Colosseum
Opening Hours

What are the Colosseum opening hours?

The Colosseum opens at 9 AM everyday.

The closing schedule varies according to sunlight hours:
29th Oct to 28th Feb: 4:30 PM
1st to 25th Mar: 5:30 PM
26th Mar to 31st Aug: 7:15 PM
1st to 30th Sep: 7 PM
1st to 28th Oct: 6:30 PM

Last admissions are one hour before closing time.

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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill priority entrance

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Gain priority access to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with these timed tickets. These allow you to visit the first two floors of the amphitheater at your preferred time slot and then explore the rest of the rest of the archeological park at your own pace.

Includes

  • Priority access to the Colosseum
  • Single entrance for Roman Forum & Palatine hill
  • Optional audio guide (Chinese, English, French, German, Italian and Spanish)

Best price:

€23

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About the Colosseum

Standing tall for almost 2,000 years in the heart of the Eternal City, the Colosseum of Rome is a timeless monument to the ingenuity and power of the ancient Romans. Having hosted some of the most thrilling and brutal spectacles in antiquity – from gladiatorial battles and naval reenactments, to epic chariot races and brutal public executions – the Colosseum is one of the most popular tourist attractions across the world.

The massive amphitheater offers a unique glimpse of everyday life during the Roman Empire. Inside, visitors can explore the vast arena and underground areas, where gladiators lived, trained and fought. The Colosseum’s towering arches and supporting columns reflect the incredible engineering and architectural prowess of ancient Romans, while the upper levels offer breathtaking panoramic views of the city. So come, explore the Colosseum ruins and journey back in time to a world of drama and excitement.

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