The Colosseum and Vatican are two gems of Rome you must visit when in the city! Both attractions are full of hidden stories and deep history that can be explored together.
But how do you experience both convenience and affordability while on a budget? Colosseum and Vatican combos are your answer. Whether you want combo tickets, tours, or a super-saver pass with added benefits, this guide covers it all.
Top 3 Colosseum & Vatican Combo Tickets & Tours
1. Colosseum & Vatican Museum Entry Tickets + City Audio Guide
Step into the past with this combo! Choose from various Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill experiences offering reserved access to these locations.
Next, choose between a fast-track ticket or a guided tour of the Vatican. This ticket also includes an audio guide app that can be downloaded on your smartphone for high-quality commentary on 100+ attractions in the city.
Ideal for: History Enthusiasts, Explorers and Adventurers
- The choice for a Vatican fast-track ticket or guided tour
- Choice of various Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill experiences
- Smartphone audio guide app covering 100+ attractions in Rome
- Adult ticket (18+ years): €86
- Child ticket (6 to 17 years): €39
- Infant ticket (up to 5 years): €7
Note: The infant ticket can only be bought in combination with the adult ticket.
Rescheduling is not possible for this ticket.
2. Vatican, Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum Entry Tickets
We highly recommend this Rome Super Pass, valid for three days. With just one ticket, you get reserved and fast-track entrance to the Vatican, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and St. Peter’s Basilica.
It also has great freebies like the Unlimited Public Transport Pass (metro, tram, and bus) and a St. Peter’s Basilica audio guide app. You can also avail of the 25-minute Ancient Rome multimedia video at the Touristation Office.
Ideal for: Budget-Conscious Travelers, Visitors who Love Freebies, Families
- Reserved entrance to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
- Fast-track entrance to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
- Audio guide app for St. Peter’s Basilica (free entry)
- Unlimited public transport passes (metro, tram, and bus)
- 25-minute Ancient Rome multimedia video at the Touristation Office
- Adult ticket (18 to 99 years): €115
- Child ticket (6 to 17 years): €95
- Infant ticket (up to 5 years): Free
Note: The infant ticket can only be bought in combination with the adult or child ticket.
You can get a full refund if you select a refundable ticket during checkout and cancel until 11:59 pm the day before you visit.
3. 1 Day Vatican & Colosseum Tour
This 6.5-hour tour covers two of Rome’s most popular attractions in depth. Starting at 8.15 am, your first stop will be at the gorgeous Colosseum, after which you can take a break for lunch.
After that, you will meet your tour guide at the designated spot, from where you will reach the Vatican in comfortable transport for the remaining guided tour. This tour is limited to small groups of up to ten participants for a more personalized experience.
Ideal for: Early risers, small groups of families or friends
- Guided access to the Colosseum and Vatican
- Small group tour of up to ten participants for a personalized experience
- A professional English-speaking guide and wireless audio headsets
- Adult ticket (18 to 99 years): €262
- Child ticket (3 to 17 years): €242
- Infant ticket (up to 2 years): Free
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Benefits of Booking
Convenience: Make planning for your Rome trip easy and quick with combo tickets, especially ones that cover the Colosseum and Vatican, two of the city’s most popular attractions. This not only helps you save time and money but also allows you to skip lines at the ticket office.
Great Savings: These combos offer superb discounts, including age-based discounts. You also don’t need to add costs for skip-the-line access since most combos include the service.
Added perks: Tickets like the Vatican, Colosseum, Roman Forum, and St. Peter’s Basilica Combo include freebies like an unlimited public transport pass for the metro, tram, and bus and an audio guide app for St. Peter’s Basilica.
Who are the Colosseum & Vatican Combos Ideal for?
Travelers Who Like a Structured Visit: With designated timings and durations for the tours, everything is pre-planned in a structured manner. For instance, with the one-day Vatican & Colosseum Tour, you also get planned meal breaks.
Families: If you’re traveling in a family group with children and senior citizens, the combo tickets will provide all age groups with the ultimate convenience. The tickets reduce unnecessary strain, and services like skip-the-line access make the visit comfortable.
Solo travelers: Skip the logistics and have a relaxing solo trip. Your days are thoroughly planned out for you with combo tours and tickets. These small group tours allow you to meet other travelers and gain a rich understanding of their culture.
Ticket Discounts
With these Colosseum and Vatican ticket combos, be prepared for some good discounts and free perks.
Children up to the age of five get a €79 discount on the Colosseum & Vatican Museum + City Audio Guide, and children between six and 17 get a €45 discount. You also get a free audio guide app that offers commentary on 100+ attractions in the city.
The Vatican, Colosseum, Roman Forum & St. Peter’s Basilica Combo or the super saver pass, offers free access to children up to the age of five and a €20 discount to those between 6 and 17. It also has superb perks, such as an Unlimited Public Transport Pass for metro, tram, and bus and an audio guide app for St. Peter’s Basilica.
The one-day Vatican & Colosseum Tour offers free access to children under two and a €20 discount to those between three and seventeen.