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Colosseum first floor view with ancient arches and tourists exploring the historic site in Rome, Italy.
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy, a unique day trip experience
Sculptures in the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Ancient artefacts at the Colosseum Museum in 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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Ute Susanne Lark

Ute

May 2025
Verified booking
We arrived a bit earlier at the Colloseum and there was no big queue at the entrance. We needed to wait for 5 more minutes and we then went in straightaway. No hassle, the security was fast and we could enjoy the arena and other levels of the Colloseum. It was amazing and we could take our time to take many pictures. Then We went over to the Palatine Hill and Forum Romanum, There was no one there and we headed straight in. All the tickets we purchase were perfect on the phone and we had no problems going in. The whole area is amazing and being where thousands of years Romans roamed we could walk in their footsteps. We loved the whole day !
Andrew Purdey

Andrew

Jul 2025
Verified booking
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.
PONTONNIER Francçois

Pontonnier

May 2025
Verified booking
The tour of the Colissé is superb, and the audio guide very comprehensive. The commentary is a little fast. The Palatine Hill has many places and monuments to see. We'll have to go back again. The audio-guide is a great switch, even if you sometimes lose track of whether you're in the right place or not. All in all, a very nice, essential visit to Rome. With Headout everything worked well. Thank you very much.
    • 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 tier 1 & 2 and Museum

    • Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

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

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

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

    • Headsets

    • Live guide

    • Access to the Colosseum underground or upper floors

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from Spain, France, United Kingdom and over 90 countries have loved this experience

    Irene Moreno Vellido

    Irene

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    No need to wait in line. Of course, do not go in summer, the heat is unbearable and you do not enjoy the visit. And if you can take a guide to tell you the story better because otherwise you only see stones.
    ADAM NAJDA

    Adam

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Goosebumps when You realize the piece of history related with Colosseum. I wonder if this walls could talk what we can hear... Unfortunately traffic is so horrible that You loose the appetite for detailed sightseeing. Anyway this is "backet list" If You're going to visit Rome.
    Elisabetta Maria Antonia

    Elisabetta

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The visit to the Imperial Forums was very interesting, no less so than the visit to the Colosseum ( I had already done this one cmq). The scheduled entrance turned out very well. The waiting times were short(this was also because I had booked the entrance at 9.45 am). Overall I can consider the whole thing good
    Giovanni Sciuto

    Giovanni

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Long and interesting tour, Colosseum, Palatine and fori are a place where time stands still and despite the many tourists you can stop in the shade to imagine the 'empire and rest.
    Nicola Reynolds

    Nicola

    May, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    The experience was very good as far as the purchase of the tickets and audio went. The Colosseum is definitely worth a visit, but the huge crowds made the viewing experience very slow and at times unpleasant. The lines for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill were so long that we decided to not complete the tour.
  • 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

    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 - 07:15pmlast 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
  • 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 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.

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