A guide who explains the Colosseum's gladiators and history in language kids actually follow.
- Free cancellationFree cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time
- DurationAbout 2.5 to 3 hours
- LanguagesEnglish
Colosseum for Kids costs €110 per person and covers the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with skip-the-line priority access and a guide who tailors the storytelling for children — gladiators, emperors and the games, told through details like the trapdoors that once launched fighters into the arena and the small cat-sized doors still visible in the walls. It's built around keeping children engaged rather than delivering the same script as an adult tour at a slower pace.
Book Colosseum TicketsKey facts
family- Duration
- About 2.5 to 3 hours
- Meeting point
- Meeting point near the Arch of Constantine, beside the Colosseum
- Price
- €110 per person
- Entry ticket included
- Yes
- Languages
- English
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time
Included
- ✓ Admission ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- ✓ Guided tour with an official guide expert in history and archaeology
- ✓ Explanations adapted for families and children
- ✓ Priority access to the archaeological sites (skip-the-line)
Not included
- ✗ Food and refreshments
- ✗ Transportation to and from the hotel
Meeting point
Piazza del Colosseo, Rome
Nearest transit: Metro Line B to Colosseo
What makes this a kids' tour rather than a regular one
The guide leads with stories rather than dates: the corridors gladiators once walked, the mechanisms that lifted animal cages into the arena, the trapdoors fighters appeared from, and centuries-old graffiti still visible on the stones. Children are shown the small doors built into the walls for the cats that live among the ruins, a detail that consistently gets a reaction from younger visitors.
What's included beyond the Colosseum
The tour continues to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where the guide covers daily life in ancient Rome — markets, togas, and the legend of Romulus and Remus — in the same accessible style, finishing with views over the Roman Forum from the hill.
Price and what it buys over the plain ticket
At €110, this costs considerably more than the €18 official Standard ticket; the premium buys a guide specifically trained to hold children's attention plus skip-the-line priority access, rather than just entry.
Who this suits
Book this for a family with children or teenagers who'd otherwise find a standard historical tour dry. For adults traveling without children, the standard Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour covers the same three sites at a lower price.
Who should not book this
- Adult-only groups — the standard guided tour covers the same three sites for less
- Visitors who want the underground or arena floor included
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Check prices & dates
Book your tickets in advance: popular time slots sell out.
How to book
Choose a date and confirm the ages of the children in your group. Meet your guide near the Arch of Constantine. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
What age range is this tour designed for?
The listing frames it for children and teenagers, with a guide who adjusts the storytelling and pace for a family audience rather than delivering a standard adult tour.
Does it include skip-the-line access?
Yes — priority access to the archaeological sites is included, alongside the guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
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