Full description
Discover the Colosseum as a family with a tour specially designed for children. Accompanied by a specialized guide, young visitors will learn about gladiators, emperors and life in Ancient Rome through games, interactive activities and age-appropriate storytelling, turning history into a fun and educational experience.
Discover the history of Ancient Rome in a fun and interactive way with this experience specially designed for children and families at the Colosseum.
Accompanied by a guide specialising in children's activities, participants will explore one of the world's most iconic monuments while discovering the secrets of gladiators, emperors and everyday life in Imperial Rome.
Through engaging storytelling, questions, games and interactive activities, children will learn about the history of the Colosseum in an entertaining way adapted to their age. During the tour, they will discover the story of the Flavian Amphitheatre, from its construction to its inauguration in AD 80, when one hundred days of spectacular shows and gladiatorial contests were held to celebrate the opening of the monument.
The guide will bring history to life through the story of Flavius Attilius, a legendary gladiator whose tale will help participants better understand the fascinating world of Roman spectacles. In addition to gladiatorial combats, they will discover how the Colosseum also hosted exotic animals and extraordinary performances that amazed thousands of spectators.
From the very beginning of the tour, children will actively participate through games and interactive quizzes, transforming learning into a fun and memorable experience for the whole family.
An ideal activity for families wishing to discover the Colosseum and the history of Ancient Rome in an educational, entertaining and child-friendly way.
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Additional information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● Please read the information below carefully to avoid delays at the Colosseum
● The Colosseum is one of the most popular tourist destinations and, on occasion, delays may occur due to increased security measures or unexpectedly high visitor numbers during holidays and celebrations. As always, your guide will do their best to minimize delays and facilitate access as quickly as possible
● Colosseum tickets are nominative and non-transferable. The first and last name entered in the booking must exactly match the document presented on the day of the visit (ID card or passport). In case of discrepancy, access may be denied by the monument and the booking cancelled without refund
● All passengers must present valid documentation on the day of the tour
● It is mandatory to correctly complete the details of all passengers: full first name(s) and surname(s), date of birth, and nationality. The details entered in the booking cannot be edited; name or data changes are not allowed once the booking is closed. A cancellation and new booking will be required, subject to availability
● The date of birth is necessary to correctly identify adult, child, and infant categories. Nationality is especially required for special fares for European Union citizens aged between 18 and 25, when applicable
● All passengers, including children and infants (even if traveling free of charge), must be included in the booking and present valid documentation on the day of the visit. Children must always be accompanied by at least one adult
● Access to the Colosseum is subject to mandatory security checks with metal detectors. Although groups have access through a dedicated line, waiting times may vary depending on the season and visitor numbers
● Passengers with pacemakers must present a certificate to avoid going through the security screening
● For security reasons, drones, large backpacks, suitcases or wheeled luggage, sharp objects, weapons, glass bottles, alcoholic beverages, aerosols, and trekking poles are not allowed. Only small bags or backpacks are permitted. The Colosseum does not provide cloakroom or luggage storage services
● The itinerary and tour route may be modified according to daily operations or monument regulations
● Important: official tickets are not issued at the time of booking and depend directly on the availability and allocation of the Colosseum. For this reason, the monument may modify entry times, access points, or routes when issuing the tickets. If it is not possible to confirm the visit on the selected date or time, an available alternative will be offered
● Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear. The tour will operate regardless of weather conditions
Inclusions
✔ Professional guide specialised in children's activities
✔ Guided visit inside the Colosseum
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before service
Cancellation with less time or no show, no refunds are made
Meeting point
Corner of Via delle Terme di Tito and VIia Nicola Salvi, inside the park Parco di Colle Oppio