Colosseum Opening Hours
Opening Hours to visit the Colosseum
The Colosseum has the following opening and closing times:
Opening hours 08.30 - 16.30: from the last Sunday in October to 15 February
Opening hours 08.30 - 17.00: 16 February to 15 March
Opening hours 08.30 - 17.30: 16 to the last Saturday in March.
Opening hours 08.30 - 19.15: from the last Sunday in March until 31 August
Opening hours 08.30 - 19.00: 1 to 30 September
Opening hours 08.30 - 18.30: 1 to the last Saturday in October
Please note that the last entry is possible one hour before the Colosseum closes.
The Colosseum is open every day, it is closed only on 1 January and 25 December.
Why book guided tours?
Booking guided tours is a good choice for those who want to maximise their time and enjoy a more in-depth sightseeing experience. With a guided tour, an experienced guide will take you through the entire arena tour and also grant you access to the part of the Colosseum that is closed to self-guided visitors: the Colosseum's underground area. In addition, many guided tours also include priority access without queues, which saves you valuable time and you do not have to wait in line under the sun.
Why buy tickets and tours?
Buying tickets and tours in advance allows you to avoid queues and secure access on the desired dates and times. In addition, there are often special offers online or packages that include several tourist attractions. Buying tickets and tours at the arena in advance also allows you to better organise your trip and have an overview of the costs to be incurred in advance, avoiding unwelcome surprises.
How long does the visit take?
It will take at least an hour to visit the Colosseum alone, which includes time to explore the monument and take some photos and selfies. Covering other attractions such as the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill will take 3 hours. The time needed to visit these monuments also depends on the type of tour chosen. Guided tours usually take longer than visiting on your own.
An important tip for visiting the Colosseum:
- The best time to visit the Colosseum would be between November and March for a more pleasant climate and fewer tourists.
- During the day, it is recommended to visit the attraction during the early morning hours or shortly before closing time.
- Plan your visit during weekdays to avoid crowds of visitors.
Colosseum - Reduced tickets
Buy the following activities and choose the tour that meets your needs and remember to
- EU citizens between 18 and 25 years of age must show proof of identity in order to benefit from the € 2.00 reduction..
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