Vatican Museums, Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine

About this activity

  • money-transfer-coin-arrow_15355109 Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund
  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    2.5 - 6 hours
  • queue-alt_15044408 Skip the ticket line

    1
  • family_12442251 Small group

    Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

  • Explore a stunning collection of cultural and religious artifacts
  • Discover the Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Rooms, and Michelangelo's famous frescoes
  • Learn about the Renaissance's influence on the Roman Catholic Church
  • Access the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill with a guide
  • Gaze upon Michelangelo's fresco, The Last Judgment, in the Sistine Chapel

Your experience

Immediately upon arriving at the Vatican Museums, join the ticket holders' line.

This will allow you to bypass a queue that could otherwise take up to two hours.

Once inside, you may wander at your leisure through what is arguably the world's most extraordinary collection of cultural, artistic, and religious artifacts.

Among these are the Sistine Chapel; Gallery of Maps; Cabinet of Masks; Collection of Modern and Contemporary Art; Raphael Rooms—and Michelangelo's glorious frescoes including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement.

Leave the museum knowing how the Renaissance shaped more use about the Roman Catholic Church and revealing some of Vatican City's best-kept secrets.

Enjoy exclusive priority access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

A free electronic or printed guidebook will be at your disposal for a detailed account of centuries of Roman history.

Fast-track entry tickets will help you skip the long queue at the ticket counter.

Some more off-the-beaten-path tips: Check out the breathtaking panoramic views from Palatine Hill (one of Rome's oldest areas) and explore the ruins governmental structures housed in the Roman Forum.

You see, it is over 1,900 years since they built this colossal stadium with so many horrific events taking place within its walls.

This legacy of grimness was almost always put to use, with members of the emperor's household and other Romans seated to witness even more grisly gladiatorial combats here.

It is not only known as withamphitheater largest ka ng mundo pero isa rin ito sa pitong kababalaghan ng mundo.

What's Included
  • Ticket Options:
  • 1. Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Entry Ticket
  • 2. Combo Ticket (if selected): Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel plus Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Please note that the Sistine Chapel will be closed from 28 April due to the Conclave. During this period, we can offer you Pantheon tickets as an alternative. If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to contact us.)
What's Excluded
  • No tour guide
  • No audio guide
  • No arena
  • No underground
  • No attic

To Remember

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Student card
  • Passport or ID card for children
  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts
  • Flash photography
  • Backpacks

Know before you go

  • During the peak season, even the lines for ticket holders may experience significant delays. Visitors purchasing tickets on-site should expect to wait at least two hours.
  • Tickets are usually sent the day prior to your visit, with occasional same-day delivery.
  • Booking Requirements: first/last names) of all participants in English and dates of birth.
  • Visit Options:
  • - Option 1: Colosseum Only (2.5-3 hours). Visit must begin at your reserved entry time. Includes:
  • ✓ Colosseum
  • ✓ Roman Forum
  • ✓ Palatine Hill
  • Note: Colosseum entry is timed (75-minute visit)
  • Roman Forum/Palatine access valid within 24 hours before or after the booking time at the Colosseum
  • - Option 2: Combo ticket (Select any slot; we'll confirm your preferred time after booking). Includes
  • ✓ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (Please be aware that the Vatican Museums reserve the right to close an exhibition area without any obligation to provide a refund):
  • ✓ Colosseum & Roman Forum/Palatine