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Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Access

Colosseum in Rome with tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater.
Visitors exploring the first floor of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
Ancient Roman statues displayed inside the Colosseum Museum in Rome.
Tourists exploring ruins of Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.

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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.

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Olena Avakiants

Olena

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Visiting the Colosseum is an absolute must-do in Rome because it’s not just a monument, it’s a journey back in time. Standing inside, you can truly imagine the scale of the Roman Empire and the incredible engineering of nearly 2,000 years ago. The Colosseum is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, and walking through its arches makes history come alive in a way that no book or documentary ever could. It’s also beautifully located in the heart of Rome, surrounded by the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, so in one visit you experience the very essence of Ancient Rome.
Neil Nancarrow

Neil

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Wow wow wow. Amazing trip to the coluseum today. Entry was easy and smooth. Plenty of guys selling very cold water outside for a fair price. You won't be disappointed the coluseum is fantastic. All was going round my head was quite from the film gladiator. My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, Commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next."...
Andrew Purdey

Andrew

Jul 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Visited 12 years ago, had more movement at ground level, now only certain areas for viewing and photo opportunities. Upper level able to walk the most of the circle area. This is not the fault of Head out. Same controls in place who ever you book with. Palentine Hill and Forum still able to do in you own time, and this time visited on the second day as the ticket allowed us to do so, but have to visit Colosseum on the date requested by us. This was not a guided tour, and all was perfect with the purchase via Head out.
    • 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.

    • Choose how you explore: listen to expert insights with an audio guide or follow an English guidebook to uncover hidden stories.

    • Upgrade your experience with Arena Floor access to stand where gladiators once fought or visit the Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.

    • Timed entry to the Colosseum

    • Access tier 1 & 2 and Museum

    • Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

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

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese (as per option selected)

    • Access to Mamertine Prison (as per option selected)

    • Hosted entry with audio guide (as per option selected)

    • Booklet (as per option selected)

    • Headsets

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    BACHA fattimounnissabiby

    Bacha

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    It was great! It's a shame, however, that we didn't have access to the platform. We didn't realize at the time of purchase that this level was not included... On the other hand, access to the Forum and the Palatine offered magical and unforgettable moments!
    DONDON Andrea

    Dondon

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Everything went smoothly, except for the activation of the audio guide. All in all, it was easy. Plus I didn't have to queue very long.
    Maria Jeanette Baron

    Maria

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    We had a great time in Colosium, although the weather is so hot. , we still enjoy it the view , the croud was a lot but we still found some spots for us . The kids had a great time.
    Neil Nancarrow

    Neil

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Wow wow wow. Amazing trip to the coluseum today. Entry was easy and smooth. Plenty of guys selling very cold water outside for a fair price. You won't be disappointed the coluseum is fantastic. All was going round my head was quite from the film gladiator. My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, Commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next."...
    Megan Thurlby

    Megan

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The Palentine hill was a key part of our experience, we thoroughly enjoyed the freedom of entry time with the ticket, the queue appeared long but moved very quickly and thoroughly. All the staff at security gates were happy to help and fluent in various languages.
  • 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

    Monday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Tuesday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Wednesday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Thursday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Friday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Saturday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Sunday08:30am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm

    Mamertine Prison

    Monday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pm

    Palatine Hill

    Monday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm

    Roman Forum

    Monday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:15pmlast entry 06:15pm

    Colosseum arena tours

    Monday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
  • 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!

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • 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.

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