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Colosseum express with Arena option

Rome, Italy
  • 1 to 3 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The Colosseum is one of Rome’s most popular tourist sights. For travelers who don’t have much time in the city, an express tour means you can still squeeze in the chance to experience the ancient ruins before leaving Rome. Learn about the towering amphitheatre’s construction, and if you have time, choose to head out onto the arena floor to see up close where gladiators once fought.
  • Your guide will point out the best spots for photos of the arena
  • Go beyond the guidebooks and learn facts about the Colosseum you might’ve missed
  • Includes access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at Via di S. Gregorio
  • The chance to explore the ruins of ancient palaces and temples

What's Included

  • guided service
  • local and expert guide speaking your language
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Via della Polveriera, 13, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

      You will meet your coordinator at the meeting point. Your coordinator is wearing a purple uniform.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    Via della Polveriera, 13, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

    Itinerary

    1

    Colosseum

    1 hour Admission Ticket Included

    2

    Palatine Hill

    1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once. This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors
    • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
    • It’s required to show at the entrance an identity document for participants under 18 years old
    • It's required to be at the meeting point 30 minutes prior the scheduled start time
    • It is confirmed the prohibition of bringing bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley.
    • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
    • Inform us if between the visitors there is Euro Citizens with ID (Age 18-25).
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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