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Colosseum and Ancient Rome Access with Optional Arena Upgrade

Rome, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover three sites at the heart of ancient Rome—the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill—with a downloadable audio guide app. This self-guided tour lets you take breaks if you wish, with an immersive narrative that vividly describes the gladiator fights and sea battles that took place.
  • Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at a pace that suits you
  • Hear vivid tales of ancient Rome—without the expense of a live guide
  • Learn more than you otherwise would thanks to a handy audio guide
  • Check off three historic sites without having to juggle separate reservations

What's Included

  • Access to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
  • Access to Colosseum's Arena (if option selected)
  • Assistance at the meeting point
  • Audio Guide (downloadable mobile app)
  • 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)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Phone device
  • Headphones
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Live Guide

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

  • Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Rome Italy

Ticket Redemption Point

Via della Polveriera, 13, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

1

Colosseum

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

2

Roman Forum

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Palatine Hill

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Full names are required for all Colosseum bookings. Please make sure they are entered correctly at checkout to ensure smooth entry.
  • Each participant must present a valid photo ID. Entry may be denied if the name does not match the booking.
  • Security screening is mandatory for all visitors. During peak seasons, wait times may be longer.
  • Please bring your own headphones, as they are not provided with the audio guide.
  • Make sure your mobile device has at least 300 MB of free storage available to download the audio guide app.
  • We strongly recommend arriving with your phone fully charged to enjoy uninterrupted access to the app.
  • Your timed entry slot applies to the Colosseum only. The Roman Forum and Palatine Hill can be visited within 24 hours of your Colosseum entry time.

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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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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