Colosseum & Mamertine Prison

This combined ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Mamertine Prison is the perfect way to make the most of your time in Rome. In just one day, you'll explore four iconic sites at your own pace.

Start your adventure at the Mamertine Prison, where you'll exchange your vouchers for tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Arrive at the desk at least one hour before your reserved Colosseum time slot. The walk to the amphitheater takes about 15 minutes, so once you've picked up your tickets, you can choose to explore the prison first or save it for later. Just make sure you're at the Colosseum turnstiles at least 15 minutes before your scheduled entry time—that's when you'll be allowed in. Keep these timings in mind, and you'll enjoy a smooth, unhurried visit.

At the Mamertine Prison, you'll receive a smart audio guide that accompanies you throughout your visit, providing fascinating commentary as you explore. It's the ideal way to delve into the history of this ancient prison that once held defeated emperors, kings, and even Saints Peter and Paul.

Inside, you'll uncover the stories of the prisoners who served their sentences here, including the water basin that Saint Peter is said to have used to baptize visitors.

At the Colosseum, your reserved time slot grants you priority access—no waiting in ticket lines. Afterward, explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your leisure and immerse yourself in the history of Rome on your own terms.