Colosseum walking tour : Exterior visit + Colosseum ticket option
At a glance
Colosseum walking tour : Exterior visit + Colosseum ticket option is a 1h 40m small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Walk In Rome Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $28.63 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Audio Headsets, Guided Tour, Local Recommendations.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 16 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 40m
- Group
- Small group, up to 16 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the Colosseum from the outside on a fast, engaging 45-minute guided walking tour designed for everyone. Although the experience takes place entirely outside the monument and does not include entry, your guide will make you fall in love with the Colosseum and bring the history of Ancient Rome to life.
During the tour, you’ll discover the Colosseum Square, the Arch of Constantine, and the fascinating stories of gladiators, emperors, battles, and Roman life. Your guide will share clear explanations, interesting anecdotes, and essential historical facts in an entertaining and easy-to-understand way.
This tour is perfect for those who want to learn, travelers with limited time, families, first-time visitors, or anyone who prefers not to spend a long time inside the monument. At the end, if you don’t have a ticket and wish to visit the Colosseum, your guide can show you how to purchase the official €18 ticket directly at the official desk.
What's included
What's included
- Audio Headsets
- Guided Tour
- Local Recommendations
Not included
- ticket to access the "archaeological park of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill"
- Any entrance fees to other attractions or museums not specified in the tour are not covered.
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 20m
The tour begins at Trajan’s Column, where we will admire from the outside the impressive monuments of Emperor Trajan, including Trajan’s Market, before walking along Via dei Fori Imperiali.
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Stop 2 · 20m
The second stop is overlooking the Roman Forum, where you’ll enjoy a stunning view of ancient Rome from above. This was the heart of daily life in the Roman Empire, filled with public buildings, basilicas, and homes.
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Stop 3 · 30m
The third stop is the Monti district, one of Rome’s oldest neighborhoods, still lived in by locals. Here, you’ll experience the true atmosphere of old Rome.
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Stop 4 · 30m
The final and most anticipated stop is the Colosseum. After discovering the history of this iconic monument, your guide will provide instructions on how to purchase tickets for the Colosseum and the Roman Forum archaeological area. Tickets must be purchased independently by participants, and availability is limited due to daily capacity restrictions. For this reason, we cannot guarantee 100% ticket availability.
Meeting point
We will meet at the exit of metro b Colosseo (ground level), next to the green kiosk there will be a member of our staff waiting for you with a sign "walk in rome Tours"
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Colosseum walking tour : Exterior visit + Colosseum ticket option take?
The experience lasts about 1h 40m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $28.63 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Audio Headsets; Guided Tour; Local Recommendations.
Where does it start?
We will meet at the exit of metro b Colosseo (ground level), next to the green kiosk there will be a member of our staff waiting for you with a sign "walk in rome Tours"
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
