The Colosseum & Official Audio Guide ticket costs $23 per person and covers entry to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You also get 48-hour access to a video guide app in 12 languages, a paper map with 3D reconstructions, a host at the meeting point and WhatsApp support. Most visits take 1.5 to 3 hours at your own pace. Arena floor access and a virtual reality tour are optional extras. The underground is not included, and you need your own earphones. Your entry time can move 30 minutes either way.
Book Colosseum TicketsKey facts
audio-guide- Duration
- 1.5 to 3 hours at your own pace (app access lasts 48 hours)
- Starts
- Timed entry; the listing shows the slots for your date, and the entry time can move 30 minutes either way
- Meeting point
- A host meets you next to the Colosseum; the exact spot comes with your booking
- Price
- $23 per person
- Entry ticket included
- Yes
- Languages
- English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hindi, Russian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Chinese, Korean
- Accessibility
- Pets, weapons, glass, alcohol, luggage and large bags are not allowed.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 3 days in advance for a full refund
Included
- ✓ Colosseum entry ticket — €18 ($21) value
- ✓ Presale fee (€2.44)
- ✓ Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- ✓ Video guide app for your own phone, with 48-hour access
- ✓ Narration in 12 languages
- ✓ Paper map with 3D reconstructions
- ✓ Host at the meeting point
- ✓ Online assistance via WhatsApp
- ✓ Virtual reality tour, if you select it
- ✓ Arena floor access, if you select it
Not included
- ✗ Underground (hypogeum) and the upper tier (third order)
- ✗ Live guide
- ✗ Earphones
- ✗ Entry to the Circus Maximus
Meeting point
Colosseum, Rome — recent reviewers describe the ticket desk as next to the Colosseum and easy to find
Nearest transit: Colosseo (Metro Line B)
What the ticket includes
The ticket covers entry to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. You download a video guide app to your own phone and can use it for 48 hours. You also get a paper map with 3D reconstructions of the ancient buildings. A host briefs you at the start, and WhatsApp support is there during the visit. The app also covers the Circus Maximus, which you view from outside, since the ticket does not include entry there.
Price compared with the official Standard ticket
At $23, this costs the same as the official €18 ($21) Standard ticket plus its €2 ($2.30) online reservation fee. The listing says the price covers the €18 ticket and a €2.44 presale fee, both charged in euros. What you get on top is the app, the paper map and the host. Arena floor access and a virtual reality tour cost extra.
Want a closer look? Rome: Colosseum & Official Audio Guide (Optional Arena), from $23 See timesHow the app and the check-in work
A host at the meeting point hands over the tickets and explains how to use the app and where to enter. One recent reviewer says the app finds your location and plays the matching section, and notes that the narration is AI-generated. Bring your own earphones. Your entry time can move 30 minutes earlier or later than booked, and there is still a security check at the gate.
Short on time? Rome: Colosseum & Official Audio Guide (Optional Arena), from $23 See timesWhat it leaves out
The ticket does not include the underground (hypogeum) or the upper tier, and there is no live guide. If the underground matters to you, book the Underground and Arena Floor Guided Tour instead. If you want a person answering questions, the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour costs $57.
Ready to compare prices? Rome: Colosseum & Official Audio Guide (Optional Arena), from $23 See timesWho this suits
Book this if you want a low-cost way into all three sites with narration in your own language and no fixed group. It suits visitors who want to set their own pace across the Colosseum, the Forum and Palatine Hill.
Want a closer look? Rome: Colosseum & Official Audio Guide (Optional Arena), from $23 See times| Ticket | Price | Areas | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| This ticket (partner) | $23 | Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill (+ optional arena) | Video guide app, 12 languages |
| Official Standard | €18 ($21) + €2 ($2.30) fee | Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill | No |
| Official Full Experience (Arena) | €24 ($28) + €2 ($2.30) fee | Adds the arena floor | No |
What reviewers consistently say
- All 10 of the 10 most recent reviews give 5 stars.
- 5 of 10 recent reviews praise the ticket handover and the host's explanation of the app and the entrance.
- 1 of 10 recent reviews says the time slot is tight but entry and security were quick.
- 1 of 10 recent reviews notes the app narration is AI-generated.
- 1 of 10 recent reviews says the operator gave them a new time slot after they missed their entry.
- 1 of 10 recent reviews warns that seeing all three sites in the heat is tiring.
- The listing's sub-scores are 4.0/5 for the guide and 3.9/5 for value for money.
Who should not book this
- Visitors who want a live guide
- Anyone who wants the underground (hypogeum) or the upper tier
- Visitors without a smartphone and earphones
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Rome: Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Hill Entry & Audio Guide
$25a similar app-based ticket for all three sites with a host at the meeting point, if this one is sold out for your date
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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
$574.5 9,738 reviews
a live guide and headphones for the same three sites
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How to book
Pick a date and time slot, and add the arena or virtual reality option if you want either. Bring your phone and earphones. Dollar prices on this page are converted from euros at the ECB rate on 17 September 2026; the partner charges in euros, so your card's rate decides the final amount. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need my own headphones?
Yes. Earphones are not included, so bring your own to use the app.
Does this ticket include the Colosseum underground?
No. The underground (hypogeum) and the upper tier are excluded. The arena floor is available as an option, and the underground is covered by a separate guided tour.
Which languages does the app cover?
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hindi, Russian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Chinese and Korean.
Can my entry time change?
Yes. The listing says your entry time may move up to 30 minutes before or after the time you booked.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.
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