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Discover the Colosseum with a knowledgeable guide, exploring every corner within an hour. Maximize your time in Rome and enjoy a seamless experience.
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(3,236)
Matthew
Anantha
Sandra
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See the Colosseum’s most iconic spots in just one hour with a timed-entry guided tour.
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Explore tiered seating, the on-site museum, and sweeping Arena views.
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Hear gripping tales of history, engineering, and gladiator drama from your expert guide.
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Choose family-friendly storytelling, a Forums express tour with Arena Floor access.
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Upgrade to a semi-private Arena -only express tour for a more exclusive experience.
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Express guided tour of the Colosseum
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Kid-friendly tour (as per option selected)
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English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
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Roman Forum and Palatine Hill express guided tour with exclusive Arena Floor access(as per option selected)
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Arena-only express tour in a semi-private group of 6 (as per option selected)
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Headsets
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- Access to Underground and Belvedere
You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from United Kingdom, Spain, United States and over 33 countries have loved this experience
Vicente
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The treatment by Elsy Guevara and her professionalism and kindness. Without her help it would not have been possible to enjoy a wonderful afternoon.
German
Aug, 2025Verified booking
The guide Sandro is the best there is, grr re am person and explains excellent everything, recomendadisimo.
Alva
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Our guide Giovanna was fantastic .Claudia
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Sandro's company and explanation was great, very meaningful and valuable for us. It was worth the visit...Jelissa
Aug, 2025Verified booking
Tomas our guide was very nice and explained in an excellent way and with a very good attitude. If we go back to Rome we would repeat our guide as Tomas.
Make the most of your limited time in Rome with a fast, guided Colosseum tour that covers the highlights and skips the lines—perfect for getting expert insight without the wait.
Getting started
Meet your licensed guide at the designated point near the Colosseum. Show your booking confirmation and valid photo ID for entry. All visitors pass through a security check with metal detectors before tickets are validated.
What to expect
Colosseum – Rome’s most famous landmark and the largest amphitheater of the ancient world.
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Skip long ticket lines with reserved timed entry.
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Explore the first and second levels for sweeping views of the Arena.
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Hear vivid tales of gladiators, naval battles, and public spectacles from your expert guide.
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Visit the on-site museum to see artifacts and models bringing history to life.
Extras
- Upgrade to a kid-friendly storytelling tour, an express Forum visit with Arena access, or a semi-private Arena-only experience for a more exclusive visit.
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What to bring
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Valid photo ID; entry may be denied without it.
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Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water.
What’s not allowed
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Name changes after booking.
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Entry without the exact full name provided at booking.
Accessibility
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Not accessible for wheelchair users, prams/strollers, or visitors with mobility issues.
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Some areas have uneven surfaces.
Additional information
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Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled entry at the Arch of Constantine meeting point.
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For maximum safety, all guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.
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The order of the tour may change—check for updates before your visit.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for meeting point details and specific instructions.
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