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Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy on a sunny day
Tourists exploring the first floor of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, a unique experience offered in our day trip package
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy, a unique day trip experience
Sculptures in the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Ancient artefacts at the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy, offering a unique view of ancient ruins
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a view of the ancient Roman Forum in the background
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy on a sunny day
Tourists exploring the first floor of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, a unique experience offered in our day trip package
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy, a unique day trip experience
Sculptures in the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Ancient artefacts at the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy, offering a unique view of ancient ruins
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a view of the ancient Roman Forum in the background
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy on a sunny day
Tourists exploring the first floor of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, a unique experience offered in our day trip package
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum arena in Rome, Italy, a unique day trip experience
Sculptures in the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Ancient artefacts at the Colosseum Museum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy, offering a unique view of ancient ruins
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, Italy
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a view of the ancient Roman Forum in the background

Entry to Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

from €23.90
€21.51

10% off

Instant confirmation
Flexible duration
Audio guide

Your chance to explore Rome’s ancient wonders at your own pace.

  • Dive straight into the action with timed entry to the Colosseum, one of Rome’s most visited and iconic sites.
  • Enjoy the flexibility to explore the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum within 24 hours of your Colosseum entry.
  • Enhance your visit with an optional audio guide, offering rich insights and stories to bring the ancient sites to life.
  • Upgrade for exclusive arena floor access and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, experiencing the Colosseum from the vantage point of ancient Romans.

Your chance to explore Rome’s ancient wonders at your own pace.

  • Dive straight into the action with timed entry to the Colosseum, one of Rome’s most visited and iconic sites.
  • Enjoy the flexibility to explore the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum within 24 hours of your Colosseum entry.
  • Enhance your visit with an optional audio guide, offering rich insights and stories to bring the ancient sites to life.
  • Upgrade for exclusive arena floor access and walk in the footsteps of gladiators, experiencing the Colosseum from the vantage point of ancient Romans.
  • Tip: While exploring Palatine Hill look out for the Farnese Gardens, a peaceful escape from the crowds. Beautifully manicured terraces, statues, and panoramic views of the Roman Forum and Colosseum await.
  • Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
  • Please note that timed priority entry is only available at the Colosseum, but the tickets for the Forum and Palatine will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the Colosseum entry time selected during booking.
  • Note that there are 2 entrances: one for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.
  • The security check can take 30 mins or more. To make the process quicker, please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.
  • After booking the ticket, you’ll receive information on how to download the digital audio guide app on your smartphone. Just make sure your phone is fully charged and don’t forget to bring your favorite headphones!
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy, with a guided tour group
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum, with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in the background in Rome, Italy
Tour guide leading a group of tourists to the entrance of the Colosseum in Rome, offering exclusive access with host
Tour guide leading a group of tourists on the Colosseum Arena Floor in Rome, offering exclusive access and a unique viewpoint of the historic landmark
Tourists exploring the historic Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a clear blue sky overhead
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy, with a guided tour group
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum, with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in the background in Rome, Italy
Tour guide leading a group of tourists to the entrance of the Colosseum in Rome, offering exclusive access with host
Tour guide leading a group of tourists on the Colosseum Arena Floor in Rome, offering exclusive access and a unique viewpoint of the historic landmark
Tourists exploring the historic Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a clear blue sky overhead
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks
Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy, with a guided tour group
Tour guide leading a group at the Colosseum, with Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in the background in Rome, Italy
Tour guide leading a group of tourists to the entrance of the Colosseum in Rome, offering exclusive access with host
Tour guide leading a group of tourists on the Colosseum Arena Floor in Rome, offering exclusive access and a unique viewpoint of the historic landmark
Tourists exploring the historic Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy, with a clear blue sky overhead
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks
Tourists exploring the historic Palatine Hill and Roman Forum in Rome, offering exclusive access to these iconic landmarks

Hosted Entry to Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

from
€34
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
Audio guide

Unlock fast-track access to Rome's most popular site with a host

  • Forget entry hassles and waltz through busy lines with the assistance of a host. Tour the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace.
  • Listen to stories of Rome's she-wolf at Palatine Hill and Caesar's funeral at the Roman forum with an optional multilingual audio guide.
  • Tailor your experience. Opt for a detailed guidebook, multimedia video, or virtual reality experiences for maximum historical context.
  • Upgrade to get exclusive access to the arena, where gory combats and naval battles were reenacted for entertainment.

Unlock fast-track access to Rome's most popular site with a host

  • Forget entry hassles and waltz through busy lines with the assistance of a host. Tour the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace.
  • Listen to stories of Rome's she-wolf at Palatine Hill and Caesar's funeral at the Roman forum with an optional multilingual audio guide.
  • Tailor your experience. Opt for a detailed guidebook, multimedia video, or virtual reality experiences for maximum historical context.
  • Upgrade to get exclusive access to the arena, where gory combats and naval battles were reenacted for entertainment.
  • Tip: Don't skip the Palatine museum. It's a treasure trove of artifacts and relics that bring the history of these sites to life.
  • This experience is unsuitable for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.
  • All guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry for maximum safety. Expect to stand in line.,
  • This tour won't be canceled. If there is a heavy downpour, some areas of the tour will be closed for safety reasons.
  • Guests opting for the audio guide will get download instructions from their host. Don't forget to bring your earphones!
  • Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Skip-the-Line Tickets experience.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Skip-the-Line Tickets experience.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Italy.
Colosseum exterior with tourists using virtual reality headsets, Rome, Skip-the-Line Tickets experience.

Colosseum Access with Virtual Reality Experience

from
€63.90
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
2 hr.
Audio guide

Bring history to life and elevate your access pass with a 4D experience!

  • Experience the Roman Colosseum like never before on this unique VR tour with access to the Colosseum and entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • Put on your Oculus VR glasses and tour the mysterious dungeons that lay underground before listening to the roar of the crowds and gladiators on your way to the arena.
  • Tune in to interesting commentary as your multilingual audio guide engages you through your exploration of ancient Rome.
  • After your VR tour, wander the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace. Keep an eye out for temples, ancient graffiti, and hidden passages!

Bring history to life and elevate your access pass with a 4D experience!

  • Experience the Roman Colosseum like never before on this unique VR tour with access to the Colosseum and entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • Put on your Oculus VR glasses and tour the mysterious dungeons that lay underground before listening to the roar of the crowds and gladiators on your way to the arena.
  • Tune in to interesting commentary as your multilingual audio guide engages you through your exploration of ancient Rome.
  • After your VR tour, wander the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace. Keep an eye out for temples, ancient graffiti, and hidden passages!
  • Tip: The Neronian Cryptoporticus is a hidden underground passage that connected Palatine Hill to the Colosseum, offering a glimpse into the architecture and engineering of the time.
  • Keep in mind that guests will need to collect the ticket from the local host to enter the sites.
  • This experience is unsuitable for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.
  • For maximum safety, all guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry. Expect to stand in line.,
  • Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
RomeColosseum TicketsAudio Guide Tours

The Colosseum, the world’s still-standing ancient amphitheater that saw battles, bloodshed and bravery. What were the cheers and sounds that reverberated in this colossal auditorium once upon a time? Take an audio guided tour to enjoy an immersive experience — get goosebumps as you listen to the narrator’s voice up close and personal. Your audio guide also includes background music to heighten the reality of the experience. Prepare to travel back in time to see gladiators come alive in your mind’s eye as they fight epic battles and savage beasts.

Why take an audioguided tour of the Colosseum?

Flexibility

Flexibility

With an audio guided tour, you can explore the Colosseum the way you like, without following a set agenda or route. Feel like you just want to stop and stare at a particularly noteworthy structure or remnant of the Colosseum? Hit the pause button. Didn’t hear the last sentence? Rewind to catch up on what you missed.

Multilingual options

Multilingual options

Listen to the guide in a language you’re comfortable in. Pick from English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish and Chinese options.

Two downloadable versions

Two downloadable versions

There are two versions of the audio guide which you can download: the full version (75.3 MB) that you can even listen to offline, or a condensed version (19.5 MB) that has only the main contents. The latter, though also downloadable, does not have all the features of the full version. If you want more information from the shorter version, you must use data on spot to download as you go.

Short and sweet

Short and sweet

Most clips are just 40 seconds to just under 4 minutes — so the information is bite-sized and easy to remember. Get ready to wow your friends and family with cool Colosseum facts once you finish your tour!

Read the transcript

Read the transcript

If you want to make note of interesting trivia, read the transcript of the audio guide and bookmark what you find useful. This is also useful for listeners who might find the narrator’s accent a challenge. 

Image gallery

Image gallery

Find images of the various sections of the Colosseum from different angles — see an aerial view of the amphitheater, or the various gates from which the gladiators enter the arena.

Bonus additions

Is an audio guided tour suitable for me?

Pros

Cons

Flexible, allowing you to explore at your convenience.

Offers limited potential for interaction and engagement, unlike a guided tour, for example.

Available in multiple languages like English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Chinese. 

These experiences are timed (usually 1-1.5 hours), so there is fixed start and end time to your visit.

Immersive experience enhanced by expert narration and voice modulation, keeping the listener intrigued.

You may face technical issues due to lack of connectivity, etc.

Things to know before taking a Colosseum audio guided tour

  • Unless you are booking the VR experience, your audio guided tour must be booked as an add-on. 
  • It’s advisable to download the whole audio guide so that even if connectivity is cut off inside the Colosseum, you can still listen to the commentary offline.
  • These experiences are timed, so you have only a limited window to explore the Colosseum. Make the most of your visit by hitting the top highlights first, like the arena and museum.
  • In the case of the VR experience, your Oculus headset will offer live commentary along with 3D reconstruction to bring gladiator fights and cheering audiences alive. Note that the VR experience takes place outside the monument for safety reasons.

Frequently asked questions about Colosseum audio guide tours

How much does an audio guided tour cost?

An audio guide that is purchased as an add-on is priced at €23.50. The multilingual audio guide that comes with the VR experience starts at €57.51.

Can I use my phone's audio guide app instead of renting one at the Colosseum?

Yes, the audio guide is in the form of an app that is sent out as a link to guests before the experience begins. So it will be accessed from your personal device only.

Are audio guides suitable for children?

Audio guides are suitable for children too, and they might find it a unique educational experience. The audio guide with the VR experience is sure to be an exciting and kinesthetic experience for kids.

Are audio guides available in other formats besides digital devices?

At present, audio guides are available only in the digital app form.

Are audio guides available in multiple languages?

Yes, these Colosseum audio guides come in different languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Chinese.

How long does the audio guide tour of the Colosseum last?

Timed entry tickets can be between 30 minutes to 2 hours. The VR experience with the audio guide also lasts for about 2 hours.

Can I pause or replay the audio guide commentary during my tour?

Yes, you can play, pause or rewind the commentary whenever you choose. You can also fast forward and skip clips to move on to the next one.

Can I use my own headphones with the audio guide device?

Since the digital app would be downloaded on your phone, you need to use your own earphones/headphones to access the guide.

Are audio guides recommended for visitors with limited mobility or accessibility needs?

Visitors with disabilities and limited mobility benefit from audio guided tours as they can explore the monument at their own pace and don’t have to feel pressured to keep up with a group. These tours are also a great way for people with vision impairment to explore the Colosseum.