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Rome: Guided Tour of the Colosseum

About this experience

Explore the symbol of the Eternal City with our expert local tour guides. Starting just outside the entrance of the monument, you will receive our headset system to hear your guide perfectly. Walk the footsteps of the greatest emperors, hear about the bloody gladiator fights, and the history of the Colosseum throughout the centuries. At the end of the tour our guide will be happy to answer your questions.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr

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Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please avoid bringing large bags or backpacks. There are no storage facilities in Colosseum . Any kind of spray bottles and glass items are not allowed in side the colosseum
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

What is included

  • Radios and headsets for the tour
  • Entrance Fees
  • Guided tour of the Colosseum

Not included

  • Guided Tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine

Itinerary and highlights

Guided tour of the Colosseum with a professional local guide.

At the Roman Forum, you can get a better appreciation about what everyday life was like in Ancient Rome.

Meeting and pickup information

  • meet us in our office my city tour

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • My City Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be aware that ID is required for children under 18
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please avoid bringing large bags or backpacks. There are no storage facilities in Colosseum . Any kind of spray bottles and glass items are not allowed in side the colosseum
  • We recommend you to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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