Top experience: Roman Colosseum All-Access Ticket

To ensure you don’t miss any part of the Colosseum, opt for this 3-hour skip-the-line tour that grants access to both the public and exclusive sections.

This ticket includes a guided tour of the Colosseum, Arena, Underground, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. The guided tour covers the entire archaeological park, not just the Colosseum.

Explore the underground network of tunnels and passages, and walk the Arena, the epicenter of the Colosseum, where gladiators and animals fought to the death.

Stroll through the seating tiers of the ancient theater, where thousands of spectators once cheered during the games. Afterward, move on to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with your guide to discover the ruins of the Roman Empire.

Ticket inclusions

• Live tour guide 
• Skip-the-line access through the “Stern entrance”
• Access to the Colosseum’s 1st and 2nd levels 
• Access to the exclusive sections – Arena and Underground 
• Guided tours of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill

Itinerary 

• Colosseum Underground (45 minutes)
• Arena floor (30 minutes)
• Colosseum (levels 1 and 2 [45 minutes]
• Roman Forum (30 minutes)
• Palatine Hill (15 minutes)

Meeting point 

You can meet the guide at the terrace above the Colosseo Metro Station. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a sign that says “Tours of Rome.”

Collect the physical tickets from the guide and your trip starts from there. Meet your guide.

Is the Arena and Underground worth it?

Visiting the Colosseum is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so make the best of it by exploring all its sections. The site, rich with centuries of history, was once the battleground for gladiators who entertained up to 80,000 spectators with their fights against each other, wild animals, and condemned criminals.

The Arena’s original wooden floor, once covered with sand to absorb blood and waste, has worn away over time, revealing the underground area.

This underground served as the backstage where gladiators and animals waited to enter the arena through trap doors.

Partially reconstructed, it allows visitors to experience its original form and view the intricate network of tunnels and chambers. These structures that were once functioning stand as testimony to Rome’s greatness. 

What to see in the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Located west of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum was once the city center, filled with government buildings, temples, and statues of prominent Roman leaders. Today, it is a rectangular expanse of ruins that offers a glimpse into the city’s storied past.

A testament to the cultural, political, and religious heart of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum attracts around 4.5 million visitors annually. Notable landmarks include the Temple of Saturn, the Temple of Vesta, the Curia (Senate House), and the Arch of Septimius Severus.

Similarly, Palatine Hill, one of the most significant of Rome’s seven hills, deserves equal appreciation. Believed to be the site where Rome’s founders originated before establishing the city, Palatine Hill is home to several important landmarks, including the Stadium of Domitian, the House of Augustus, the House of Livia, and the Palatine Museum.

Cancellation 

This is a non-refundable activity.

Opening hours 

The Colosseum follows these timings in 2024:

Things to know 

• Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time due to strict visitor capacity limits; late arrivals may lead to missing the tour without a refund. 
• Bring a valid ID for security checks. 
• This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
• Food and drinks are prohibited inside the premises. If you bring water, you must empty the bottle before entering, though you can refill it afterward.
•  Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves extensive walking.