Rome Colosseum & Catacombs Skip the Line Tour
See Rome’s most remarkable wonders - above and below ground
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Length5 hours
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Prices from$183 USD
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Overview
This guided skip the line tour of Rome’s remarkable architectural and archeological wonders is your one-stop-shop for ticking several top attractions off your sightseeing itinerary!
Avoid the burden of long waits in snaking queues with skip the line access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, and enjoy efficient entry to the enchanting Roman Catacombs. You’ll also treasure visits to Constantine’s Arch, Via Appia Antica, the Circus Maximus, and the Terme di Caracalla.
As a bonus, you won’t get tired feet traipsing between these attractions - a private minivan will make easy work of the itinerary for you!
The icon of the Italian capital is undoubtedly the Colosseum, the extraordinary elliptical amphitheater right in the center of Rome. Renowned for being the largest ancient amphitheater ever built, the Colosseum is also the world’s largest still-standing amphitheater. Founded nearly 2,000 years ago in AD 70-80, the Colosseum cannot fail to inspire a sense of awe, wonder, and fascination in all those who encounter its enchanting exterior.
On this guided skip the line tour, you’ll glide past the extensive queues to gain efficient entry into the amphitheater, where you’ll be able to climb around the remains of a remarkable arena that once seated up to 50,000 spectators!
Imagine the roar of the blood-thirsty crowds as they watched ferocious hand-to-hand battles between gladiators dressed in glinting armor, terrifying struggles between men and wild beasts, and even the majestic spectacle of mock naval battles. This was a showground for extreme events that aided the Roman Empire’s reputation as a grand but ruthless power.
Having been captivated by the Colosseum, you’ll follow your guide to the neighboring Roman Forum, the site of several significant governmental structures that now stand in spectacular ruins. You’ll skip the line here too, as well as at Palatine Hill, the centermost of Rome’s seven hills, which has been referred to as ‘the first nucleus of the Roman Empire’.
Atop Palatine Hill, you’ll peer out over several sensational ancient structures, including the Temple of Cybele and Palace of Domitian. From here, you’ll venture on to discover the astounding Via Appia Antica and spectacular Circus Maximus, as well as the triumphant Terme di Caracalla.
The second section of your extraspecial skip the line tour is an awe-inspiring adventure in the ancient Roman Catacombs. Dating back to the fifth century, these ancient burial grounds are imbued with an eerily beautiful atmosphere owing to the mesmerizing examples of early Christian art that decorate the echoing walls, including ancient frescoes and sculptures. You’re sure to find your venture into the dark chambers of death a spine-tingling way to top off your tour!
Highlights
- Colosseum (skip the line)
- Constantine’s Arch
- Roman Forum (skip the line)
- Palatine Hill (skip the line)
- Via Appia Antica
- Circus Maximus
- Terme di Caracalla
- Catacombs of Callixtus (entrance included)
What’s Included
- Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill small group guided tour
- Underground Catacombs small Group Guided tour
- Transfer (Round Trip) to the Catacombs by minivan
- Skip the line tickets Colosseum, Roman forum and Palatine hill
- Admission tickets to the Catacombs
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Dates & Pricing
Dates
Days Start Finish Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 9:30 am ~2:30 pm Please arrive for the tour 20 minutes before departure time.
Pricing
Rate USD Adult $183 Child $150.73 Infant $0 -
Extra Info
Meeting place and directions
"Oppio Caffe" on Via Delle Terme di Tito on the corner of Via Nicola Salvi
Cancellation policy
Bookings are non-refundable, and all sales are final.
Health and safety policy
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Not stroller accessible.
- Infants must not sit on laps.
- Infant seats unavailable.
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Discount for children is applied only with a valid ID card!
- Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcoholic beverages and aerosols, large backpacks, camping sets, bulky bags and luggage / trolley.
- Medium and small size backpacks can be taken inside the Colosseum, which will be X-ray checked, or opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the entrance inspection.
- Activity not recommended for travelers with walking impairment.
- In the Catacombs, temperature is about 60°F and the moisture content is high; please dress appropriately.
- It is forbidden to touch the exhibits along the visit path.
- You are not allowed to eat inside the monuments! You can carry a water bottle.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- For any communication, the staff has no responsibility in case of wrong or inactive phone number. Any change (date and/or time) must be notified and confirmed to have insurance coverage.
- The Colosseum management does not distribute individual tickets. One group ticket will be used for the whole group. We do not have individual tickets to give to late arrivals.
- PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Due to a strict entrance time, there is a mandatory meeting time of 20 minutes before the tour starting time for the COLOSSEUM TOUR (starting time 9.30 or 11:00 - according to your booking), and 15 minutes before the CATACOMBS TOUR (starting time 3:00pm). Our staff will have entry tickets at the meeting point, all you have to do is show your voucher to the staff. BRING YOUR ID!! Be aware that late arrivals cannot join the tour and won't be entitled to get a refund as per the standard procedure.
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