About Colosseo (The Colosseum)

Considered one of the world's most renowned and iconic monuments in the world, the Colosseum has withstood the ravages of time to establish its status as Italy's most famed structure. Its enormous amphitheatre is truly an architectural marvel, once boasting a capacity of over 65,000 seats. This incredible structure and symbol of Imperial Rome at the height of its power which is over two thousand years old was built in the center of the city Rome and is still considered the symbol of the Eternal City. Aside from being famous for entertainment and gladiators, this great structure is also a site of deep historical Christian importance. Despite damage over millennia and earthquakes, it still stands, truly deserving of its title as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Must See

  • A walk through the amphitheatre of the Colosseum
  • Underground arena
  • Night tours of the Colosseum, such as 'The Moon Over Colosseum' tours are preferred.

How to reach

Rome’s subway consists of two lines:

Metropolitana Linea A and Metropolitana Linea B. Landmarks like Colosseum and the Vatican have a stop.

The tickets are available with the below options:

  • Single - use metro ticket (Validity: 75 minutes; €1)
  • BIG – Integrated daily ticket (Validity: 24 hours; €4)
  • BTI – Integrated Tourist Ticket (Validity: 3 days; €11)
  • CIS – Integrated Weekly Ticket (Validity: 7 days; €16)

Metro tickets also work on other forms of public transport such as buses and trams, which makes it more convenient for you.

Tips

  • Due to security reasons, visitors are not allowed to bring backpacks.
  • Medium and small sized backpacks are allowed which are screened by metal detectors.  
  • Visitors are allowed to access the site 30 minutes before theor reservation.
  • Pets are not allowed.

Visit Time

Last Sunday of October to February 15th 
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

From February 16th to March 15th
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

From March 16th to March 24th
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Last Sunday of March to August 31st 
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.

From September 1st to September 30th 
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Last Saturday of October
Monday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
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Waiting Time

15 minutes to 1 hour

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

 

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 11.21°C

 

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