Colosseum Skip-the-Line Tickets

Are skip-the-line tickets worth it?

Absolutely! On average, people with regular entry tickets spend inordinate time waiting to enter this busy attraction. But with your skip-the-line tickets, kiss long lines goodbye! Whiz through security and dive right into history, action, and drama. Here’s a comparison chart to help you note the difference between standard and skip-the-line tickets.

Queues at Colosseum with skip-the-line tickets

• Sperone Valadier (main) entrance: This entrance is the busiest one and has the longest lines. However, with your skip-the-line tickets, you can expect to enter within half an hour.

• Group gate: This entrance is reserved for tour groups. Your priority access tickets can get you inside in less than 20 minutes.

• Stern Gate: Mainly for accredited tour guides, schools/groups use this entrance. This entrance has the shortest wait time, and you can enter in less than 15 minutes.

Note: For security reasons, a maximum of 3000 people are allowed inside the Colosseum. If the amphitheater is at full capacity, you must wait for people to exit regardless of whether or not you have tickets.

Step-by-step guide to booking skip-the-line tickets at the Colosseum

Pre-booking, at least 2-3 weeks ahead of your visit, is the way to go! Here's how you can secure fast-track entry to the ancient landmark

How do I use my skip-the-line ticket to enter the Colosseum? 

1. Go to the Individual Entrance Gate of the Colosseum at least 15 minutes before your time slot.

2. Join the queue for visitors with reservations.

3. It is necessary to show valid identity proof for all visitors to be allowed entry.

4. The Roman Forum and the Palatine have separate entrances and can be visited 24 hours before or after the time booked for the Colosseum. 

Which Colosseum entrance do I use with my skip-the-line tickets?

• Sperone Valadier (main) entrance: This entrance is the busiest one and has the longest lines. However, with your skip-the-line tickets, you can expect to enter within half an hour.

• Group gate: This entrance is reserved for tour groups. Your priority access tickets can get you inside in less than 20 minutes.

  

More tips to bypass queues at the Colosseum

1. We can’t stress this enough, but pre-booking your tickets is one of the most foolproof ways to grab those coveted skip-the-line tickets.

2. Visit on weekdays, especially between Tuesdays and Thursdays. There’s a marginal drop in tourist influx during these days.

3. There is much truth in the statement ‘The early bird gets the worm’. Arriving early, before 10 am, helps you get ahead since as the day progresses, the queues proportionally become longer. Bonus: you’ll also enjoy better weather!

4. Invest in a city pass like the Roma Pass that offers fast-track entry to top landmarks in Rome, including the Colosseum. 

Frequently asked questions

• Why are skip-the-line tickets the best way to see the Colosseum?
  A tourist with a regular ticket spends upwards of 2 hours (especially during peak season) to enter the Colosseum. On the other hand, visitors with skip-the-line tickets can enter the attraction in less than 30 minutes (including finishing security formalities). Hence, priority access tickets are a clear winner when choosing the best kind of Colosseum ticket.

  
  

• How much time can I save with my skip-the-line tickets?
  You can save between 2 and 4 hours otherwise spent in entrance queues with your skip-the-line tickets. This gives you ample time inside the attraction to see its highlights.

  
  

• Should I book my skip-the-line tickets online or in person?
  We strongly urge you to book your fast-track entry tickets online and in advance. This is because, at the ticket counter, you might not always get the date and time of your choice. Further, booking in person also makes you miss out on other conveniences like paying in the currency of your choice, a variety of add-ons, etc.

  
  

• Do skip-the-line tickets come with other benefits?
  Yes, most skip-the-line tickets also come with a tour guide. Then, you can choose attractive upgrades like small-group tours, audio guides, multimedia video tours, etc.

  
  

• What are the different ways I can ensure I gain skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum?
  Pre-booking online is the first step to ensuring you avail skip-the-line entry. Next, opt for guided tours as tour guides are familiar with the landmark and can quickly get you into the folds of the Colosseum. You can also book a city pass like the Roma Pass, which grants priority access to the Colosseum.

  
  

• Which entrance should I choose for my skip-the-line ticket?
  That depends on the ticket you’ve purchased — if you’re traveling as part of a group, use the group gate. If you’re traveling solo/as a family, then use the individual/main gate. If you’re coming as part of a school group, then you will enter via the Stern entrance. Ultimately, all three entrances will lead you to the same places within the Colosseum. However, some entrances can help you save more time than others (like the Stern entry gate, which offers the quickest entry).