Colosseum Family Treasure Hunt Tour
From€245
2 hours
Province of Rome, Italy
About this activity
Enjoy a family-friendly treasure hunt through Rome's ancient sites, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, guided by an expert specializing in engaging children.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
- Interactive treasure hunt for kids
- Engaging expert guide
- Explore Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Family-friendly activities
Full description
Discover the wonders of Ancient Rome in a fun and interactive way with our Colosseum Family Treasure Hunt Tour. Designed specifically for families, this tour offers skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, allowing you to bypass the usual queues and dive straight into history. Your expert guide, specializing in engaging children, will lead you through a series of exciting challenges and activities, turning the ancient ruins into a playground of learning and adventure. This tour is perfect for families looking to make the most of their Roman holiday, combining education with entertainment in a way that captivates both young and old alike.
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
- Interactive treasure hunt with family-friendly activities
- Expert guide specializing in engaging children
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Before you begin your tour, each child will receive a bag with an interactive booklet and other useful gadgets that will make them truly feel like little archaeologists. Follow your guide and begin your journey through ancient Roman history! Your tour will begin at one of the most beautiful monuments of Rome – the Colosseum. Admire ancient Rome’s iconic accomplishment, a perfect backdrop for a family photo. Make sure your children are listening carefully and have their booklet in hand! Learn about the gladiator games and the wild animal hunts as you walk through this 2000 year old landmark of Rome. Climb your way up to the second tier of the Colosseum where you can imagine the deafening applause during the bloody games. Pretend to catch a glimpse of the Emperor as he decided the fate of the poor souls in the arena.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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The impressive Roman Forum is an explorer’s paradise and your interactive booklet will help you learn the stories of “downtown” Rome. Climb over ancient ruins and even drink from genuine Roman fountain! The history of this site is sure to appeal to children and adults! Our final stop leads us to the remains of the temple of ancient history’s most famous character, Julius Gaius Caesar. Our guide will make sure you explore the Roman Forum up, down and around. This unique tour is not just for kids! The whole family is guaranteed to leave with an arsenal of knowledge about ancient Rome that you are sure to take home with you!
Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: YES
Meeting point
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure all participants understand the language.
- Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
- Photography is allowed; however, tripods and professional equipment may be restricted.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
- Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
- The interactive children’s booklets are only made in English.
- This activity booklet is designed for children from ages 5 – 10 years old.
Traveler reviews
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Amazing tour guide called Irene!
I just wanted to leave a very positive comment about our beautiful tour guide Irene today at the colosseum. She did the most amazing job with our kids! Her energy and positivity and the way she engaged with them was just incredible. Very grateful for her.
C7731WZstephaniecJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Absolutely sensational for the whole family!!
Julia was absolutely phenomenal!! She was so knowledgable and engaging and the kids and adults will remember our colosseum forever! Thank you Julia!
emmamE530CWJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Family trip to the coliseum
My family and I had an amazing tour with Francesca! She made our experience of the Coliseum amazing! She was so knowledgeable and answered all the questions that everyone in our group had. Thank you for making my family, and especially my 10 year olds first experience in Rome wonderful!
L306WDlorraineaJul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great experience
Andy was a great guide and kept out 3 kids engaged throughout the tour. Would highly recommend!
N1105CFjustinwJul 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Colosseum Family Tour
Thank you Roberta for an amazing morning at the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The kids were so engaged and I'm sure the battle reenactment will be a highlight of our whole trip for many years to come
Navigator605962Jul 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
The interactive children’s booklets are only made in English.
This activity booklet is designed for children from ages 5 – 10 years old.