Colosseum
Walking tour in Rome, Italy
Two gladiators fought to a draw, and the emperor freed them both.
42
minutes
Deep dive
10
stops
The Colosseum was an arena for about 450 years and something else for 1,500 more. Stand in the queue on Nero's drained lake, watch two gladiators both win, look down into the machine under the floor, and find out why the Colosseum looks broken, and what finally stopped Rome taking it apart.
What you'll hear
What this tour offers
- Self-guided walking tour
- 10 stops, with directions between each
- 42 minutes of narration
- Keeps playing with your phone locked
- Yours to keep, replay anytime
- Earns your Rome passport stamp
Where you'll be
Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Things to know
Ticket
A timed Colosseum ticket in your name, with matching ID. The standard ticket covers this tour.
Where it starts
In the security line at the Colosseum's west end, by the Arch of Constantine.
Stairs
Steep, worn steps up to the second level, with a lift for anyone who needs it.
Listening
Best with headphones. Download it in the app to listen offline.
Pairs with this tour
A Hundred Days of Gifts
$7.99 · 25 min
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Palatine Hill
$7.99 · 32 min
Pairs with this tour
Roman Forum
$7.99 · 41 min
Get all 4 together in the app and save 35%.
Questions
Why is the Colosseum half broken?
The Colosseum's south side stood on soft ground. Settling and earthquakes brought it down, and Rome carted the stone off for centuries, some to St Peter's. Read the story
Why does the Colosseum have holes?
The holes mark where iron clamps once held the stone blocks together. After the games ended, Romans chiselled the iron out, one clamp at a time. Read the story
How was the Colosseum paid for?
At least in part with treasure Rome looted from Jerusalem in AD 70. The peg holes of its lost bronze letters seem to say so: from the spoils of war. Read the story
How long is the Colosseum audio tour?
About 42 min of listening across 10 stops, at your own pace. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $7.99 USD. Your first tour in the app is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. Download it in the app first if you'll be without data.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English.