Discover Ancient Rome with kids on a guided tour in English of the Rome Colosseum and the Roman Forum, with treasure hunts, riddles and prizes designed for the youngest visitors. Skip-the-line entry and a guide who turns the history of the gladiators into an adventure. Instant confirmation and free cancellation.
The guided tour of the Colosseum and the Forum for families is designed so children experience the history of Ancient Rome without getting bored: the guide adapts the language, sets riddles and hands out prizes while you explore the Flavian Amphitheatre and the heart of the Empire. A way to visit the Colosseum as a family that captivates kids and grown-ups alike.
Unlike a standard guided tour, this one turns the explanation into a treasure hunt. Children look for details, solve puzzles about the gladiators and collect small prizes, so the history sticks without the visit feeling long. The English-speaking guide controls the pace so the whole family enjoys it.
Visiting the Colosseum with kids on your own can be hard going: the queues, the heat and the size of the site tire the little ones. This tour solves those problems with skip-the-line access, an adapted pace and a narration that keeps children involved. Instead of reading signs, the little ones take part, ask questions and take home a memorable memory of Ancient Rome.
Real-time availability and prices · Free cancellation (varies by activity)
This family tour focuses on the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, the two settings that most engage children. It does not include access to the gladiators' Arena or the underground, reserved for specific tours. If you want more practical information to plan the day as a family, see our guide to visiting the Colosseum with kids, with tips on ages, hours and services.
| Price | From €69 / person |
|---|---|
| Includes | English-speaking guide, skip-the-line entry, games activity |
| Sites | Colosseum + Roman Forum |
| Duration | About 2 hours |
| Recommended age | From 4 years old (whole family) |
| Cancellation | Free (check the deadline when booking) |
Last reviewed: June 2026. Prices and availability may change; check them when booking. Check the reduced rates for children when booking.
It includes an English-speaking guide specialised in families, skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, and an activity with treasure hunts, riddles and prizes designed for children. The tour turns the history of Ancient Rome and of the gladiators into an entertaining experience for the youngest visitors.
The guided tour of the Colosseum and the Forum for families starts from €69 per person, with skip-the-line entry and an English-speaking guide. It is worth checking the reduced rates for children when booking, as many activities apply special prices or free admission by age.
The family guided tour lasts about 2 hours and includes the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. It is a duration designed to keep children's attention, with an adapted pace and stops where they take part with games and riddles.
The games activity works very well with children from about 4 years old, although the activity welcomes the whole family. Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. If you travel with very young children, bring water, a hat and comfortable footwear, as the tour takes place outdoors. More tips for visiting the Colosseum with kids →
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