optional)
Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Via delle Terme di Tito, 72, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

This tour meets at Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè). Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park. Meet your guide at the entrance of Colle Oppio Park on the corner of Via di Terme di Tito and Via Nicola Salvi. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.