Colosseum Small Group Experience Official Guided Tour
Overview
Save precious time with a tour of the Colosseum and look inside one of the greatest monuments of the Roman Empire. Follow in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators.
Save time waiting in ticket lines with this tour that includes Colosseum admission. An expert English-speaking guide will take you on a journey back in time, recreating the amazing history and mysteries of the largest amphitheater ever constructed in the centre of ancient Rome. On your tour, you will venture deep inside the walls of the Colosseum discovering its many secrets and gory past. You will visit the ground floor and the second level giving you a great view inside the Colosseum.
Free time to explore the additional areas at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill!
What's Included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Palatine and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours for both options
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum for all options
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Tour Guide included ONLY if it is chosen the Options Guided tours
- Option Self audio-guided tour: the duration may vary, Unlimited access to all self-guided features
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP storytelling in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanis
- Hotel pickup and drop-off/ Food and drinks/Gratuities
- Smartphones to download the app must be of the latest generation (No older than the year 2020)
- Tour Guide not included if it is chosen the audioguided tour option
- Earphones for the self Audioguidedtours
Meeting Location
Via Labicana
96, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza del Colosseo
1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
TOURS ALWAYS END IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE COLOSSEUM AND ROMAN FORUM
What To Expect
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Colosseum
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano (pass by)
Arch of Constantine (pass by)
Temple of Venus and Roma (pass by)
Palatine Hill (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
- 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.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
- Tour Guide not included if the Auodioguided tour option is chosen
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-227285P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
- Palatine and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours for both options.
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum for all options.
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Tour Guide included ONLY if it is chosen the Options Guided tours.
- Option Self audio-guided tour: the duration may vary, Unlimited access to all self-guided features.
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP storytelling in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanis.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off/ Food and drinks/Gratuities.
- Smartphones to download the app must be of the latest generation (No older than the year 2020).
- Tour Guide not included if it is chosen the audioguided tour option.
- Earphones for the self Audioguidedtours.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Colosseum Small Group Experience Official Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Colosseum Small Group Experience Official Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Palatine and Roman Forum entry tickets valid for 24 hours for both options
- Entrance to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum for all options
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Tour Guide included ONLY if it is chosen the Options Guided tours
- Option Self audio-guided tour: the duration may vary, Unlimited access to all self-guided features
- Multilingual AudioGuide APP storytelling in English, Chinese, German, French, Italian, and Spanis
- Hotel pickup and drop-off/ Food and drinks/Gratuities
- Smartphones to download the app must be of the latest generation (No older than the year 2020)
- Tour Guide not included if it is chosen the audioguided tour option
- Earphones for the self Audioguidedtours
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
- 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.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
- Tour Guide not included if the Auodioguided tour option is chosen
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
