The best Colosseum Guided Tours 2023

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VISIT COLOSSEUM, ROMAN FORUM & PALATINE HILL

Enjoy a guided tour of the world’s most famous amphitheatre. Discover the incredible history of the Colosseum with skip-the-line tickets. See the most iconic monuments of Ancient Rome with your guide on Palatine Hill and in the Roman Forum.

Begin your tour by admiring the Colosseum’s exterior. Your guide will explain the history of the monument over the centuries. Discover the spectacular activities that took place inside the Amphitheater after passing a security check. Next, take a look at the interior on the first floor.

The best Colosseum Guided Tours 2023

Highlights

Skip the lines and join a captivating Colosseum guided tour, and feel the haunting history of gladiator battles come alive beneath your feet

See where animals were raised into the arena, and look down upon this once bloody stage from the VIP section, as Caesar himself would have done

Visit the ruins of ancient Rome’s bustling political and commercial hub, the Roman Forum

Description

When you’ve faced a rampaging tiger with a trident, you’ll understand the daily grind of ancient Rome. Experience the gory glory days of the once-mighty empire with this immersive guided tour of the Colosseum. The Roman Forum will also be on your itinerary.

Get guided through Rome’s iconic amphitheatre, its old political centre, and the mythical hill upon which the city was established without waiting in long lines.

Do you not find entertainment entertaining?

Rome’s Colosseum is one of the most haunting and awe-inspiring places in the world. Few places have such long lines to get in! Waiting around is no fun, so skip past the grumbling lines like a happy gladiator who just won their freedom.

The Colosseum guided tour will paint a vivid picture of the violent history held within its ancient walls. Caesar sat in the VIP section, baying crowds begged for bloodshed from the cheap seats, and wild animals were raised into the arena through trapdoors.

The Odyssey continues with a visit to the Roman Forum, the hub of ancient Rome. Political speeches were made here, criminals were sentenced, goods were traded, and angry mobs gathered.

Instructions

Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the Touristation Office at Piazza D’Ara Coeli 16

When facing the Vittorio Emanuele II Monument (white monument), turn to the right, pass the bus stops of Piazza Venezia and walk across the small park. You will see a fountain just in front of the office

The tour ends with a visit of the Colosseum

Additional info

Bus 40 or 64 from Termini Station or 64, 91 or 492 from the Vatican
It is recommended to take the metro B to get to the Colosseum

What’s included

  • Guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Priority access to both landmarks
  • Booking fee
  • Guided tour in English, Spanish, French or Italian in a group of max. 15 people
  • Headsets for the tour

What to Bring

You must bring a valid photo ID

From € 62.00

Free cancellation included: cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit.

Important information

No big bags and suitcases are allowed.
Valid ID is mandatory.
All visitors and their luggage will be screened.
We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes, light clothes and a hat in the summer.

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COLOSSEUM TOUR MEETING POINT

The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill Fast-Track Tour start at the Arch of Constantine. You will meet on the side facing away from the Colosseum. Your guides will be wearing pink vests.

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Experience the heart of ancient Rome on an immersive journey through time

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

ROME ATTRACTIONS

Visit the Colosseum, Arena Floor, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill of Rome without having to stand in line at the entrance.

VIA SACRA

See the Via Sacra where Roman citizens once walked.

THE ROMAN EMPIRE

Visit the Roman Forum to learn about ancient Rome and its most famous emperors.

JULIUS CAESAR

Explore the tomb of Julius Caesar, one of Roman history’s most famous emperors.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Here are a few things you need to know before taking any tours of the Colosseum.

  • Tickets with skip-the-line access are included!
  • There is no charge for children ages two and younger
  • You are given headsets when a tour group is bilingual in order not to be disturbed by different languages spoken by the guides
  • A pacemaker certificate is required if you have one. You cannot enter without being screened otherwise
  • In the afternoon tours, Palatine Hill will be replaced by Capitoline Hill from October 28th due to short daylight hours
  • Printed or mobile vouchers accepted
  • Instant confirmation
  • Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the activity begins.
  • The skip-the-line access is available to Rome’s most famous historic sites, including the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • There is a full refund if you cancel this Colosseum Tour.

Visit the Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in the Roman world

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guided Roman Colosseum Tour

Do you need a guided tour of the Colosseum?

You can learn more about ancient Roman history through guided tours of the Colosseum. You won’t have to wait in line at the entrance to any of the Colosseum tours since they all offer skip-the-line direct access. This iconic monument can be discovered in many other ways besides a guided tour. You can purchase skip-the-line Colosseum tickets if you want to explore the site at your own pace.

How much does a guided tour of the Colosseum cost?

A guided tour of the Colosseum starts at costing €55.00. Priority access to the Colosseum, Arena Floor, and Roman Forum is included in the tour. A tour guide will show you ancient Roman ruins and tell you stories about gladiators fighting wild animals in the Colosseum. Book your guided Colosseum tours today and enjoy special access to all of the essential Roman imperial sites!

What is the best way to see the Colosseum?

The official website is the most convenient way to book a guided tour of the Colosseum. By doing so, you will be able to see the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You will also have exclusive access to all of these historic sites when you book a guided tour. The Colosseum tours come with instant confirmation vouchers. 

There is a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the tour begins. For those who wish to explore the Colosseum on their own, discounted tickets or reduced tickets are available.

Yet, booking one of the best Colosseum Tours is the best way to truly discover the ancient Amphitheatre. Take a Colosseum Night Tour, a private tour, or a Colosseum Underground Tour if you’re looking for something different.

The best way to truly explore the ancient Amphitheatre is by booking one of the best Colosseum Tours. Check out the Colosseum Night Tour, a private tour, or maybe an underground tour if you’re looking for something different.

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  • Fast-track entrance at your selected time to the Colosseum
  • Entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Valid for 24 hours
  • Booking fee included
  • Downloadable map of Imperial Rome
  • Free cancellation policy

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