Exploring the grandeur of the Colosseum has never been easier for families with kids. This skip-the-line tour offers an engaging and educational experience, led by qualified experts who know how to captivate young minds. With interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary, the 2-hour private tour ensures the entire family is enthralled from start to finish. Accessible by public transport and stroller-friendly, this stress-free adventure promises to transport you back in time, revealing the fascinating history that lies within the iconic ancient structure. Discover why this tour is a must for any family visiting Rome.
Key Points

- Offers a private 2-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with skip-the-line access, catering to the needs and interests of the entire family.
- Includes interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary from a qualified archaeologist or art-historian to engage kids during the tour.
- Provides wheelchair and stroller accessibility, making it suitable for families with mobility needs.
- Conveniently located near the Colosseum metro station and accessible via public transportation, ensuring a stress-free experience.
- Allows families to explore the Colosseum together, creating an enjoyable and educational experience.
Tour Details

The ‘Skip the Line Colosseum Tour for Kids and Families’ provides a 2-hour private family tour of Rome’s Colosseum, offering skip-the-line entrance and interactive activities to engage kids with age-appropriate commentary from a qualified archaeologist or art-historian guide.
The tour is wheelchair accessible, allowing easy access for all visitors.
With the guidance of these knowledgeable experts, families can explore the iconic Colosseum and learn about its rich history in an engaging and enjoyable way.
Whether you have young children or older kids, this tour is designed to cater to the needs and interests of the entire family, ensuring an unforgettable experience at one of Rome’s most renowned landmarks.
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What’s Included
Included in the ‘Skip the Line Colosseum Tour for Kids and Families’ are a local guide and admission tickets, with adults paying 25 euro and kids under 18 paying 5 euro. The tour includes an interactive, age-appropriate commentary from the guide, who is either a qualified archaeologist or art-historian. This ensures that both children and adults will find the tour engaging and informative.
| What’s Included | Description |
|---|---|
| Local Guide | Qualified archaeologist or art-historian |
| Admission Tickets | Adults: 25 euro, Kids under 18: 5 euro |
| Interactive Commentary | Age-appropriate to engage children |
The tour provides a unique opportunity for families to explore the Colosseum together, with a focus on making the experience enjoyable and educational for all.
Meeting Point

At the Piazza del Colosseo, in Rome, visitors can meet up with their guide just outside the Colosseum metro station, by the newsstand, 10 minutes before the tour begins.
This convenient meeting point ensures that the group can gather efficiently and embark on their 2-hour private family tour of the iconic Colosseum.
Once everyone has arrived, the qualified archaeologist or art-historian guide will lead the way, bypassing the long lines and providing interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary to engage the kids throughout the experience.
With the Colosseum being wheelchair accessible and stroller friendly, this tour caters to families of all ages and mobility levels, making it an ideal way to explore one of Rome’s most famous landmarks.
Additional Information

Notably, the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, though the Colosseum itself is. Strollers are permitted, and service animals are allowed.
Located near public transportation, the tour is suitable for all ages, with a particular focus on children aged 6 and above.
While admission tickets aren’t included in the tour price, they must be purchased separately – 25 euros for adults and 5 euros for kids under 18.
The tour operates in all weather conditions, and at least one child is required to book.
Certain dates may see the tour becoming unavailable.
Accessibility

The Colosseum tour offers accessibility features, as it is wheelchair accessible and permits the use of strollers. Service animals are also allowed on the tour. The tour’s accessibility is further enhanced by its proximity to public transportation, making it easy for families to reach the meeting point. To ensure a comfortable experience, the tour is suitable for all ages, with content tailored for children aged 6 and above.
| Accessibility Features | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelchair Accessible | Stroller Accessible | Service Animals Allowed | Near Public Transportation | Suitable for Ages 6+ |
This comprehensive accessibility ensures that the Colosseum tour can be enjoyed by visitors of all abilities, allowing families to fully enjoy the rich history and culture of this iconic landmark.
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Transportation

The Colosseum tour’s meeting point is conveniently located just 10 minutes from the Colosseum metro station, making it easily accessible via public transportation.
Visitors can simply take the metro and get off at the Colosseum stop. The tour’s meeting point is right outside the metro station, at the newsstand, so it’s hard to miss.
This proximity to public transit is great for families, as it saves them the hassle of finding parking or navigating the city’s traffic.
The Colosseum itself is also near public transportation, so the entire experience is seamless and stress-free.
With the tour’s skip-the-line access, families can maximize their time exploring the iconic landmark.
Age Suitability

The Colosseum tour is suitable for all ages, but it’s best suited for children aged 6 and up. The interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary provided by the qualified guides help engage and educate kids throughout the 2-hour tour.
Families with younger children can also enjoy the experience, as the tour is stroller-accessible and wheelchair-friendly.
The tour is:
- Engaging for kids with interactive activities
- Informative with age-appropriate commentary
- Accessible for families with strollers and wheelchairs
- Suitable for all ages, with a recommended minimum age of 6
Booking Requirements

To book the Colosseum tour for kids and families, visitors need to meet a few requirements. The tour requires a minimum of 1 child to be included in the booking, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Plus, the tour operates in all weather conditions, so it’s available year-round, though not on certain dates.
| Booking Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum 1 child | Children must be accompanied by an adult | Tour operates year-round |
| Not available on certain dates |
The tour provides skip-the-line entrance to the Colosseum and is guided by qualified archaeologists or art-historians, who engage kids with interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can We Take Photos During the Tour?
Yes, visitors are generally allowed to take photos during Colosseum tours. However, they should avoid using flash and respect any photography restrictions that may be in place to preserve the site.
Is There Food and Drink Available at the Colosseum?
The Colosseum does have food and drink available on-site, including cafes and snack bars. Visitors can purchase refreshments during their visit to the historic site. However, the tour details do not mention any included food or drink.
How Long Is the Wait Time to Enter the Colosseum?
The wait time to enter the Colosseum can vary significantly, from as little as 30 minutes to over 2 hours during peak tourist season. Purchasing skip-the-line tickets is highly recommended to avoid long queues.
Can We Explore the Colosseum on Our Own After the Tour?
Yes, visitors can explore the Colosseum on their own after the tour. The tour provides skip-the-line access, but doesn’t restrict guests from staying longer to further explore the ancient site at their own pace.
Are Audio Guides Available for the Colosseum Tour?
Audio guides are typically available for visitors to the Colosseum. However, the ‘Skip the Line Colosseum Tour for Kids and Families’ includes a local guide who provides interactive, age-appropriate commentary during the tour, so audio guides may not be necessary.
Recap
The 2-hour private family tour of Rome’s Colosseum provides an engaging and educational experience for kids and families.
With skip-the-line access, the tour is guided by qualified experts who offer interactive activities and age-appropriate commentary to capture everyone’s interest.
The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and the convenient meeting point near the Colosseum metro station makes it easily accessible via public transportation, ensuring a stress-free visit for families.
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