History & Old Rome · Ancient Rome
Colosseum
Colosseo
The Colosseum’s surviving arches make the scale of Rome’s ancient amphitheatre visible from outside. Inside, the arena and circulation spaces reveal a building made for large crowds. Different tickets cover different areas; choose the visit you want and follow the booked entrance instructions.
Download the free guideEnglish · 2 pages · Color + monochrome
Take a look inside
Before you go
- Find it
- Piazza del Colosseo, Rome
- Visiting hours
- Seasonal opening schedule. A timed Colosseum reservation is required; check the last-entry time for your visit.
- Admission & costs
- Admission is ticketed; ticket types cover different areas. Check the official inclusions and eligibility rules.
Hours and admission may change. Check the official site before setting out.
Getting there
- On arrivalGo to the entrance specified on your ticket and carry the required identification; allow time for security.
A little time. A closer look.
The Colosseum’s surviving arches make the scale of Rome’s ancient amphitheatre visible from outside. Inside, the arena and circulation spaces reveal a building made for large crowds. Different tickets cover different areas; choose the visit you want and follow the booked entrance instructions.
Something to notice
Compare an intact arch with a broken edge. Notice how the surviving structure helps you imagine movement through the building.
A little consideration
Respect barriers and historic surfaces. Leave stonework untouched and follow visitor and photography rules.
A small companion, in full.
The actual guide, just as it downloads. One PDF, with the same guide in color and monochrome. Print only the page you prefer.
Download the free guideEnglish · 2 pages · Color + monochrome
Printing & foldingMake it a pocket guide.
Choose an edition, print one page, and fold it into a small companion for your day.
Check your paper size and printer settings before printing.
Print one page
Choose page 1 for color or page 2 for monochrome. Use A4 or US Letter, portrait, and Fit to Page. Print single-sided, with duplex off.
Make two folds
With the printed side facing you, fold the right half behind the left along the vertical guide. Then fold the bottom half behind the top.
Open and explore
Colosseum is your front cover. Open once for practical details, then fully for context, QR links and your own notes.
Sources & freshness Facts checked: 2026-10-12
Information may have changed. Check the destination’s official website before visiting.