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
Start Location
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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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Great private family tour!
Alessia was a wonderful and knowledgeable tourguide. The information she shared helped us better understand the Colosseum and Roman ruins, which enhanced our experience. It was great getting to ask questions and go at our own pace through the tour with this private experience.
katiecO619CNJul 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great for families!
Caterina was fantastic! Would *highly* recommend for families, especially with young kids. My boys are 9 and 6. She was engaging, explained things in a way kids would understand and knew all the shady spots. Tour included kids story and activity books. 10/10 - would choose again!
SusanP160Jul 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great tour for kids and adults.
We had a great tour with Valentina. She was very knowledgeable and genuinely excited about all the history she was explaining to us. Great tour for kids and adults.
T6926BXjamesbJul 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Wonderful tour and even better guide!
Emmanuel was so fantastic! The energy he maintained and how he related to the kids was so wonderful. The kids did not get tired and the adults had a fabulous time learning too! The best guide!
Smm2128Jul 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Amazing memorable experience
Emmanuel was amazing guide! My kids loved his tour as he was so engaging with kids. Certainly recommend him to my friends!
791ranayJul 11, 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.