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Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Access

Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.

Visitors exploring the ancient Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.

Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.

Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.

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Head to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill to immerse in Ancient Rome's wonders with an optional audio guide.

4.3/5

(25,361)

Christos

Oct 2025

Verified booking

4/5

We chose to book tickets for the entrance to the Colosseum and its arena, the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, in September 2025. The tour guide appeared exactly at the meeting time, exactly at the point written in the email to deliver the tickets to us. She was in a relatively mediocre mood, but she was quite explanatory and polite. Due to the several negative reviews, I was worried that we might not receive our prepaid tickets, which turned out not to be the case. We entered the Colosseum quite quickly without waiting in line. We also used the audio part of the tour, which we found useful, but not a lot. Overall, the communication with the organization was good and sufficient. I would choose it again.

Biro

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Exploring Rome was an incredible journey through history and culture. The Colosseum left me speechless with its sheer size and the stories it carries of gladiators, emperors, and ancient Roman life. Walking through its arches felt like stepping back in time to the heart of the Roman Empire. Later, the Vatican amazed me with its unmatched beauty and spirituality. From the breathtaking art in the Vatican Museums to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel and the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, every corner revealed something extraordinary. Both landmarks offered completely different but equally unforgettable experiences—one rooted in the power of ancient Rome, the other in the timeless legacy of faith and art.

Jana

Sep 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We had an absolutely phenomenal tour of the Vatican, and it was all thanks to our guide, Mat (Matjes). He was simply outstanding, delivering a perfect 5/5 experience. Mat's deep knowledge and passion for the art and history were incredible. He brought the museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica to life with fascinating stories, pointing out details I would have completely missed on my own. He was also a fantastic person to be around—friendly, funny, and great at navigating the crowds. Thanks to Mat, what could have been an overwhelming day was instead an unforgettable and truly enjoyable journey. I can't recommend him enough!

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.

Listen to expert insights with an audio guide to learn its fascinating and rich history.

Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or Mamertine Prison access for a complete ancient Rome experience.

Timed entry to the Colosseum

Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

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

Hosted entry (as per option selected)

Special access to the Colosseum Arena (as per option selected)

Mamertine Prison access with audio guide (as per option selected)

Access to the Colosseum underground & Belvedere

Headsets

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.3
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What our guests say
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.
Brenna
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
We received a text the day before our tour asking us to show up 30 minutes earlier than originally planned because our tour time had changed. We didn't ask for a change. When we showed up, it turns out it wouldn't have mattered what time we showed up because it's a self guided tour. I specifically paid for a tour with a host, thinking it would be a guided tour. Turns out the "host" is just the individual at the agency who gives you your tickets and explains how to download the app and where to enter the colosseum. That was disappointing as I paid extra for a guided tour. The app you download for the tour has an AI tour guide giving you information about the colosseum. We chose not to listen to it. The colosseum itself was amazing, and having the "full experience" was nice. However you should know the full experience does not include access to the very bottom of the colosseum or the top two/three levels. If I went back to the colosseum I would probably use a different company to book or just do it myself.
Andrijana
Nov 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The experience when you enter the colosseum was great, but getting the ticket and getting to the entrance gate was unnecessarily complicated. We had one meeting point, from where they redirected us to the crown tours office where you had to find the correct person who then gave us a ticket. Then we had to find on our own which way to go to the colosseum and which one was the entrance gate. The audio guide was the app, it was not their own device. So they could have just emailed the ticket and link to the audio guide in advance. Never the less, everyone who worked in the crown office was nice and welcoming and the tour was great and would recommend to everyone to go.
Nieri
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The visit to the Colosseum is not to be missed. We got lost in the crowd, we could not find the meeting point, which was quite hidden. Finally, we found the guys from Vivicos Travel, in front of the San Cosme church. Daha, very kindly accompanied us to the entrance and until he made sure that everything was in order, he didn't leave us. Thank you Daha! Yesterday you made the difference in our tour. People like that are a must!!!!
Jane
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
An excellent tour guide Catalina brought everything to life. So knowledgeable and engaging. Crown tours were also brilliant. Lots of communication ahead of the tour and very clear instructions on meeting points etc. one thing to remember though that your name should accurately match what is written on the ID Documentation.

Step into the heart of ancient Rome with reserved entry to the Colosseum and the freedom to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.

Getting started

Arrive at the Colosseum at your selected time and breeze past the ticketing queues with reserved entry. Have your ID ready for verification, and pass through a quick security check before stepping inside.

What to expect

Colosseum

Walk into one of the most iconic landmarks of Ancient Rome, where gladiators once battled for glory.

Seating rows & Museum

Stand where spectators once cheered and visit the on-site museum on Level 2, showcasing artifacts from the Colosseum’s past.

Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Enjoy the flexibility to visit these historic sites within 24 hours, wandering through the ruins of temples, palaces, and ancient marketplaces.

Guided enhancements

Choose an audio guide, an immersive multimedia video, or an English guidebook to deepen your understanding of Ancient Rome.

Optional upgrades

Upgrade your ticket to access the Arena Floor, where fierce battles once took place, or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most notorious figures were held.

Colosseum

Monday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Tuesday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Wednesday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Thursday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Friday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Saturday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Sunday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm

Palatine Hill

Monday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Thursday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Friday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Saturday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Sunday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm

Roman Forum

Monday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Thursday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Friday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Saturday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Sunday	09:00am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm

Colosseum arena tours

Monday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Tuesday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Wednesday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Thursday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Friday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Saturday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm
Sunday	08:30am - 04:30pm	last entry 03:30pm

What's not allowed

Large backpacks, and luggage are not allowed inside the venue.

No storage facility is available. You can, however, take a baby stroller into the Colosseum with you, should it be necessary.

Additional information

Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.

Please note that timed priority entry is only available at the Colosseum, but the tickets for the Forum and Palatine will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the Colosseum entry time selected during booking.

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.

The security check can take 30 mins or more. To make the process quicker, please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.

Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature. Just make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget to bring your favorite headphones!

If you’ve selected a variant with Mamertine Prison access, your visit begins at the Mamertine Prison (Via Clivo Argentario). Please arrive here at least 1 hour before your Colosseum time slot to collect your ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.