- Visit Rome's shining pride and glory, the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself, along with the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Priority access lets you waltz past famously long ticketing queues and begin your descent into Roman history.
- Stand in the spot where gladiator fights once took place, and get a front-row seat to the bloody past of Rome.
- Travel back in time as you walk along the paths that ancient Romans did at the Roman Forum, and stumble upon the Temple of Antoninus Pius, Temple of Castor and Pollux, Temple of Saturn, Arch of Septimius Severus, and more.
- At Palatine Hill, you'll be privy to some of the best views of the city. It was, after all, considered the most desirable neighborhood in all of Rome!
- Don't miss visiting any sites with a convenient digital audio guide & learn well-known aspects of the attractions through an engaging introduction.
- Upgrade your ticket for the full experience with arena access, and enjoy fast-track entry into the Colosseum Arena, the Palatine Museum (2nd level), the house of Augustus, and access to Santa Maria Antiqua and the Imperial Rampa!
- Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Chinese.
- If you choose an afternoon slot to visit the Colosseum, you will not have enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the same day. If you wish to end your visit on the same day, please arrange your visit to the Colosseum accordingly!
- Guests have a flexible entrance to the Palatine and Forum at any time during their selected activity date. The tickets for the Palatine and Forum will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the time printed on the ticket for added flexibility.
- Note that there are 2 entrances: One for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.
- You MUST carry a valid ID or passport with you and present it at the time of entry if requested. Should you fail to do so, venue authorities may deny you entry and such instances are not liable for reschedules or refunds.
- The tour involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs; as such we recommend wearing comfortable attire and suitable walking shoes.
- Bring along your earphones for the best audio experience.
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or refunded.
Guided Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Walk the path of ancient Romans as your expert historian guide narrates lesser-known tales of the Roman era.
- This 3-hour guided tour is available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, or French and you can pick either a morning or an afternoon slot based on what suits you best.
- If you are short on time but enjoy intricate details, this power-packed tour is an ideal way to explore Rome's most visited attractions - the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
- Discounted Tickets: Children aged 14 and under enjoy reduced pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 48 hours before the schedule.
Arena Floor Special Access Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Enjoy a special entry tour through the Gladiator’s Gate with access to the Arena, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
- Your expert guide will take you through the Emperor's Box and Arena Floor - both highly exclusive parts of the Colosseum from where you get a bird’s eye view of the colossal structure.
- The partial reconstruction of the Arena floor gives you a stunning view of the tiered ruins that hosted up to 80,000 spectators in its glory days.
- Your tour guide will delve into the rich history of the Colosseum, followed by an immersive tour to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Infants carried in hand and children in strollers go free.
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- English Guided Tour
- German Guided Tour
- Italian Guided Tour
- French Guided Tour
- Spanish Guided Tour
- Semi-Private English Guided Tour
- Special Visit by Night: English Guided Tour
- Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 48hrs before the schedule.
Small Group Tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
- Enjoy the company of a small, cozy tour group (25 guests or less), led by an expert tour guide.
- Skip the long lines and head directly to security, and into the world's largest amphitheater.
- Your guide will tell you all about the gladiator games that took place in the grand outdoor amphitheater.
- In the next leg of the tour, venture into the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra.
- The Roman Forum gives you a glimpse into life in Ancient Rome unlike any other site in Rome.
- Finally, head over to Palatine Hill and bypass the long entry line with your skip-the-line tickets.
- From the city’s best vantage point, see Palatine Hill, where Rome was originally founded.
- Today, it lives on as an extensive archaeological site.
- Explore the ruins of the Flavian Palace and Stadium of Domitian, as well as the legendary Hut of Romulus.
- Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 24 hours before the schedule.
Special Access Tour of Colosseum Underground with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Your skip-the-line access allows you to bypass winding ticketing queues and head right into this wondrous attraction.
- Walk alongside your tour guide and enjoy an intimate tour group of no more than 10 guests.
- With access to the gladiator entrance, you'll listen to ancient gladiator tales as you walk along the first and second tiers of the Colosseum from your tour guide.
- Head out to the Roman Forum, an old venue where public speeches, processions, and elections took place.
- Explore the ancient ruins and palaces as you embark upon Palatine Hill.
- This tour is only available in English.
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Small-Group Guided Tour in English/Italian/German/Spanish/French
- Underground Only - Guided Tour in English
Small-Group Guided Tour
- 2.5 - 3 hours guided tour
- Languages: English/Italian/German/Spanish/French
- Skip-the-line access to the Colosseum's underground
- Access to Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
- Small tour group (<10 guests)
Underground Only - Guided Tour in English
- 1.5-hour guided tour in English
- Skip-the-line access to the Colosseum's underground
- Special access to the Arena floor
- Access to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill is not included
- This tour is exclusive and only a maximum of 10 people are allowed in a group.
- Please make sure to carry a valid ID card as you won't be able to access this tour without it.
- This guided tour is available in English only.
- Note: From August 6, 2021, onwards, all sites that we visit in Italy will require guests and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test (completed within 48 hours) prior to entry. They will also require a legal form of ID matching the vaccination or test results. You can read more about it on the Italian Government website. If you have any questions regarding your tour, please reach out to us prior to your schedule, and we can help answer any questions you may have.
- Reduced prices are available per date and experience chosen (more details on the booking page).
- You must carry a valid photo ID with you - this is mandatory for entry.
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or refunded.
Rome in a Day: Guided Tour of Vatican Museums & Colosseum with Sistine Chapel
- Skip the lines to the stunning Vatican museums and explore the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica (on Wednesdays, your visit to the Basilica will be replaced with a visit to the Vatican Library).
- Head to the top of Palatine Hill for spectacular views of this ancient city.
- At the Colosseum, your tour guide will offer intuitive commentary on the ancient. amphitheater and the larger-than-life shows that were hosted here.
- Finish your 9-hour tour with a walk down the ancient path of the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra.
- Visit the temple of Vesta, Antonino and Faustina, and the Basilica Julia and Aemilia while you’re here.
- Please note that you will be able to visit the St. Peter’s Basilica on your own. Your guide will not take you inside, since direct access from Vatican Museum is not possible.
- You can enjoy a break for a quick lunch (at your own expense) before heading to the second part of your semi-private tour.
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- English-Guided Tour
- Italian-Guided Tour
- Spanish-Guided Tour
- German-Guided Tour
- French-Guided Tour
- Portuguese-Guided Tour
- Semi-Private English-Guided Tour
- Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 24 hours before the schedule.
Combo (Save 3%): Tickets to Colosseum and Borghese Gallery
- Get a dose of history, art, and architecture with this combo ticket that saves you up to 5% as you visit both the Colosseum and the Borghese Gallery!
- Inaugurated in 80 AD, the Colosseum was famous for gladiator fights, executions, and animal hunts.
- Visit the Roman Forum, the hub of socio-economic life in Ancient Rome.
- See Palatine Hill, from where you can take in unparalleled views of the city.
- Enter the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the same day as your Colosseum visit or the next day.
- Your ticket also grants you access to the Borghese Gallery in Rome.
- Admire amazing art collections curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.
- See Caravaggio's masterpieces like David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
- Don't miss seeing Raphael's The Deposition along with Bernini, sculptures like David and Apollo and Daphne.
- Enjoy a stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.
- Entry to the Colosseum
- Access to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the 1st and 2nd Floor of the Colosseum
- Entry into the Borghese Gallery
- Booking and handling fees
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Tickets to Vatican Museums & Colosseum with Sistine Chapel
- Don't miss the chance to get access to two iconic Roman treasures with one pocket-friendly ticket!
- At the Vatican Museums, spend your time browsing through some of the most impressive art in the world.
- Find here epoch-defining masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others.
- Spanning 54 galleries, the Vatican Museum includes the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, the Apollo del Belvedere, the Gallery of Tapestries, and more.
- Gasp at the stunning frescoes that adorn the walls of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.
- Enjoy access to the Colosseum, a landmark synonymous with Rome itself.
- These timed tickets also give you access to the Roman Forum, the hub of socio-economic life in Ancient Rome, as well as the Palatine Hill, from where you can take in spectacular views of the city.
- Tune in to a digital audio guide with introductory commentary about Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum.
- Entry into the Vatican Museums
- Entry into the Sistine Chapel
- Access to the Colosseum
- Access to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the 1st and 2nd floors of the Colosseum
- Audio guide ONLY for Colosseum
- Booking and handling fee
- Cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Tickets to Colosseum and Caracalla Baths
- Get a sneak-peek into Ancient Rome with this money-saving combo ticket; enjoy access to the Colosseum and the Caracalla Baths!
- The Colosseum was inaugurated in 80 AD, this arena was famous for gladiator fights, executions, and animal hunts.
- Visit the Roman Forum, the hub of socio-economic life in Ancient Rome.
- See Palatine Hill, from where you can take in unparalleled views of the city.
- Enter the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the same day as your Colosseum visit or the next day.
- Your ticket also grants you access to the Caracalla Baths in south Rome, an ancient spa complex and bathhouse.
- Explore the various sections of the Baths, which doubled as a social gathering location and gymnasium for the ancient Romans.
- Entry into the Colosseum
- Access to the Arena (optional)
- Access to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the 1st and 2nd Floor of the Colosseum
- Entry into the Caracalla Baths
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
A blood-thirsty crowd, an electric atmosphere, gladiators in a fight till death and a satisfied emperor -- all amidst a towering, iconic structure, the Colosseum.
Despite braving volcanic eruptions, lightning, earthquakes, vandalism and general neglect over the centuries, the Colosseum in Rome still stands as a landmark symbol of ancient Roman culture. Built sometime before 80 AD under the direction of Emperor Vespasian, the Colosseum was designed to be used as an amphitheatre for sporting events and entertainment.
Over 10 years of construction, travertine limestone and concrete were used to design and create the 80 iconic, arched entrances and columns; spectators from all social classes peered from these entrances to observe and engage in the bloody duels taking place on the arena floor of the Colosseum.
Today, nearly 2000 years later, the Colosseum is one of the most-visited monuments in the world. Around 7.6 million travelers visited this legendary monument in 2018. With your Colosseum tickets, tour the length and breadth of this historic landmark and take in a true Roman experience of the world’s largest amphitheatre. With your Colosseum tickets, you also get access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, historic landmarks where you will get an in-depth understanding of ancient Rome.
All Your Colosseum Ticket Options Explained
There are a variety of Colosseum tickets available: Skip-the-line tickets, guided tours, special access tickets, and combo tickets. Here, we provide a detailed explanation to give you a better understanding of the different Colosseum tickets available.
Skip-the-line tickets
A standard Colosseum ticket provides skip-the-line access to the ancient landmark, allowing you to bypass long queues. With this ticket, you can access and explore major parts of the Colosseum. However, it excludes access to the special areas like the Underground, Belvedere (also known as the 4th and 5th floors). More importantly, with a standard Colosseum skip the line ticket, you also get default access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Depending on your ticket, you may get an audioguide or a guided tour to accompany you while you explore the Colosseum.
Guided Tours
The best way to understand ancient Roman history is by opting for a guided Colosseum tour. Your tour guide is fluent in English and will accompany you along the way with interesting trivia about the history and construction of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine hill. Your guided tour will vary depending on the ticket you opt for: some offer guided tours for just the Colosseum; others for the Colosseum, as well as the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. If you’re planning on visiting the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, Colosseum tickets also offer guided tours to these popular attractions.
Special Access Tickets
A standard Colosseum skip-the-line ticket provides access to basic parts of the structure. If you wish to truly explore all parts of the Colosseum open to the public, you can opt for tickets that provide additional access to special sections like the Underground, Arena and Belvedere.
The Underground, also known as the Hypogeum is located under the entire structure, known as the place where gladiators would wait for their turn to fight; the Colosseum Arena -- most of which is in ruins -- was the space where all the sporting events and entertainment took place; the Belvedere, which includes the 4th and 5th floors of the Colosseum, would offer a bird’s eye view of the arena to spectators.
Combo Tickets
While a standard Colosseum ticket gives you default access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, you can opt for combo offer tickets that allow you to enter and explore popular attractions like the Vatican Museums. These tickets might be more expensive than one that provides access only to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill; however, they provide skip-the-line access and guided tours to some of the most-visited destinations in Rome like the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel. These day-long tours are the best option if you have limited time in the city and would like to visit all popular attractions.
Colosseum tickets discount
EU citizens between the age of 18-25 enjoy reduced pricing on their tickets on presentation of a valid ID.
Free entry into the Colosseum
EU and non-EU citizens under 18, along with permanent or contract-based teaching staff in Italian schools get free entry into the Colosseum on presentation of a valid ID.
Which Colosseum Ticket Should You Choose?
1. If you’re short on time
If you’re pressed on time in Rome, your best bet would be to opt for Colosseum tickets that offer skip-the-line entry to not just the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, but also to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and/or St. Peter’s Basilica. This way, you can tour most of the major attractions in Rome in just a day.
2. If you’re on a budget
Look out for standard skip-the-line Colosseum tickets if you’re traveling on a budget. These tickets provide basic access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and include an audioguide to inform you about key aspects of these historic monuments.
3. If you’re looking for a guided tour
Most tickets include a guided Colosseum tour. A professional, English-speaking tour guide will accompany you while you explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You can also opt for tickets that include guided tours to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel.
4. If you’re looking to visit Vatican City
Some tickets offer access to not just the Colosseum, but extended access to Vatican City where you can visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica as well. You get guided Colosseum tours and skip-the-line access, allowing you to have an all-around Roman experience.
5. If you wish to explore the Colosseum in-depth
The Colosseum has multiple special access zones like the Arena, Underground, and 3rd, 4th and 5th floors (also called the Belvedere). These are not accessible by the public with standard-issue tickets. You need to purchase Colosseum tickets that specifically provide access to areas like the Arena. Moreover, you cannot enter these areas solo; you would need to visit it with a professional tour guide.
Explore the Colosseum
Yes, the Colosseum Arena is open to public. However, it cannot be accessed by a standard Colosseum skip-the-line ticket. You need to opt for a guided Colosseum tour that offers access to special areas like the Arena and the Underground.
Standard skip-the-line Colosseum tickets do not provide access to zones like the Arena. You can, however, buy Colosseum guided tour tickets; only with a tour guide are you allowed access to the Arena.
The Colosseum Arena was at the center of the amphitheater. It was where gladiators fought each other till death in front of royalty and thousands of Roman citizens.
Yes, it is open to public but cannot be accessed through a standard Colosseum ticket. You will have to opt for a guided tour ticket. Only with a tour guide are you allowed to enter the Colosseum Underground section.
A Colosseum Underground tour includes access to the Arena, the Underground section and a visit to the top floors newly opened for public. It is limited to the Colosseum and does not include a tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, though access is included in your ticket.
You need to purchase a guided Colosseum tour that offers special access to areas like the Underground and Arena. You cannot enter the Underground without a guided tour ticket.
When it was first constructed, the Colosseum Underground would accommodate fighters before their duel. Before they were called out for their fights, gladiators would wait in the cramped, dark space.
The 3rd, 4th and 5th tiers are considered to be a part of the Colosseum Belvedere.
You can only access the Belvedere -- 3rd, 4th and 5th floors -- by opting for a guided tour of the Colosseum. Only tickets that specifically mention access to the Belvedere will grant you entry to the top floors.
Beyond the Colosseum
Roman Forum
Located right in the heart of the city, the Roman Forum was once a bustling marketplace during the 7th Century BC. It is famous for once being home to the state treasury, being the cremation ground of Julius Ceaser and the rumored tomb of Romulus, founder of Rome. The Roman Forum was dotted with basilicas, temples and public spaces. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the Forum fell to ruins and was plundered and excavated vigorously over the centuries. Today, after various preservation efforts, the Roman Forum is open to visitors. Some interesting points to explore include Temple of Saturn, House of the Vestal Virgins, Temple Antoninus and Faustina, Temple of Vesta.
Palatine Hill
The beautiful Palatine Hill is often dwarfed in front of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, but is by no means any less a significant symbol of Roman history. It is believed that back in 10 Century BC, the first Romans settled on the hill, which later became home to famous emperors like Tiberius and Augustus. The Palatine Hills offers some of the best panoramic views of Roman culture and heritage from the top: the Circus Maximum stadium an Aventine Hill on one side, and the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Capitol Hill at the other. Palatine Hill generally experiences less footfall and is more airier than other parts of an always crowded city.
Plan Your Visit to the Colosseum
Colosseum opening hours are from 10:30 AM to 7:15 PM throughout the week with the final entry at 6:15 PM. You can check Colosseum hours in detail here.
The Colosseum is open on all days of the year except for 24 December, 1 January and 1 May.
Owing to its popularity, the Colosseum experiences maximum crowds between June to September. To enjoy less crowds and pleasant weather, the best time to visit the Colosseum would be between November to March.
The Colosseum is easily accessible by bus, tram, metro.
Yes. Buses 23, 280, 673, 716 can be taken to reach the Colosseum.
Yes, you can take the metro to the Colosseum. On Line B of Rome’s metro service, board a train till the stop ‘Colosseo’.
The Colosseum is located at: Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy.
Opt for skip-the-line tickets that offer guided tours of the Colosseum. Your tour guide will have arranged for your tickets and they will guide you past the long lines into the Colosseum.
The Colosseum entrance is located at Piazza del Colosseo.
Entrance to the Roman Forum is located between the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia, at Vei dei Fori Imperiali.
You can access Palatine Hill from two points: there’s an entry near the south side of the Colosseum at Via di San Gregorio, or via a short climb from within the Roman Forum.
Yes. You can buy skip-the-line Colosseum tickets; these give you priority access to bypass the long lines at the entrances.
Yes. If you opt for a Colosseum guided tour, you get skip-the-line access as well. You will not have to wait in long lines at the ticket counter since your tour guide will arrange for your tickets beforehand.
Each skip-the-line ticket offers default access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You can also opt for Colosseum skip-the-line tickets that provide access to the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and/or St. Peter’s Basilica as well.
Not all Colosseum tickets provide access to special zones like the Underground or Arena. You will have to purchase tickets that specifically provide access to the Colosseum Arena, Underground, and 3rd, 4th and 5th floors.
Colosseum Tickets FAQs
The Colosseum reopened to the public in April 2021 following a closure to the pandemic. For the safety of its visitors, the Colosseum now accepts only online reservations and has administered several public safety measures in place.
The Colosseum has reopened to the public in 2021 with various public safety measures in place. The Colosseum now accepts only online reservations; guests can book their tickets online in advance and select their preferred time for entry. It is mandatory that visitors wear masks that cover their nose and face throughout their entire visit; they will also be subject to temperature checks by thermal scanners before entry.
Yes. You can book your Colosseum tickets online as they now accept only digital reservations.
A standard Colosseum ticket includes skip-the-line access to not just the Colosseum, but the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill as well. Depending on the experience you choose, you may get guided tours as part of the experience, or special access to the Colosseum Underground, Arena and Belvedere.
Yes. EU citizens between the age of 18-25 get reduced pricing on their tickets on presentation of a valid ID. EU and non-EU citizens under the age of 18, along with permanent or contract-based teaching staff enjoy free entry into the Colosseum.
Yes, you can purchase Colosseum skip-the-line tickets. These allow you to bypass the long lines and enter the Colosseum with priority access.
It depends on the Colosseum ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund on canceling tickets up to 48-72 hours in advance, for others there may be no refund available on cancelation. Please check before you make your reservation.
The Colosseum is accepting guided tour groups with a maximum of 10 guests.
Colosseum opening hours have been renewed following the reopening in April 2021. The timings are now 10:30 AM to 7:15 PM throughout the week with the final entry at 6:15 PM.
You can access sections like the Arena, Underground and Belevedere only by opting for a guided Colosseum tour. These sections are not available for solo entries into the Colosseum.
You will have to opt for specific Colosseum tickets that provide access to Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and/or St. Peter’s Basilica. Standard issue tickets only grant access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
A complete tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine hill will take about 3 hours, with an hour dedicated to each landmark.