The Colosseum opens at 9 AM everyday.
The closing schedule varies according to sunlight hours:29th Oct to 28th Feb: 4:30 PM1st to 25th Mar: 5:30 PM26th Mar to 31st Aug: 7:15 PM1st to 30th Sep: 7 PM1st to 28th Oct: 6:30 PM
Last admissions are one hour before closing time.
Standing tall for almost 2,000 years in the heart of the Eternal City, the Colosseum of Rome is a timeless monument to the ingenuity and power of the ancient Romans. Having hosted some of the most thrilling and brutal spectacles in antiquity – from gladiatorial battles and naval reenactments, to epic chariot races and brutal public executions – the Colosseum is one of the most popular tourist attractions across the world.
The massive amphitheater offers a unique glimpse of everyday life during the Roman Empire. Inside, visitors can explore the vast arena and underground areas, where gladiators lived, trained and fought. The Colosseum’s towering arches and supporting columns reflect the incredible engineering and architectural prowess of ancient Romans, while the upper levels offer breathtaking panoramic views of the city. So come, explore the Colosseum ruins and journey back in time to a world of drama and excitement.
The Colosseum is open 7 days a week and is closed on 1st January and 25th December.
Admission to the Colosseum is free to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. Tickets, however, must still be reserved and access is limited to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Imperial Fora and Palatine Hill.
Visitors may not access the Colosseum arena and underground areas, the Farnese Aviaries, the Curia Iulia, the House of Augustus, Santa Maria Antiqua, the Ramp of Domitian, Oratory of the Forty Martyrs, the Temple of Romulus, Neronian Cryptoporticus, Aula Isiaca with Loggia Mattei and the Palatine Museum.