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Colosseum Access Entry with Italian Cooking Class

About this experience

Experience the perfect blend of ancient Roman history and refined Italian cuisine in one premium experience.

Begin your day with reserved access entry to the Colosseum, one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. Step inside the ancient amphitheatre and explore its remarkable architecture, history, and atmosphere at your own pace.

After your Colosseum visit, continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where you can walk among the ruins of temples, basilicas, and imperial palaces during a self-guided visit through the heart of ancient Rome.

Later, conclude your day at a luxury cooking studio in central Rome. Under the guidance of an expert chef, enjoy a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to prepare fresh handmade pasta and classic tiramisu, followed by a relaxed meal paired with fine Italian wine or beverages.

This experience is ideal for travelers seeking a well-structured, premium Roman day combining culture, flexibility, and gastronomy.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr

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Colosseum With Cooking Class

Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Hands on Luxury Italian cooking class with expert chef
  • All ingredients and cooking equipment
  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person Plus €2.40 Online fees

Not included

  • Guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Transportation between sites
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary and highlights

Meet your licensed professional guide near the Colosseum and enjoy Accessing to one of the world’s most iconic monuments.
Explore the 1st and 2nd tiers of the Colosseum on a guided tour and learn about gladiatorial games, Roman engineering, and daily life in Ancient Rome.

After the Colosseum tour, continue your experience with self-guided access to the Roman Forum (we will Walk you there) using the same ticket.
Walk through the heart of ancient Rome, discover temples, arches, and imperial ruins.

After the Colosseum tour, continue your experience with self-guided access to the Palatine Hill using the same ticket.
Walk through the heart of ancient Rome, discover temples, arches, and imperial ruins, and enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill.

If you select a tour with option of cooking class so after your tour please meet us at Via della Mercede, 43/45, 00186 Roma RM, Italy at 3:30 PM

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please Wait your Colosseum Entry Tickets arround 3:00 PM (your final exact entry time will be sent to you ) on your register email 1 night before your experience. Then you may come to IQ Hotel at Via Firenze 8, Rome to attend your cooking class at 6:00 PM

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Bella Vita Food Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 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 0–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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