Colosseum

Tour of the Historic Colosseum

Take a glimpse inside one of the most iconic landmarks in Rome, the historic Colosseum, together with a professional local guide. Make use of your skip-the-line ticket to the amphitheater and learn numerous remarkable facts about the site during an engaging tour.

Did you know that at the time it was built, the Colosseum was the largest structure of its kind? Designed as an arena for holding Roman gladiator fights, the site could fit over 70,000 spectators! However, the viewers did not sit in random order, as social status and wealth determined the location of their seat. The wealthier were usually seated closer to the action.

Make sure not to bring too many belongings with you, as large bags are not allowed inside the Colosseum. Smaller bags have to be screened by metal detectors for safety reasons.