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Combo (Save 5%): Castel San't Angelo Skip-the-Line Tickets and Entry to Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and Mamertine Prison

Visitors exploring frescoes inside Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.
Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.

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George Mytilinios

George

Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
We visited the Castel in the afternoon, the entery line was not all that long but with our pre-purchase tickets pretty much went in straight away. The Castel it self was very intersting, as it is built on an old Roman Fort and you realy got a great sense of it age as you made your way from the entry up to the newer fortications above. Exploring the fortress was easy follow the arrows and you wandered from room to room (if you had a self guided tour you would get explainations of every you would visit). We didn't use the self guided tour but we followed the path taking our time. From state rooms to roof tops to batlements there was plenty of opertunites to stop and take it all in. There is a tuck shop in the Castel for refrshments and snaks. All in all we as a family enjoyed the visit.
Barbé Henri

Barbé

Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The Colosseum, Palatine, Roman Forum and Mamertine Prison are all within easy reach. The queue cutter wasn't much use, as I was there at 9 a.m. in the morning, and even though it's crowded, the queue moves quickly to get into the Colosseum. Please note! When you take the 9 a.m. time slot for the Colisée, the Mamertine prison doesn't open until 8:30. So you'll have to go to the prison to collect your tickets for the rest of the tour, and come back once you've finished. For the Castel Sant'Angelo, I arrived right on time and was able to get straight into the tour. It wasn't very crowded, but the entrance was smooth and stress-free.
Agnieszka Dawid

Agnieszka

Oct 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Saint Angel's Castle. Very interesting place, showing a piece of history. It is good that a lot has been preserved, an impressive monument . Raphael's sculpture stands guard there with dignity 😀the views from the tower are breathtaking, the idea of a cafe on the terraces, where with a cup of coffee, a glass of Aperol you can admire it all super 🤩 the exhibition dedicated in honor of John Paul II was mega impressive. There were no big queues behind the tickets, but having the opportunity to buy online you gain several minutes, which with a busy schedule of sightseeing priceless
    • Explore Rome’s greatest landmarks with one budget-friendly combo, covering the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Mamertine Prison, and Castel Sant’Angelo.

    • Step inside the Colosseum at your chosen time with an audio guide, and stand in the arena that once echoed with the clash of gladiators.

    • Stroll through ancient temples and palaces on Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, then step into Castel Sant’Angelo to uncover its past as an imperial tomb and papal fortress.

    • Skip the lines at Castel Sant’Angelo with a digital audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German, and wander through grand corridors, storied halls, and terraces with breathtaking city views.

  • Castel Sant'Angelo

    • Skip-the-line entry

    • Digital audio guide

    Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum and Mamertine Prison

    • Timed entry to the Colosseum

    • Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.1
    4,676 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Vogel Hendrik

    Vogel

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    Once I had found the entrance to the ticket store (Mamertine Prison) (thanks to Google Maps) I was able to pick up my tickets. I was very surprised at the price printed on the ticket (€18 per person, which would have been €38 for 2 people). Hmmm I thought 38€? So I paid €74.80. What do I get that is not included in the €18 tickets? Timed entry to the Colosseum - Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum (included in the 18€) - Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese (I didn't use it, it was too complicated for me to deal with it on site and I found it exciting enough without it, I asked ChatGPT what else I was interested in) - Hosted entry (as per option selected) -> I did not have - Special access to the Colosseum Arena (as per option selected) -> I didn't have it, but I could watch it anyway. - Mamertine Prison access with audio guide (as per option selected) -> I had but was included in the 18€ ticket anyway. Skip the line, due to the time slots there was no (long) line that I would have had to "slope". Maybe that's what I paid the hefty price for, all the cheap "options" were "sold out" .... I wonder why? Anyway, it was still great, but what remains is the feeling of having been ripped off.
    George Mytilinios

    George

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    We visited the Castel in the afternoon, the entery line was not all that long but with our pre-purchase tickets pretty much went in straight away. The Castel it self was very intersting, as it is built on an old Roman Fort and you realy got a great sense of it age as you made your way from the entry up to the newer fortications above. Exploring the fortress was easy follow the arrows and you wandered from room to room (if you had a self guided tour you would get explainations of every you would visit). We didn't use the self guided tour but we followed the path taking our time. From state rooms to roof tops to batlements there was plenty of opertunites to stop and take it all in. There is a tuck shop in the Castel for refrshments and snaks. All in all we as a family enjoyed the visit.
    Barbé Henri

    Barbé

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    The Colosseum, Palatine, Roman Forum and Mamertine Prison are all within easy reach. The queue cutter wasn't much use, as I was there at 9 a.m. in the morning, and even though it's crowded, the queue moves quickly to get into the Colosseum. Please note! When you take the 9 a.m. time slot for the Colisée, the Mamertine prison doesn't open until 8:30. So you'll have to go to the prison to collect your tickets for the rest of the tour, and come back once you've finished. For the Castel Sant'Angelo, I arrived right on time and was able to get straight into the tour. It wasn't very crowded, but the entrance was smooth and stress-free.
    George William de Paula Rodrigues

    George

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I visited Castel Sant’Angelo today and it was an incredible experience. The place is much larger than I expected, and every section has something that catches your attention. There are so many fascinating details and pieces of history inside. The room dedicated to Pope John Paul II is especially impressive – it has a very strong and meaningful atmosphere. Overall, the energy of the castle is really good. I definitely recommend visiting if you’re in Rome.
    Adam LaBadie

    Adam

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We bought the tickets for our group of five last minute while in Rome. Once we had our tickets it was super easy to get them on our phone. Once we had the tickets was easy to get right in with a simple scan. The crowds were moderately busy but was so nice not to have to stand in line to get tickets. Highly recommend and is a must see sight while in Rome.
  • Discover Rome’s most iconic landmarks with one combo ticket—reserved entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Mamertine Prison, plus skip-the-line access to Castel Sant’Angelo.

    Getting started

    Begin at Castel Sant’Angelo, where your host in a purple shirt will meet you near the entrance, assist with ticket validation, and guide you through security for a smooth start. For the Colosseum, arrive at your reserved time, skip past the ticketing queues, and clear a quick ID check before heading inside.

    What to expect

    Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Mamertine Prison

    Step inside the Colosseum with reserved entry and walk through the arena that once staged gladiatorial battles. Visit the museum on the upper level to see artifacts from its past, then continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where temples, markets, and palaces reveal the daily life of ancient Rome. Complete the journey at the Mamertine Prison, a site tied to St. Peter and St. Paul, for a unique glimpse into the city’s spiritual history.

    Features

    • Reserved entry: Step inside the Colosseum at your selected time without waiting in long queues.

    • Arena & museum access: Walk through the arena floor and explore the museum on Level 2, displaying artifacts from gladiatorial times.

    • Ancient ruins: Roam the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours, uncovering temples, markets, and palaces.

    • Spiritual history: Visit the Mamertine Prison, linked to St. Peter and St. Paul, for a rare glimpse of early Christian Rome.

    • Audio guide: Listen to expert insights and stories that bring ancient history vividly to life.

    Castel Sant’Angelo

    Originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, this imposing fortress later became a papal refuge and symbol of Rome’s resilience. Explore its papal apartments, frescoed halls, and secret courtyards before climbing to the Angel Terrace, where sweeping views of St. Peter’s Basilica and central Rome await.

    Features

    • Skip-the-line entry: Enter directly with host assistance and save valuable time.

    • Historical ramparts: Stroll along fortified walls overlooking the Tiber River and Rome’s skyline.

    • Papal apartments: Step into frescoed chambers once used as papal residences during times of siege.

    • Secret passages: Discover courtyards and corridors showcasing centuries of defensive ingenuity.

    • Panoramic terrace: Enjoy sweeping views of St. Peter’s Basilica and the city from the iconic Angel Terrace.

    • Audio guide: Available in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French & German.

  • Colosseum

    Monday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Tuesday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Wednesday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Thursday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Friday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Saturday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Sunday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm

    Castel St. Angelo

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm

    Palatine Hill

    Monday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm

    Ponte sant angelo

    Monday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Tuesday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Wednesday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Thursday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Friday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Saturday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm
    Sunday12:00am - 11:59pmlast entry 11:59pm

    Roman Forum

    Monday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm

    Colosseum arena tours

    Monday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Tuesday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Wednesday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Thursday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Friday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Saturday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
    Sunday08:30am - 04:30pmlast entry 03:30pm
  • Castel Sant’Angelo

    What to bring

    • Carry a valid photo ID (required for reduced tickets).

    • Show either a mobile or printed voucher at entry.

    What’s not allowed

    • Tripods, large bags, food, and beverages are restricted inside.

    Accessibility

    • The spiral ramp and upper terrace are not suitable for wheelchair users.

    Additional information

    • Security screening is compulsory for all visitors, even with fast-track entry.

    Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Mamertine Prison

    What to bring

    • A valid photo ID matching the booking name is mandatory.

    • Bring headphones and a charged phone if using the audio guide (download via the Headout app before your visit).

    What’s not allowed

    • Oversized luggage, bulky bags, and tripods cannot be taken inside.

    Additional information

    • Security checks may take 30 minutes or more; place personal items in trays for faster screening.

    • Entry to the Colosseum is timed, while Roman Forum & Palatine tickets remain valid for an extra 24 hours.

    • Each site has a separate entrance, and re-entry is not allowed once you leave.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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