Recently Viewed
Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide
5.0
17 Ratings
Roma
Join our express Colosseum tour with priority access. Discover gladiator secrets, epic battles, and ancient history with a top-rated guide. Book now!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Colosseum - The Colosseum was built in the 1st Century AD by the Flavian Emperors: Vespasian, Titus and Domitian. It was called the Flavian Amphitheater and acquired its nickname, ‘Colosseo’ because it stood next to a ‘colossal’ gold statue of the sun god Apollo. For centuries the Colosseum came to symbolize the power, wealth and public entertainment of the Ancient Romans. On this express tour that includes priority access tickets, you’ll learn all about the history of this incredible place. From how the gladiators trained and fought, to what they ate to stay in shape and the kind of armor they wore and weapons they used. You’ll hear about the wild beast fights and legendary staged sea battles! You’ll hear tales of emperors and slaves, vestal virgins, famous gladiators and more.
What's Included
- Express tour of the Colosseum
- Colosseum & 1st tier
- Priority access Colosseum tickets
- Expert English-speaking guide
Additional Information
With this priority access tour, you will get to head straight into the colosseum and make the most of your time inside. This express tour is designed to give you all the highlights without sacrificing any quality. You are guaranteed a professional, expert, english-speaking guide who will engage you in the history and stories surrounding these magnificent monuments.
On this express tour with priority access tickets, you’ll delve into the rich history of the Colosseum. Discover how gladiators trained, fought, and maintained their fitness, including their diet, armor, and weaponry. Learn about the wild beast fights and legendary staged sea battles. Hear captivating stories of emperors, slaves, vestal virgins, famous gladiators, and more.
- All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in the denial of entry to the site.
Location
Colosseo
Piazza del Colosseo
In front of the SOS sign outside the Colosseum Metro Station’s ground floor (street level) entrance, directly across from the Colosseum. PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has an upper and lower entrance, both with SOS signs. Please ensure you are at the bottom level.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(17 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Monica1mtw
Jul 28, 2024
Fun, informative, convenient - Our guide Alessia was wonderful. Such an informative and interesting tour. I love how ‘easy’ the process is with Liv Tours.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
694laniw
Jul 28, 2024
Such a great time! - Such an amazing tour! Our guide Alessia gave us so much information and history in a very engaging way and gave lots of opportunities for photos.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Sharonz121
Jul 23, 2024
Five stars - Sara was a wonderful guide ful of knowledge and the ability to bring the events to life. Good pace with the heat and so interesting we forgot it was hot.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Climber12193568377
Jul 23, 2024
Excellent Guide!!!! - Wonderful Guide Marzia! Super cult, archaeologist, knows everything about the Colosseum! Very cheerful, made our visit unforgettable! !
Review provided by Tripadvisor
O7918cxmatto
Jul 17, 2024
Great experience - Tons of knowledge, great experience. Learned a lot and ver nice and respectful person. Crammed a lot of information in the limited time we had
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Valeria
Jul 13, 2024
Visiting the Coliseum and other sites in Rome - Very good visit. Well organized and on time. Our guide was good and pleasant. She wantes us to have a good time! I appreciated that.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
55dilshanc
Jul 12, 2024
Great Tour! - We didn’t small group express tour (1.5 hours) and Elena was our guide. The instructions for the meeting spot was easy to find and our guide was fabulous! Elena was very knowledgeable and interactive. Highly recommend Elena and this tour!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
533varshac
Jul 11, 2024
10/10 - Elena was the best tour guide! Our family really enjoyed the tour from start to finish! 10/10 highly recommended!
Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and really provided us with so much amazing history!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
N6836hujays
Jun 28, 2024
Our Colosseum Tour - We had Marco as our tour guide. He made it very engaging and enjoyable for the whole family, communicating well with both the adults and the kids. He is a great guide and tells a fascinating story of the history of the Colosseum and Rome in general. Thanks much Marco!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Mobile60458014743
Jun 27, 2024
Fun express Colosseum tour - Our guide Ribal did a great job. He’s interactive and a fun personality. We enjoyed him as our guide for the Colosseum. We were two families with 3 teen kids and the format and timing was perfect.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
