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Colosseum
Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.
Tourists exploring ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the ancient Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.
Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Ancient ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome with surrounding greenery.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient temples and arches.
Aerial view of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, highlighting its ancient architecture.
Colosseum Museum artefacts display with ancient pottery, bones, and tools.
Ancient Roman statues displayed inside the Colosseum Museum in Rome.
Woman using phone with audio guide near brick wall.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists on an express guided tour.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Enter the Colosseum at a reserved time of your choice and explore its seating tiers and museum.

  • Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours, exploring ancient temples, markets, and imperial ruins at your own pace.

  • Enjoy expert insights with an audio guide (included with select options) to enrich your visit.

  • Choose between a fixed, non-cancellable ticket or a flexible cancellable option for added peace of mind.

  • Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access, entry to Mamertine Prison, or an English-guided tour for deeper historical context.

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  • Enter the Colosseum at a reserved time of your choice and explore its seating tiers and museum.

  • Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours, exploring ancient temples, markets, and imperial ruins at your own pace.

  • Enjoy expert insights with an audio guide (included with select options) to enrich your visit.

  • Choose between a fixed, non-cancellable ticket or a flexible cancellable option for added peace of mind.

  • Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access, entry to Mamertine Prison, or an English-guided tour for deeper historical context.

from
€29
Visitors exploring the Colosseum arena during a guided tour in Rome.
Colosseum exterior with tourists, part of the Palatine Hill & Roman Forum guided tour in Rome.
Tourists exploring the Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy.
Tour group viewing ancient graffiti at Colosseum exhibit, Rome.
Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, viewed from above.
Couple viewing Roman Forum during guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with surrounding historic buildings, part of Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum tour.
Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome, part of the guided tour with arena access.
Free cancellation
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2 hr 30 min
  • Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.

  • Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

  • Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

  • Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.

More details

  • Skip the long ticketing lines and step straight into the Colosseum with timed entry, making the most of your visit.

  • Follow your expert guide through the seating rows and museum on Level 2, learning fascinating stories of ancient Rome.

  • Walk onto the exclusive Arena Floor—an area most tours don’t include—and stand where gladiators once battled.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, discovering ruins of temples, markets, and palaces.

  • Choose between a small group (15 guests) for a more intimate tour or a larger group (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.

from
€49
Tour group enjoying view of Roman Forum with Colosseum and Palatine Hill in background.
Tour group with guide exploring the Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the ancient corridors of the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide leading group near Colosseum in Rome.
Visitors walking through the Roman Forum ruins in Rome.
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour guide with group at Palatine Hill, Rome, with ancient ruins in the background.
Palatine Hill view of Roman Forum ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient columns and historic buildings.
Couple admiring the Roman Forum view during a guided tour in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with informational sign, Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Guided Tour.
Arch of Constantine in Rome with tourists exploring nearby.
Tour guide showing a diagram to participants at the Colosseum.
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2 hr
  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.

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  • Explore 3 ancient icons in one tour; Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Explore the Colosseum from its seating tiers to the in-house museum, with stories of gladiators, politics, and Roman engineering.

  • Walk through the Forum’s ruins featuring temples, arches, and ancient marketplaces at the heart of Roman life.

  • End atop Palatine Hill and soak in panoramic views of Rome’s archaeological wonders.

  • Enjoy a seamless experience with reserved entry plus expert guidance for a smooth, engaging visit.

  • Upgrade to a small-group tour (15 guests) for closer access to your guide, fewer crowds, and unbeatable photo ops.

from €41.13
€32.90

20% off

Tour guide leading visitors through Colosseum underground passage in Rome.
Colosseum underground passageway with ancient stone walls in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum underground ruins with ancient stone structures in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum Arena interior with tourists exploring ancient Roman architecture in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
Tour group exploring the Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome.
Tour group exploring the Colosseum Arena in Rome, viewing underground chambers and learning gladiator history.
Archway passage in the underground Colosseum, Rome, with ancient stone walls and scattered ruins.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient columns and arches in Rome, Italy.
Colosseum Underground tour with views of Palatine Hill ruins on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Arch of Titus with trees and blue sky in the Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
1 hr 15 min
  • Exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground chambers, off-limits to most visitors.

  • Walk through 2,000-year-old tunnels, cages, and lifts that once held gladiators and wild beasts.

  • Step onto the reconstructed Arena Floor for a gladiator’s-eye view of the amphitheater.

  • Climb the panoramic tiers to see the Colosseum from an ancient spectator’s perspective.

  • Learn about prep zones, VIP routes, and stage mechanics from your expert guide.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, or opt for an intimate group of 6 for a personalized experience.

More details

  • Exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground chambers, off-limits to most visitors.

  • Walk through 2,000-year-old tunnels, cages, and lifts that once held gladiators and wild beasts.

  • Step onto the reconstructed Arena Floor for a gladiator’s-eye view of the amphitheater.

  • Climb the panoramic tiers to see the Colosseum from an ancient spectator’s perspective.

  • Learn about prep zones, VIP routes, and stage mechanics from your expert guide.

  • Upgrade to a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, or opt for an intimate group of 6 for a personalized experience.

from
€80
Pantheon and Colosseum in Rome, Italy, showcasing iconic ancient architecture.
Dome of the Pantheon in Rome with sunlight streaming through the oculus.
Pantheon altar in Rome with ornate columns and religious statues.
Colosseum interior view with ancient stone arches and arena floor in Rome, Italy.
Tourists exploring ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
Pantheon in Rome with tourists and fountain in the foreground.
Pantheon interior in Rome with marble floors and ancient columns.
Interior view of Rome Pantheon with columns and visitors exploring the historic site.
Crucifix inside the Pantheon, Rome, with detailed brick wall background.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, Italy, with ancient temples and arches.
Aerial view of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, highlighting its ancient architecture.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Skip the lines at the Pantheon and step straight into Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple with an engaging audio guide.

  • Marvel at the Pantheon’s vast dome and open oculus, explore Raphael’s tomb, and admire its stunning Corinthian columns.

  • Enjoy seamless entry to the Colosseum with on-site host assistance for ticket redemption and guidance through different lines.

  • Explore the Colosseum’s arena and museum at your reserved time, then visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.

  • Experience the best of Ancient Rome in one combo, with fast-track access, flexible scheduling, and immersive multilingual storytelling.

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  • Skip the lines at the Pantheon and step straight into Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple with an engaging audio guide.

  • Marvel at the Pantheon’s vast dome and open oculus, explore Raphael’s tomb, and admire its stunning Corinthian columns.

  • Enjoy seamless entry to the Colosseum with on-site host assistance for ticket redemption and guidance through different lines.

  • Explore the Colosseum’s arena and museum at your reserved time, then visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.

  • Experience the best of Ancient Rome in one combo, with fast-track access, flexible scheduling, and immersive multilingual storytelling.

from €42.50
€37.16

13% off

Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Tourists exploring the Colosseum in Rome during a guided tour.
Tour group at the Colosseum with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy.
Visitors walking through the Colosseum's interior passageway in Rome.
Colosseum interior with tourists exploring ancient amphitheater in Rome, Italy.
Tour group exploring the Arch of Constantine near the Colosseum in Rome.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient brick structures and Palatine Hill in Rome.
Palatine Hill ruins with Roman Forum columns in Rome, Italy.
Tourists exploring the Roman Forum with a guidebook, Colosseum in the background.
Palatine Hill ruins and Roman Forum with ancient columns and arches in Rome, Italy.
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Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Experience the grandeur of ancient Rome hassle-free with hosted access to the 3 most iconic sites: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Discover the myth of how a she-wolf founded the city as you move at your own pace with the option of insightful multilingual audio guides.

  • Dive into how Romans lived a millennium ago with a comprehensive guidebook or a vivid multimedia video.

  • Watch the Roman Empire in its glory with a unique virtual reality add-on or gain exclusive access to the Arena, thrumming with battle cries.

  • Fun fact: During certain games, the Colosseum could be filled with water to stage mock naval battles.

More details

  • Experience the grandeur of ancient Rome hassle-free with hosted access to the 3 most iconic sites: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

  • Discover the myth of how a she-wolf founded the city as you move at your own pace with the option of insightful multilingual audio guides.

  • Dive into how Romans lived a millennium ago with a comprehensive guidebook or a vivid multimedia video.

  • Watch the Roman Empire in its glory with a unique virtual reality add-on or gain exclusive access to the Arena, thrumming with battle cries.

  • Fun fact: During certain games, the Colosseum could be filled with water to stage mock naval battles.

from
€29
Tourists exploring the Colosseum and Vatican Museums in Rome.
Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Tourists exploring the Colosseum's underground chambers in Rome with the Rome Super Pass.
Tourists exploring the Vatican Museums' ornate hallway with classical sculptures in Rome, Italy.
Visitors exploring sculptures on a guided tour of the Vatican Museums.
Tour group with guide at the Colosseum in Rome, part of the 'Rome in a Day' tour.
Archway passage in the underground Colosseum, Rome, with ancient stone walls and scattered ruins.
Vatican Museum exterior with courtyard and visitors in Rome, Italy.
Tourists with guide near Statue of Apollo Belvedere, Vatican Museum.
2 hr
  • Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City with skip-the-line entry and expert-guided tours, all with a single ticket.

  • Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill as your guide brings Rome’s imperial past to life.

  • Marvel at the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, and more with a dedicated guide.

  • Choose to do both tours on the same day or split them across days—it’s entirely up to your travel plans.

  • Enjoy a seamless, stress-free experience with one combo that covers all the highlights without the planning hassle.

More details

  • Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City with skip-the-line entry and expert-guided tours, all with a single ticket.

  • Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill as your guide brings Rome’s imperial past to life.

  • Marvel at the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, and more with a dedicated guide.

  • Choose to do both tours on the same day or split them across days—it’s entirely up to your travel plans.

  • Enjoy a seamless, stress-free experience with one combo that covers all the highlights without the planning hassle.

from €179.13
€91.71

49% off

Tourists exploring Palatine Hill ruins in Rome, surrounded by lush greenery.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient columns in Rome, Italy.
Arch of Constantine in Rome with tourists exploring the historic monument.
Ancient ruins on Palatine Hill in Rome with trees and a clear sky.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient brick walls and decorative garden, Palatine Hill, Rome.
Tourists exploring ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient structures and greenery, view from Palatine Hill, Rome.
Flexible duration
  • Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.

  • Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.

  • Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.

  • Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.

  • Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.

More details

  • Unlock rare access to SUPER Sites—seven exceptional locations within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, typically closed to regular visitors.

  • Step inside the Curia Julia, where Roman senators once debated the fate of the empire.

  • Explore the House of Augustus, the lavish home of Rome’s first emperor, and Santa Maria Antiqua, the Forum’s oldest Christian monument.

  • Discover multimedia exhibits that bring ancient Rome to life as you walk through the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Imperial Fora.

  • Go beyond the usual tourist spots with access to hidden temples, palaces, and monuments reserved for history lovers.

from €24.50
€22.05

10% off

Tour group listening to a guide inside the Roman Colosseum, Rome.
Colosseum exterior with visitors, Rome, part of twilight tour with Imperial Forums.
Tour group exploring the Colosseum Arena in Rome, viewing underground chambers and learning gladiator history.
Tourists exploring the Roman Colosseum and nearby ruins in Rome, Italy.
Roman Forum ruins with ancient columns and arches in Rome, Italy.
Aerial view of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, surrounded by cityscape and roads.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
2 hr
  • Experience the Colosseum as the sun sets! Feast your eyes on the Roman icon bathed in a warm, golden glow, casting dramatic shadows against the sky.

  • Walk where the gladiators once walked in the Arena, as your guide regales you with tidbits in a group of 25 or fewer.

  • Imagine yourself as ancient Roman nobility as you stand on the Arena stage away from the peak-hour crowds.

  • This experience offers audio headsets for more than 10 guests ensuring an enhanced commentary alongside your tour.

  • Did you know that the Colosseum was built on the site of a former artificial lake that once belonged to the cruel emperor Nero's extravagant palace?

More details

  • Experience the Colosseum as the sun sets! Feast your eyes on the Roman icon bathed in a warm, golden glow, casting dramatic shadows against the sky.

  • Walk where the gladiators once walked in the Arena, as your guide regales you with tidbits in a group of 25 or fewer.

  • Imagine yourself as ancient Roman nobility as you stand on the Arena stage away from the peak-hour crowds.

  • This experience offers audio headsets for more than 10 guests ensuring an enhanced commentary alongside your tour.

  • Did you know that the Colosseum was built on the site of a former artificial lake that once belonged to the cruel emperor Nero's extravagant palace?

from
€74

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About Colosseum

Explore the Colosseum, a testament to ancient Rome and the largest amphitheater of its time. Famous for gladiatorial contests and grand spectacles, its architectural splendor still draws crowds. Explore its underground chambers where fighters and animals prepared for battle. This iconic arena is a window into ancient Rome's thrilling entertainment and engineering prowess.

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Address
Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Visitors per year
6000000
Expected wait time - Standard
1-2 hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status
1980
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Jan 2026
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Booking through Headout was smooth and convenient, and everything worked as expected at the attraction. It definitely saved us time during our Rome visit. The only drawback was that we weren’t informed in advance about the Roman Forum’s closing time, so we reached when it was almost closing. Clearer communication about timings would improve the experience. Overall, a reliable platform and good service.

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Max our guide was fantastic ! We started the tour a bit late, but it was understandable with the thousands of people trying to get into the Colesseum. Max was a last minute guide as we were told Miguel was our original guide. (Sorry not sorry 😉) we had a great time , enjoyed the information and history of the ancient structures. It helped we only had a small group of 7, so we moved around easier. Highly recommended tour 🏟️💖

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Dec 2025
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Inmaculada

Spain
Dec 2025
5/5

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Our guide has been a real charmer, she has explained everything super well, with many details and very interesting, it is highly recommended the tour and vivicos tour who have been the ones who have attended us. Edila is a super guide

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Brooke

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Dec 2025
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Was organised when we turned up and quickly sorted the people into the correct groups. Our tour guide balanced being quick but also allowing time to view areas explaining in detail. I didn't feel rushed and felt I had a really good understanding of everything and had the ability to ask questions.

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Beautiful experience with audio narration where you can quietly hear and imagine the moments experienced by our Italian history.

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Of this experience I liked everything , everything went as per the directions , I have already had a chance to use this app for other visits to museums etc . I must say that it always went very well . Thank you

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