The only official website for Colosseum tickets is ticketing.colosseo.it, operated by Parco Archeologico del Colosseo, the Italian government body that manages the site. It offers the lowest base prices available anywhere - standard adult entry starts at ~€18 as of 2026, subject to change. Three facts matter before you book: all tickets are non-refundable, the booking window opens exactly 30 days before your visit date at Rome time, and the most in-demand ticket types (Underground, Arena Floor) sell out within minutes of going on sale. If the official site is sold out when you check, third-party vendors including GetYourGuide and Tiqets hold their own ticket allocations and are often the fastest path to availability. For a side-by-side comparison of every place to buy, see our guide to the best sites to buy Colosseum tickets.
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Ticket Types Available on the Colosseum Official Website (2026)
Six ticket types are sold through ticketing.colosseo.it as of 2026. Each grants one timed entry to the Colosseum plus one entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill archaeological area, with differences in access level, validity period, and what areas inside the Colosseum are included.
| Ticket Type | Colosseum Access | Validity | Price (Adult, 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary 24h | Levels 1-2; no arena floor | 24 hours from first use | ~€18 |
| Full Experience | Levels 1-2; all SUPER sites included | 2 consecutive days | Higher - check official site |
| Full Experience - Arena | Levels 1-2 plus arena floor | 2 consecutive days | Higher - check official site |
| Full Experience - Arena and Underground | Levels 1-2, arena floor, underground tour | 2 consecutive days | From ~€24 - check official site |
| Full Experience - Attic | Levels 1-2 plus attic via elevator | 2 consecutive days | Higher - check official site |
| 24H Only Arena | Arena floor only; 20-minute slot | 24 hours from first use | ~€18 |
The Ordinary 24h ticket is the most widely available option and the starting point for first-time visitors. It covers the main interior tiers but does not include the arena floor, underground, or attic. For full details on what each access level includes, see our guides to standard entry tickets and Underground and Arena Floor combo tickets.
The 24H Only Arena ticket is a newer option that grants 20 minutes on the arena floor but no access to levels 1 and 2. It should only be chosen if arena floor access is the sole priority and all other ticket types are unavailable. The Full Experience - Arena and Underground is the most restricted by capacity - it includes a guided tour of the underground passages and gladiator tunnels, and it sells out faster than any other ticket type on the official site. For what the arena floor experience involves, see our arena floor tickets guide. For evening access options not listed on the standard booking page, see evening and night tickets.
Official Website Ticket Prices: Adult, Reduced and Free Admission (2026)
The Colosseum official website applies three pricing tiers: full adult, reduced, and free. All prices listed below are subject to change and should be verified at ticketing.colosseo.it before booking. An online reservation fee of ~€2 applies to all bookings made through the official site, including free tickets.
| Visitor Type | Eligibility | Price (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Full adult | All visitors not qualifying for reduced or free | ~€18 |
| Reduced | EU citizens 18-25; ID required at entry | Lower rate - check official site |
| Free | All visitors under 18; reservation required | Free + ~€2 reservation fee |
| Roma Pass holders | Valid Roma Pass presented at entry | ~€11.50 |
Visitors under 18 enter free but must still reserve a ticket through the official site. The ~€2 reservation fee applies to that booking. Skipping the reservation and arriving without a free ticket does not guarantee entry - capacity is managed by timed slot regardless of age. For the full breakdown of who qualifies for reduced and free admission, including categories beyond the standard tiers (journalists, EU tour guides, school groups, and others), see our guide to discounts for EU citizens, seniors and students and our tickets for kids and families guide.
The Roma Pass discount applies to the standard Ordinary 24h ticket only and reduces the adult price to ~€11.50. It does not apply to Full Experience upgrades or underground tour tickets. For a complete overview of every ticket price across all access levels, see our Colosseum ticket prices guide.
How to Book Colosseum Tickets on the Official Website: Step by Step
The booking portal is at ticketing.colosseo.it/en/ and is active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The main Parco Colosseo information site (colosseo.it) operates only during Colosseum opening hours, so use the ticketing URL directly to avoid confusion. The steps below apply to individual bookings for groups of 1-8 people.
- Step 1 - Select ticket type: Choose from the available ticket categories listed on the portal. Each entry shows access level, validity, and price before you commit.
- Step 2 - Enter visitor count: Select the number of people and the applicable pricing tier for each (adult, reduced, or free). Name and ID details are required per visitor at the payment stage.
- Step 3 - Choose date and time slot: Available dates display in a calendar view. Time slots open in 15-minute intervals from 8:30 AM. Select the earliest slot available if crowd avoidance is a priority.
- Step 4 - Complete payment: Pay by credit or debit card. The ~€2 reservation fee is added at checkout per booking, not per ticket. Tickets are issued in the name entered at purchase and cannot be transferred.
- Step 5 - Save your ticket: Your ticket arrives by email as a PDF. The MyColosseum app (free, iOS and Android) can also store and display tickets alongside free audio guides in Italian and English.
The booking window opens exactly 30 days before the visit date at Rome local time. Underground and Arena Floor tickets are gone within minutes of the window opening for peak season dates. Set a calendar reminder for 30 days before your intended visit and have the ticketing site open and ready before the window opens. For a full walkthrough of the online booking process including what information you need to have ready before you start, see our guide to buying Colosseum tickets online. For guidance on how far ahead to book by ticket type and season, see how far in advance to book Colosseum tickets.
Official Website Rules and Restrictions: What You Must Know Before Booking
The Colosseum official website applies stricter booking conditions than most third-party vendors. All of the following rules are enforced at the entrance - not knowing them in advance is not grounds for exception or refund.
- Tickets are nominative: Every ticket contains the visitor's name. A government-issued photo ID matching the name on the ticket must be kept visible at the entrance. A driver's license is accepted - it does not need to be a passport.
- Name changes: The name on a ticket can be changed once only, no later than midnight on the seventh day before the visit date. After that deadline, the name is locked.
- Non-refundable: All tickets purchased through the official site are non-refundable without exception. Third-party vendors including GetYourGuide and Tiqets offer flexible cancellation on some ticket types - see our cancellation and refund policies guide for a vendor-by-vendor comparison.
- Arrival window - standard tickets: Entry is permitted from the time printed on the ticket up to 15 minutes after that time. Arriving outside this window forfeits Colosseum access. The Roman Forum and Palatine Hill portion of the ticket remains valid.
- Arrival window - Full Experience Underground: Visitors must arrive no later than 30 minutes before the scheduled tour time. The underground tour departs on schedule regardless of late arrivals and no refund applies.
- Maximum time inside: 75 minutes with a standard ticket; 90 minutes with any Full Experience ticket.
- Reservation fee: The ~€2 online reservation fee is non-refundable and charged per booking at checkout.
For assistance with a booking after purchase, contact the official helpdesk at [email protected]. Response time is 48-72 hours. For same-day entry problems, the call centre number is +39 06 21115843. For a full list of what information is required at the time of booking, see our guide to what you need to book Colosseum tickets. For what happens if you miss your time slot, see what to do if you miss your Colosseum time slot.
One additional warning: multiple third-party websites use names and designs that closely resemble the official Parco Colosseo site. Since May 2024, the only official ticketing portal is ticketing.colosseo.it. Any other site claiming to be the official source is not.
When the Official Colosseum Website Is Sold Out: Where to Look Next
The official site selling out does not mean your visit date is unavailable. GetYourGuide, Tiqets, and Viator each hold independent ticket allocations negotiated directly with Parco Colosseo - their inventory is separate from the public pool on ticketing.colosseo.it and does not deplete at the same rate. Underground and Arena Floor tickets in particular are worth checking on third-party platforms immediately after the official site shows no availability, as allocations on those platforms are sometimes still open for dates the official site exhausted weeks earlier.
| Vendor | Key Advantage | Cancellation Policy |
|---|---|---|
| GetYourGuide | Large allocation; often available when sold out | Free cancellation on most options |
| Tiqets | Instant confirmation; flexible cancellation available | Free cancellation on most options |
| Viator | Wide range of guided tour options including underground | Varies by tour operator |
For a full breakdown of each vendor's availability, pricing, and cancellation terms, see our dedicated guides to GetYourGuide Colosseum tickets, Tiqets Colosseum tickets, and Viator Colosseum tickets. If your visit date is within the next few days and all standard channels are showing no availability, see our last-minute Colosseum tickets guide for options including on-the-day queuing and same-day tour allocations.
Small-group guided tours are also worth considering when individual tickets are sold out. These tours bundle the ticket cost into the overall price and often carry their own entry allocations for Underground and Arena Floor access that are not available through individual ticket sales. For options, see our small-group guided tours guide.
The official website is the right starting point for most visitors - it carries the lowest base prices, the full range of ticket types, and is the only source that guarantees a direct booking with Parco Archeologico del Colosseo. The conditions attached to that booking (non-refundable, nominative, strict arrival windows) mean it rewards visitors who are certain of their dates and comfortable booking without a cancellation safety net. For visitors who want flexibility, or who find the official site sold out, third-party vendors cover both needs. For help deciding which ticket type fits your itinerary before choosing where to buy, see our full comparison of all Colosseum ticket options.