What do I need to show to access the Colosseum?
When entering the Colosseum, you must show your ticket and a valid ID. Those receiving free admission must also show proof of eligibility.Are children entitled to free admission?
Yes, admission to the Colosseum is free for all children under 18.Is online reservation required for children?
Yes, all those receiving free admission must book online.Are disabled people entitled to discounted prices?
Disabled people and a companion can access to the Colosseum for free and tickets (free) can be obtained at the box offices on site (see map).I turned 25 last month. Can I get a reduced ticket?
No, the reduced ticket is for European citizens aged 18 and up to the day of their 25th birthday.Can tickets be bought at the ticket offices on site ?
Yes, every day, at the main ticket office (in front of the Colosseum), tickets can be bought (not for groups) until the end of availability (for this we suggest to go there on the early morning).The ticket office is open every day from 9.00 to 18.15.
Is it possible to enter the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill before entering the Colosseum?
Yes, the Roman Forum / Palatine Hill can be entered at any time during the day of the reservation or in the 24 hours following entry to the Colosseum. However, we advise you to adjust with the times because the visit to the Roman Forum / Palatine Hill takes at least 2.5 hours and entry to the Colosseum is only possible at the time chosen when booking.I have an ICOM Card and would like to visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. How do I purchase a ticket?
Entrance to the Colosseum is free for ICOM members, and as with all those entitled to free admission, it is necessary to book online.Is it true that admission to the Colosseum is free on the first Sunday of the month?
YesHow can I book access to the Colosseum for the first Sunday of the month?
For the first Sunday of the month (and on other days with free admission) it is not possible to book admission but you must collect the (free) ticket at the main ticket office , on the day of the visit (we recommend going early because the queue is usually very long)Is it possible to visit the arena and the underground of the Colosseum on the first Sunday of the month?
No, on the first Sunday of the month and on other days with free admission the arena and the underground of the Colosseum are closed to the public for safety reasons.How long before the Colosseum entrance should I arrive?
We recommend arriving at the Colosseum entrance at least 15 minutes before your booked entry time.How long can I stay inside the Colosseum?
The maximum time you can stay inside the Colosseum is 75 minutes with a standard ticket and 90 minutes with a Full Experience ticket.For the archaeological area of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, however, there are no time limits.





