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Tourists exploring the historic Colosseum in Rome, Italy on a sunny day
Colosseum first floor view with ancient arches and tourists exploring the historic site in Rome, Italy.
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 ancient ruins at Palatine Hill and Roman Forum, Rome, Italy.
Tourists walking on Palatine Hill, Rome, with the Roman Forum visible in the background.
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Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Access

Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time with the flexibility to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.

  • Everything you get: Enter at your selected time and explore the seating rows where Romans once watched fierce battles. Visit the museum on Level 2, showcasing Colosseum artifacts. Then, within 24 hours, head to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to uncover ancient temples, markets, and palaces—with expert insights via audio guide.
  • Why choose this? Most tickets require you to visit all three sites in one go—this one doesn’t. Enter the Colosseum at your selected time, then explore the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill anytime within the next 24 hours. No rush!
  • Upgrades: Upgrade to access the Arena Floor, where gladiators once fought beneath roaring crowds, or explore Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.


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ElisabettaJun, 2025
4/5

The visit to the Imperial Forums was very interesting, no less so than the visit to the Colosseum ( I had already done this one cmq). The scheduled entrance turned out very well. The waiting times were short(this was also because I had booked the entrance at 9.45 am). Overall I can consider the whole thing good

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GiovanniJun, 2025
5/5

Long and interesting tour, Colosseum, Palatine and fori are a place where time stands still and despite the many tourists you can stop in the shade to imagine the 'empire and rest.

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NicolaMay, 2025
4/5

The experience was very good as far as the purchase of the tickets and audio went. The Colosseum is definitely worth a visit, but the huge crowds made the viewing experience very slow and at times unpleasant. The lines for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill were so long that we decided to not complete the tour.

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EleniMay, 2025
5/5

Our experience was very good. We had purchased Skip the Line tickets. We didn’t have any trouble with waiting times at all. It’s definitely worth getting Skip the Line tickets.

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ElizabethMay, 2025
5/5

The architecture and engineering of the Colosseum is amazing! Getting up close and seeing that this was completed centuries ago just blows your mind.

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FÉLIXMay, 2025
5/5

The tour inside and outside the colosseum is unique. It is worth every meter of the walk. Super happy with the experience.

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ErandaMay, 2025
5/5

Everything organized. We didn't wait in line. Wonderful views. Those who love history must have this experience. I will be back

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ElizabethApr, 2025
5/5

You cannot go to Rome and ignore the Colosseum. It stands big and proud and the history in there just demands to be explored. Yes it can be very busy but there's no pressure to rush round it and there are helpful lifts for people who need assistance.

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MassonApr, 2025
4/5

Very nice site with beautiful views. No queues to make with appointments booked, but the Audi iPhone option didn't work - shame. We were told it was under maintenance. Too bad there weren't more signs to indicate directions and give some indication of what we were seeing. Otherwise a very nice experience.

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ChrisApr, 2025
4/5

Amazing technological achievement on an awesome scale. The Colliseum stands out as the must see site of Rome. You need time to view the information cases and experience to arena too.

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JustineApr, 2025
4/5

Palatine Hill was really impressive, but you should plan much more time than indicated, especially if you have an audio guide

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AnkeApr, 2025
4/5

Everything worked really well, the audio guide was also very informative and the children enjoyed it too. Unfortunately, everything was completely overcrowded, but you have to live with that

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ALBERTApr, 2025
5/5

Strolling through the land of Marcus Aurelius and the great artists of the millennial and eternal city is indeskriptible ouuu yeahhh!!!🤘🏿🕺🏻💚⚔️🔥🏟

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JoseApr, 2025
4/5

I bought the tickets for the Colosseum which included a visit to the Palatine and the Roman Forum, everything was great, I bought two tickets on different days and the first one arrived immediately but the second one arrived 1 hour later, I had to wait but it was worth it.

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MsJun, 2025
5/5

Seeing the imperial box and the beautiful exterior.

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simoneJun, 2025
5/5

We really enjoyed being able to divide this map into 2 days 1 day Forum.and other day Colosseum. Very flexible! Thanks

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RousselJun, 2025
5/5

A place full of history. Impressive architecture.

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JoyceJun, 2025
5/5

Visiting inside the colosseum was amazing.

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JustynaJun, 2025
5/5

Everything's wonderful

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ChristopherJun, 2025
5/5

The place is amazing and has so much history. I'm glad I visited it as may never return.

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PaulJun, 2025
5/5

Colosseum was just amazing ,something I always wanted to do ..every person should get to see it 🏟️

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LuisJun, 2025
5/5

Everything excellent and great, tickets without problems

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VladescuJun, 2025
5/5

The buling itself was spectaculos

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MaríaJun, 2025
5/5

Excellent experience! Graciaaaaaaaas 💕

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NORMAJun, 2025
5/5

Great, all very well organized and good attention to everything! Thanks

Reserved entry to the Colosseum at your selected time with the flexibility to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.

  • Everything you get: Enter at your selected time and explore the seating rows where Romans once watched fierce battles. Visit the museum on Level 2, showcasing Colosseum artifacts. Then, within 24 hours, head to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to uncover ancient temples, markets, and palaces—with expert insights via audio guide.
  • Why choose this? Most tickets require you to visit all three sites in one go—this one doesn’t. Enter the Colosseum at your selected time, then explore the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill anytime within the next 24 hours. No rush!
  • Upgrades: Upgrade to access the Arena Floor, where gladiators once fought beneath roaring crowds, or explore Mamertine Prison, where history’s most infamous prisoners were held.

Inclusions

  • Timed entry to the Colosseum

  • Access tier 1 & 2 and Museum

  • Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

  • Special access to the Colosseum Arena (as per option selected)

  • Hosted entry with audio guide (as per option selected)

  • Headsets

Exclusions

  • Live guide
  • Access to the Colosseum underground or upper floors
  • 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.
  • Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature. 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.

From happy customers

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fanny JEZEQUEL
FR

Fanny

France
Jun 2025
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Many thanks to our guide Said for this fascinating tour of the Colosseum, the Palatine and the Roman Forum! Thanks to him, history really came to life, even for our 13 and 17 year olds, whom he managed to put on stage! Clear explanations, lively anecdotes and well-judged humor: a real family pleasure. An enriching, fast-paced visit, conducted with passion and kindness. We highly recommend Said, who even recommended a good restaurant at our request!
Cesar Britez
AR

Cesar

Argentina
Jun 2025
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The tour guided by SUSANA, was EXCELLENT, for her dedication, her clear answers and with historical value. The whole tour was wonderful despite all the tourists who attended that day (something normal) but I highlight the work of Susana in that all the group observed every detail with valuable information. THANK YOU SUSANA. (group colosseum, palatine and roman forum of 9/6/25 at 11hs.
Eliphaz Mpanoyimana
IT

Eliphaz

Italy
Jun 2025
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The guide, Said, was engaging and very professional. She went well beyond the time of the visit as she understood that we were involved and interested in her explanations. The booking site worked well and the directions to the appointment were also clear and thorough. I will certainly have more experiences with you. Recommended!
DAREN WICKING
GB

Daren

United Kingdom
Jun 2025
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Seeing the Colosseum for the first time was a wow moment. But getting inside was just amazing and with the full experience of being taken around by our knowledgeable tour guide from Inside Out Italy made it quite special. The highlight was of course seeing the whole of the Colosseum from the arena floor but we also got taken up and round different floors and seeing it from different angles. Then after the Colosseum you're taken across to the Roman Hill and Paletine. So all in all it was what I would call a thorough tour the only bit we didn't see up close was the underground part of the Colosseum but you get to see the central underground section from the arena floor anyway. Well worth doing.
Lisette Russariz
MX

Lisette

Mexico
May 2025
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The highlight of my visit was our guide Bruno was the best, he is an archaeologist and explained very clearly. Fantastic
Giovanni Sciuto
IT

Giovanni

Italy
Jun 2025
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Long and interesting tour, Colosseum, Palatine and fori are a place where time stands still and despite the many tourists you can stop in the shade to imagine the 'empire and rest.
Nicola Reynolds
US

Nicola

United States
May 2025
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The experience was very good as far as the purchase of the tickets and audio went. The Colosseum is definitely worth a visit, but the huge crowds made the viewing experience very slow and at times unpleasant. The lines for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill were so long that we decided to not complete the tour.
Julia Belcher

Julia

May 2025
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Honestly, bypassing the chaos. We saved so much time and our tour guide was wonderful. Highly recommend. Bonus: The tickets include entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. So we enjoyed that after taking a break for lunch.

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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

Bonus additions

Audio guided tours of the ​Roman Forum and ​Palatine Hill are also included in this digital audio guide. You can discover the stories behind their structure, key monuments and more through the guide.

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Is an audio guided tour suitable for me?

Pros

  • Flexible, allowing you to explore at your convenience.
  • Available in multiple languages like English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Chinese. 
  • Immersive experience enhanced by expert narration and voice modulation, keeping the listener intrigued.

Cons

  • Offers limited potential for interaction and engagement, unlike a guided tour, for example.
  • These experiences are timed (usually 1-1.5 hours), so there is fixed start and end time to your visit.
  • 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.

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