Self Guided Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour
Adults 18+: 54,90 €
Child 4-17: 34,90 €
Infant 0-3: 4,00 €
English
Italian
French
Portoguese
German
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
3:00 PM
2 Hours
Everyday – except the first sunday of each month
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Self Guided Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour
Explore the Colosseum thanks to the first animated and interactive 3D reconstruction. With an Self Guided Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour, get to know the most important and ancient monument in the world in a new way. That is to say, a visit to the Colosseum suitable for all age groups.
Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour
Meet our staff at the designated location and join the group. Your companion will be happy to give you all the information you need to use the headset in the best way.
With our animated 3D reconstruction complemented by professional multilingual music and audio, exploring the Colosseum has never been easier and more exciting! All the contents within the reconstruction that you will observe, were handled by the well-known Prof. Filippo Coarelli and by the Digilab Archeo & Arte3D department of the La Sapienza University of Rome.
By participating in a Self Guided Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour, first of all, you will virtually walk in the ancient square of the Colosseum. Secondly, you will admire the fountain of the gladiators; the Arch of Constantine; the Colossus of Nero; inside of the Arena floor Colosseum with the Velarium, which closes to start the show; you will take on the role of the emperor to decide the fate of the wounded gladiator. “Death” or “Grace? Finally, you will virtually walk through the corridors of the underground.
After the experience in Virtual Reality, our staff will accompany you to the entrance of the monument. After the security checks, wait for your guide to arrange a meeting point and a set time with you and the group. You will have about an hour to visit the Colosseum and to meet the staff again and head together, if you are not tired enough, to the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. In front of you a real open-air museum. All while guaranteeing, with an added value, an extra accompaniment to assist each of you up to the entrance.
Once you enter, your guide will show you the path inside the other two archaeological sites. Continue the visit independently with the same Colosseum Ticket Skip-the-Line.
Site Visited
- Colosseum (self-guided)
- Roman Forum (self-guided)
- Palatine Hill (self-guided)
Included
- Colosseum Ticket Skip the Line
- VR assistant in Italian and English
- VR headsets
- RC insurance
- Integrated audio guide (Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Eye mask cover for VR headset
- Hand sanitizing gel
Not included
- Guided tour
- Tour guide
- Access to the Colosseum underground
- Access to the Arena floor Colosseum and Third Order
- Souvenir
- Drinks
- Transport to/from the hotel
Important things to know
- It is necessary to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour start time. Customers who arrive late at the meeting point can NO longer join the tour, therefore they are not entitled to any kind of right or refund.
- Please show the voucher to the staff (also in electronic format)
- Attention: due to the mandatory security checks of the metal detector at the Colosseum, this could result in a slight delay at the entrance even for “skip the line” ticket holders
- Tour not available on January 1st, May 1st, December 25th.
- Ancient & Recent is not responsible for any inconvenience caused by the closure of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum due to strikes, union assemblies, bad weather, etc.
- Online bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance, last minute bookings are accepted by phone or email.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and bring a valid identity card
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Large suitcases or bags are not allowed inside the attractions
- For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone +39 3313586107
- In case of rain, all our tours run regularly.
Meet us here
The meeting point established is at the ARCH OF CONSTANTINE, located on the Colosseum square, where you can meet our staff with a black flag with a golden Ancient & Recent logo.
Arch of Constantine, Via di San Gregorio, 00186, Rome.

Meeting Point
Need to cancel your trip?
If you cancel your reservation you will be charged a 30% cancellation fee. Cancellation between 6 and 4 calendar days in advance of the scheduled departure time, you will be charged a 50% cancellation fee. If you cancel within 3 calendar days (72 hours) of the scheduled departure time, you will becharged a 100% cancellation fee. Refund will only be issued if the tour was booked and paid for directly with Ancient&Recent within a week from the cancellation. The payment will not be refunded for any other reason (i.e. weather, change of travel plans, illness, missed train..).
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Mia Bloom –
Virtual tour!
A wonderful experience for both my children and us parents.
It’s essential for helping children understand the magnificence of the Colosseum.
The staff are wonderful and friendly.
Poppy Lane –
Unforgettable Experience – A Journey Through Time!
The Colosseum Virtual Reality Tour was absolutely incredible! From the moment we put on the VR headset, we were transported back 2,000 years into Ancient Rome. The visuals were stunningly realistic, and the narration was clear, engaging, and full of fascinating details that brought the Colosseum’s history to life.
What made it even more special was the ability to actually “see” what the monument looked like in its prime—gladiators, the emperor, the crowd… it felt like we were standing in the middle of a real event. The virtual reconstruction is not only immersive but also educational. It’s a perfect way to experience the Colosseum before or after your actual visit, especially if you’re traveling with kids or anyone who loves history.
The staff was welcoming and helpful, and everything was well-organized and easy to follow. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Rome—you won’t see the Colosseum the same way again!
Isla Wren –
History Brought to Life in the Most Epic Way
I’ve visited the Colosseum before, but nothing compares to seeing it through this Virtual Reality tour. It wasn’t just a visit—it was an experience. The moment the headset turned on, I felt like I had stepped into ancient Rome. The noise of the crowd, the sight of the arena in its full glory, even the emperor sitting in his box—it was surreal.
What really impressed me was how seamlessly the tour blended historical accuracy with cinematic immersion. It’s like watching a high-quality documentary, except you’re inside it. The transitions between past and present were powerful—it gave me a whole new appreciation for the ruins I had just walked through.
If you’re even remotely interested in Roman history or just want to do something truly different while in Rome, this is a must. It’s not just another tour—it’s time travel with a headset.
Luna Rae –
A Must-Do in Rome – Totally Blew Me Away!
This Virtual Reality tour of the Colosseum was one of the best parts of my trip to Rome! I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it completely exceeded my expectations. The VR experience is mind-blowing—you actually get to see the Colosseum as it was in ancient times, full of life, colors, and action. It felt like I was standing in the middle of history!
The technology was super smooth and easy to use, and the visuals were so vivid and detailed. You could see the gladiators, the crowds, even the underground chambers—things you’d never imagine just looking at the ruins.
The staff was friendly and made everything easy to follow. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a chance to relive ancient Rome in a way you’ll never forget. Whether it’s your first time in Rome or your tenth, don’t miss this!
Ella Moon –
Incredible experience!
The VR tour brought the Colosseum to life like never before. Felt like I was actually there in ancient Rome. Highly recommend!