Colosseum for Kids: Family-Friendly Guided Tour

Making Roman history fun!

It’s a family day on this Colosseum tour! Avoid the long queues and step into the Colosseum for a unique and educational experience. Enriched with information about Roman history, culture, and gladiatorial knowledge.

Learning through activities

Listen to your official tour guide for tales of gladiators and their death-defying deeds, the history of the Flavian Amphitheatre from the first laying of the foundation stone to the day of its inauguration in 80 AD, the importance of these games during the Roman era, and more. You’ll also be given an insight into the life story of Flavius Attilius – one of the greatest gladiators of the Colosseum.

A dynamic and engaging experience, kids are encouraged to actively participate in the tour by answering questions in a quiz through the use of their smartphones.

Colosseum for Kids: Family-Friendly Guided Tour

Discover the Colosseum, one of Rome's most iconic landmarks, on this 1.5-hour guided tour designed specifically for families and children. The tour includes interactive elements like historical charades, scavenger hunts, and a Jeopardy-style quiz to keep young minds engaged and excited about history. Your child-friendly guide will narrate tales of gladiator fights and animal hunts that dominated the Arena in ancient times, making history fun and accessible. This tour also covers lesser-known facts such as how the Colosseum could be turned into a lake for mock naval battles during the Roman Empire period. The tour is available in multiple languages including English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese, ensuring that everyone can participate regardless of their native tongue. With skip-the-line access, you'll spend less time waiting and more time exploring this monumental structure built between 70-80 AD. You will also visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, enhancing your understanding of ancient Rome's political and social center, which spans over 25 acres. The tour includes a comprehensive audio guide with detailed information about each site, ensuring that children learn while having fun. This tour is perfect for those looking to make sightseeing at landmarks like the Colosseum an educational yet enjoyable experience.

Explore the Colosseum's Arena Floor

Your tour stops at the Colosseum where you will descend into its underground chambers and climb up to the arena floor, providing a unique perspective on this ancient structure. Built between 70-80 AD, the Colosseum stands as an architectural marvel measuring approximately 620 feet long by 513 feet wide with walls reaching a height of about 157 feet. Visitors will see features such as the hypogeum, the network of tunnels and cages where gladiators and animals were kept before entering the arena, and the tiered seating area that could accommodate up to 50,000 spectators. Historical facts include the Colosseum's first recorded games in AD 80, which lasted for 100 days with thousands of animals and gladiator battles. Guests spend about an hour exploring the site, making this tour unique compared to other historical tours that may not offer such interactive elements or access to restricted areas. The arena floor itself is a highlight, offering insight into how naval battles were staged in the amphitheater by flooding it with water.

Discover the Roman Forum

The tour continues at the Roman Forum where guests can explore ancient ruins and learn about daily life in ancient Rome. Established around 509 BC, this area covers approximately 247 acres and includes landmarks such as the Temple of Saturn built in 42 BC, the Basilica Aemilia constructed between 179-174 BC, and the Curia Julia where Roman senators met from AD 36 or 38 to AD 54. Visitors spend about an hour wandering through these historical sites, gaining a deeper understanding of Rome's political heart. The Forum is unique in its extensive preservation of ancient structures and its role as the center for government and commerce during the Roman Empire.

Experience Palatine Hill

Your tour concludes at Palatine Hill where guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city while learning about imperial residences from AD 27 to AD 41. This hill, one of Rome's seven hills, covers an area of approximately 50 acres and includes sites such as the House of Augustus built around 63 BC and the Flavian Palace constructed between AD 98-103. Visitors spend about 30 minutes exploring these historical residences, gaining insight into the lives of Roman emperors. Palatine Hill is unique in its archaeological significance and provides a different perspective on ancient Rome compared to other sites focused solely on public spaces.

Tour Highlights

• Interactive games at Colosseum
• 1.5 hours with skip-the-line access
• Audio guide in multiple languages
• Historical tales at Colosseum arena floor
• Scavenger hunt throughout Roman Forum
• Access to underground chambers of Colosseum
• Panoramic views from Palatine Hill
• Educational experience for families

Perfect for children, parents, and history enthusiasts, this guided tour provides an educational yet enjoyable experience through interactive elements. The 1.5-hour format allows you to explore the Colosseum's underground chambers, climb up to its arena floor, wander through the Roman Forum, and enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill, giving you a comprehensive understanding of ancient Rome while enjoying unique features like mock naval battles in the amphitheater.