Guided Tours

Colosseum Express Guided Tour

Name: Colosseum Express Guided Tour
Start: 2024-05-16T13:30:00
End: 2024-05-16T14:30:00
Location: Rome

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Discover the Colosseum with a knowledgeable guide, exploring every corner. Have a seamless experience, maximizing your time in Rome.

Highlights

Bypass queues and jump straight into the action on a concise yet comprehensive guided tour to the Colosseum.
Take a quick lap of the Roman icon without missing a single beat with headsets. The interesting tidbits will keep both adults and kids hooked.
Don't let language barriers blur your imagination of ancient Rome's pomp and valor. Choose the language of your comfort from 5 options.
Marvel at the ingenious system of pulleys, ramps, and trapdoors employed to transport performers and scenery seamlessly into the arena.
Fun fact: The Colosseum could seat 50,000-80,000 spectators and be emptied in 5-6 minutes, thanks to 80 numbered exits.

Inclusions

1-hour guided tour of the Colosseum
Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2
Expert English, Spanish, Italian, French or German-speaking guide
Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Exclusions

Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Access to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, or upper floors

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Spain and over 64 countries have loved this experience

Elvie

4/5

May, 2024

We booked our tickets 2 days before and we are glad we had this experience and had tickets that mostly sold out.. Our guide was knowledgeable about the history of colosseum. We understand her english. What we love about is the skip the line. Even if it's expensive it's worth it getting inside to see the 7wonders of the world colosseum . Its highly recommended this tour its not a scam

Fatmata

4/5

May, 2024

We wanted a Colosseum English tour within around a day however most were booked so as we only had 48 hours in Rome there was a spanish one avaliable so booked it instead in order to at least gain access to see the historic site inside. When we arrived for our tour the organisers were very helpful and seeing that we would have gone on the English speaking one they allowed us to join the next English speaking one for an extra €10 each. So although we paid extra they squeezed us in and we were very happy with the express tour and being able to gain access to the site. The only thing I would say as it was very busy with so many groups inside that at some times it felt a bit hectic especially as it was a hot day but nevertheless it was worth it as after the tour we were also able to access the Forum and other areas by ourselves so well worth it and I would recommend this tour. We went in Mid May which is a good time to go as can imagine it might be unbearable in the hotter summer months.

Juan

5/5

May, 2024

Very good experience, but a lot of harassment from people who are outside wanting to sell you bracelets and I was robbed without realizing it, too many pickpockets, very good guuada experience, pity for the people who go to steal from tourists, makes the experience bad.

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Claudia

4/5

May, 2024

It was a nice tour, but maybe I made the wrong choice to go express. I had already been on another opportunity with a longer extension, which is what I would have intended. But anyway, it was very good. The guide was fantastic and very nice.

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Elizabeth

4/5

May, 2024

Yes, although the meeting point was not clear because the Google maps sent us to a different place. The guide was very nice.

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Your experience

A quick stroll into the past

If you’re in a time crunch, this express tour is the best way to experience Rome’s ancient spectacle and historical playing field. After meeting your guide at the designated meeting point, head to the majestic Colosseum. There you can avoid the long queue for tickets and go straight through security to enter the world's largest amphitheater ever built.

Hidden passages and insightful facts

Believed to have been built as a gift from the ancient emperors to the Roman people, this large open-air amphitheater once served as the epicenter of entertainment. Uncover the theater's fierce past as your guide tells you stories about the famous gladiatorial games. Select your preferred guide from a diverse array of languages including English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German-speaking guides tailored to your preferences.

Learn about sections like the Hypogeum, located beneath the Colosseum, a labyrinth of tunnels and chambers where gladiators and animals were held before their battles. Did you know? The Neronian Cryptoporticus is a hidden 130-m long underground passage that once connected Palatine Hill to the Colosseum.

Know before you go

What to bring

You must carry a valid ID with you and present it at the time of entry if requested. Should you fail to do so, venue authorities may deny you entry and such instances are not liable for reschedules or refunds.
Comfy shoes are a must when visiting the Colosseum – those ancient steps can get pretty steep!

Additional information

Please note that this tour does not include access to the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum.
Express tours run on a tight schedule, so be sure to familiarize yourself with the meeting point and arrive on time.
Please note that the Colosseum will be closed on December 25 and January 1.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays.