Colosseum Guided Tour 2025
Skip-the-line access to Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
About The Colosseum Guided Tour
Visit the magnificent Colosseum with an expert guide who will tell you all about its history. Learn about the battles that took place in the arena and discover where gladiators were held before the fights. The best part? Priority access is included, so you won't have to wait in line! After the Colosseum, you'll walk through the Roman Forum and enjoy views from Palatine Hill.
Explore the Colosseum, which has stood in Rome for almost 2,000 years. It was a place of gladiator battles, a church in medieval times, and a fortress. Earthquakes and vandalism damaged it, but it kept its grandeur and stands tall as one of the most famous symbols of Rome.
The Colosseum has seen countless spectacles. Gladiators would fight each other or wild animals, and even naval battles were held in a flooded arena. Romans from all walks of life would attend, from commoners to emperors. Walk in the same place as they did centuries ago and learn what their life was like!
A lot has happened since the Colosseum was built almost 2,000 years ago. Our guide will tell you all about the history of Rome and this famous building. They are there for you, so ask them whatever you want to know!
Rome is known as the Eternal City, but there is no point in eternally waiting to get in! With our skip-the-line service, you can go right inside the Colosseum and start exploring the ancient remains.
The tour includes a visit to the Roman Forum, where Romans would meet each other, and the Palatine, where Rome was founded. So you get to see three sites with just one ticket!
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Unforgettable visit to the Colosseum thanks to our guide!
The guide we had was a great storyteller. I feel like the tour wasn't basic, he added many fun facts and anecdotes about the Colosseum and Rome. He even told us some stories about his own life, because he's from Rome. I feel like I also learned a lot about the locals and today's Rome, not just ancient Rome. The Colosseum was amazing, it kind of looked bigger from the inside! We got to visit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, too, so this ticket is a great deal!
Convenient skip-the-line access
Booking this guided tour of the Colosseum was a good decision because we learned so much that we would never have discovered on our own. The tour was well-organized, and we got in right away with the skip-the-line tickets. On the day we visited, the Colosseum lines were huge! I'm so glad we managed to avoid them all!
DESCRIPTION
Colosseum Guided Tour
- Colosseum skip-the-line tickets
- Roman Forum skip-the-line tickets
- Palatine Hill skip-the-line tickets
- Expert guide
- Headsets
- Small group option available
- German, Spanish, Italian, French, English
JOURNEY THROUGH ANCIENT ROME WITH AN EXPERT
Did you know that the Colosseum wasn't always called that. Its name was the Flavian Amphitheater, named after the emperors of the Flavian dynasty who built it. It was so big that about 50,000 Romans could attend events in the amphitheater! So, sometime after the 8th century, people started calling the building the Colosseum because of its huge size.
DIFFERENT CLASSES OF GLADIATORS
There were many classes of gladiators. Some fought with the national weapons, which included an oblong shield, a visor, a helmet, and a short sword. Others fought with a net and a trident and no armor, and they were supposed to entangle a fully armed opponent. Some are also believed to have fought on horseback with a helmet and a closed visor. In other words, they had to fight blindfolded.
DID ALL GLADIATORS LOVE THEIR JOB?
The gladiators were mainly slaves and criminals, made to fight each other. The combats were bloody and not fair, and they make us wonder why humans ever set up shows like that. Even the gladiators themselves didn't like them because there was a Gladiatorial War against Rome in the 1st century BCE led by Spartacus. Your guide will tell you all about the history of gladiatorial combat and the ancient Romans' opinions on the topic.
SAVE HOURS OF WAIT TIME
About seven million people visit the Colosseum each year, so the wait times can be one or two hours. That's why we have included fast-track access. Your guide will escort you to the Colosseum and you will go right in!
EXTRA TOUR STOPS
The tour includes a visit to the Roman Forum, the bustling heart of the city, and Palatine Hill. According to legend, this is where Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome, were nurtured by a she-wolf.
SKIP THE LINE, NOT THE EXPERIENCE!
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A preview of what you will learn
- The Colosseum was in active use for only about 400 years out of the nearly 2,000 it has stood in Rome. After that, it was neglected and seen as a source of building materials until the 18th century.
- We can only see one-third of the original building, as two-thirds have been destroyed over time.
- Materials from the Colosseum were used to build St. Peter's Basilica.
- The majority of gladiators were men, but there were some women, too.
- Why does it look like the Colosseum is missing a big chunk? There was a big earthquake in the 14th century and a huge section of the outer walls collapsed.
Good to know before you go
- You can cancel 24 hours before the tour and receive a 50% refund.
- It is mandatory to bring your passport or ID card.
- You will be given headsets so you can hear your tour guide more clearly.
- We recommend bringing a bottle of water. Also, bring a hat and sunscreen if you are visiting in the summer months.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes earlier.
Meeting point
The meeting point varies depending on the option you book, so please check it beforehand.
EASY BOOKING & SKIP-THE-LINE ACCESS!
Save your precious time with a quick booking process and priority entry!
FAQ - Colosseum Guided Tour
How long are the lines in front of the Colosseum?
It's possible to wait for an hour or two to get inside the Colosseum. This tour of the Colosseum includes skip-the-line access, so you will save precious time on your holiday.What is the cancellation policy for this Colosseum Guided Tour?
You can get a 50% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance.How to get to the Colosseum?
You can take a bus, a tram, or the subway. You can take the metro line B and get off at the Colosseum metro stop. If you are going by metro line A, get off at the Manzoni stop and switch to the tram line 3 going south. You can take the bus lines 60, 75, 85, 87, 271, 571, 175, 186, 810, 850, C3 or 117. Finally, if you prefer trams, take line number 3.What is the best time to visit the Colosseum?
We recommend booking morning tour of the Colosseum to avoid the crowds and high temperatures. However, if mornings aren't convenient for you but you still want to avoid crowds at the Colosseum, you can book the Colosseum Night Tour, which also includes priority entry.What top sites should I check out in Rome?
Italy is known for its great art. Check it out and skip the line with a Borghese Gallery Ticket. If you are looking for unique experiences, book the Rome Bike Tour or the Rome Vespa Tour. You can see the top attractions in a fun way with an expert guide. If you want to explore the area in detail, get the Rome and Vatican Pass. It gives you access to more than 45 attractions and skip-the-line service with a live or audio guide.Don't Wait! Book Now!
- Expert tour guide
- Skip-the-line access
- Small group option available
- Easy booking process
- Best value for your money!