The Best Colosseum Tours
The Colosseum – Flavian Amphitheater is the iconic symbol of Rome and the most popular Roman monument. The ancient arena attracts over 5 million visitors per year; therefore planning ahead is essential. Whether you’re looking for the best Colosseum tours in Rome to take with a guide, to purchase skip-the-line colosseum tickets, or seeking tips for visiting the Colosseum, we’re here to help.
The Best Colosseum Tours
Being one of Rome’s number one rated Colosseum tour operators, our small group and private tours provide all the knowledge and stories from the best Colosseum guides in Rome, skip-the-line entry tickets and exclusive access to all restricted areas.
The Roman Colosseum held up to 80,000 spectators and hosted bloody gladiator battles, public executions, wild animal hunts and mock sea battles. Learn more about these and other highlights while visiting the Colosseum with us. Check out our best Colosseum tours below and bring the ancient history from this iconic landmark to life.
Why Choose Colosseum Tours In Rome
Our reviews express our dedication in providing a first class Colosseum experience. With privileged skip the line access, the best local expert Colosseum guides Rome has to offer and caring staff on hand to help with any questions or queries 24/7, our Colosseum tours will exceed your expectations.
Whether you choose to discover the arena floor and hidden tunnels with our Colosseum underground tour, enjoy breathtaking views from the third tier with a small-group guided tour, or immerse yourself in an eerie yet fascinating experience with our night tour, gain a profound understanding of the ancient Roman amphitheater and its historical significance, with our award winning Colosseum tours in Rome.
Our Best-Selling Colosseum Guided Tours
Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Experience the Colosseum like never before, with an exclusive VIP tour that takes you deep into its underground secrets. This Colosseum underground tour provides privileged access, to sections of the Colosseum not available with a standard ticket, including the Colosseum Underground tunnels, Gladiator’s Arena and dungeons. This exclusive experience is the most in demand colosseum tour, therefore bookings for the underground must be made well in advance of your trip to Rome.
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Colosseum Arena Floor & Ancient Rome Tour
Enter an exclusive section of the Colosseum and witness a partially reconstructed portion of the arena floor. Gain entry through the Gladiator’s Gate, providing a unique perspective on the amphitheater. Enjoy perks that regular ticket holders don’t get with skip-the-line access and three areas of the Colosseum. After exploring the Arena in depth with your expert guide, you’ll head over to the Roman Forum and climb Palatine Hill where you can imagine what downtown ancient Rome was like.
- 3hrs
- Rome
Privileged Entrance Colosseum Tour with Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Visit the Colosseum, the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum during this 3 hour guided tour. Your local expert guide, will lead you into the Colosseum and around Ancient Rome, with privileged entrance to admire the ruins where the true power of the Roman Empire once lay and learn about its 2000 years of History.
- 3hrs
- Italy
Private Colosseum Tour
For the ultimate Colosseum experience, join us on an exclusive 3 hour private Colosseum tour, including the Palentine hill and Roman Forum. With reserved skip the line tickets, you will bypass the crowds and long ticket waiting, with direct access. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local tour guide, journey through the Flavian Amphitheater, stepping onto the very ground where historic battles unfolded.
- 3hrs
- Rome
Express Colosseum Tour
Step into the past of the Roman Empire with a 1-hour skip-the-line Colosseum Tour . Trace the path of emperors as you uncover the grandeur of the Flavian Amphitheatre’s 1st and 2nd tiers.
- 1hr
- Rome
Evening Colosseum Tour
Reveal the secrets of Rome’s ancient past during an evening exploration of the Colosseum. Witness the gladiator’s arena at sunset, followed by a visit to the Imperial Forum and a glimpse of the iconic Trajan’s Column. As the sun sets and the crowds disperse, this tour offers an authentic VIP encounter, granting you after-hours admission. Embark on an extensive exploration guided by a seasoned local expert, delving into the Colosseum’s history while absorbing tales of its violent past. With the cooling ambiance of the evening and the arena illuminated against the night canvas, this experience transforms the iconic site into a captivating spectacle.
- 3hrs
- Rome
Colosseum Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour start time, so you have enough time to find your meeting point for the Colosseum guided tour.
- Arrive with a bottle of water. There are no restaurants or cafes in the Colosseum
- Go to the toilet before your Colosseum tour. While there are a few on-site toilets at the Colosseum, the waiting time can take a while.
- Drop off luggage prior to your Colosseum tour. Only small bags are allowed inside the Colosseum.
- The Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum have a mandatory security check. Make sure not to try to bring undesirable items into the Colosseum.
- People with reduced mobility can access the Colosseum without waiting through designated entrance. Some tours may not be wheelchair accessible. A private Colosseum tour is provides the most flexibility
- Colosseum tour prices and durations vary. Choose your tour wisely to maximize your colosseum experience.
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Roman Colosseum Tours FAQs
Choosing the best colosseum tour depends on your preferences. Choose from express Colosseum tours, small group or private tours, as well as arena and underground tours.
You will learn and see more of the Colosseum with a guided tour. Another benefit is you will skip the line with reserved tickets.
Colosseum tour prices start from 50 pp and go according to the type of tour you join. It all depends on what kind of Colosseum tour you book and how detailed you want it to be.
You can tour the Colosseum alone. We recommend you purchase tickets online on the official Colosseum website.
The best time to visit the coloseeum is in the morming. The temperature is coolor and its less crowded.
Allow a couple hours to visit the Colosseum. Most tours take around an hour.
Allow free time after tour to explore.
The Colosseum offer free entrance every first Sunday of the month.
Yes. Underground Colosseum tours can be booked here.
Water bottles can be bought in to the Colosseum.
Colosseum tickets need to be purchased. They can be purchased online or are provided with your colosseum tour.
After the tour, we suggest explore the Colosseum alone.
We offer Colosseum tours in various languages.
A private tour will be just your you / your group with the guide.