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Colosseum Express Guided Tour

Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the exterior on a guided tour.
Tourists taking a selfie inside the Colosseum during an express guided tour.
Tourists exploring the interior arches of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
Tourists with a guide overlooking the interior of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Duration

1 hr - 2 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 4 days before the start of your experience

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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.

4.4/5

(3,249)

Matthew Nichols

Matthew

Aug 2025
Verified booking
Great quick tour, so much information in a short amount of time. We had to get a train back to the cruise so only had a hour to spend at the colosseum. This fitted us perfectly, guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with a lovely tour.
Lilian Maria Mazzuco

Lilian

Nov 2025
Verified booking
the bus passes close to the main tourist attractions and the wait between one and the other doesn't take long, plus the GPS APP showing the location of the buses is accurate
Sandra Miriam Szpatz

Sandra

Aug 2025
Verified booking
Sandro the guide, excellent. The coordination of the schedule to meet the guide was quite bad. The experience inside the Colosseum, excellent.
    • See the Colosseum’s most iconic spots in just one hour with a timed-entry guided tour.

    • Explore tiered seating, the on-site museum, and sweeping Arena views.

    • Hear gripping tales of history, engineering, and gladiator drama from your expert guide.

    • Choose family-friendly storytelling, a Forums express tour with Arena Floor access.

    • Upgrade to a semi-private Arena -only express tour for a more exclusive experience.

    • Express guided tour of the Colosseum

    • Kid-friendly tour (as per option selected)

    • English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill express guided tour with exclusive Arena Floor access(as per option selected)

    • Arena-only express tour in a semi-private group of 6 (as per option selected)

    • Headsets

    • Access to Underground and Belvedere
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 4 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 3,249 reviews

    How do we collect reviews?

    These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.

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    What our guests say

    IOSIF TZARDIS

    Iosif

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    Andrea was well educated, polite and pleasant
    Lilian Maria Mazzuco

    Lilian

    Nov 2025
    Verified booking
    the bus passes close to the main tourist attractions and the wait between one and the other doesn't take long, plus the GPS APP showing the location of the buses is accurate
    Fabiana Marina Gil

    Fabiana

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    The coordinator, Pepe, has explained the whole route wonderfully. He answered every single question with a lot of patience.
    Emily Becher

    Emily

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    The guide was very knowledgeable and engaging
    David Magida

    David

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    Amazing guide. Great pace and stories.
  • 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.

    • Skip long ticket lines with reserved timed entry.

    • Explore the first and second levels for sweeping views of the Arena.

    • Hear vivid tales of gladiators, naval battles, and public spectacles from your expert guide.

    • 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.
  • Colosseum

    Monday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Tuesday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Wednesday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Thursday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Friday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Saturday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Sunday8:30am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm

    Palatine Hill

    Monday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Tuesday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Thursday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Friday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Saturday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm
    Sunday9:00am - 7:15pmlast entry 6:15pm

    Roman Forum

    Monday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Tuesday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Wednesday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Thursday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Friday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Saturday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
    Sunday9:00am - 5:00pmlast entry 4:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Valid photo ID; entry may be denied without it.

    • Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water.

    What’s not allowed

    • Name changes after booking.

    • Entry without the exact full name provided at booking.

    Accessibility

    • Not accessible for wheelchair users, prams/strollers, or visitors with mobility issues.

    • Some areas have uneven surfaces.

    Additional information

    • Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled entry at the Arch of Constantine meeting point.

    • 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.

    • The order of the tour may change—check for updates before your visit.

    • 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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