Colosseum vs Pantheon: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Pantheon first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 89 against 88 for Colosseum, and it has 1,285 ranked ways to see it versus 1,620. With a full day in Rome, pair them: plan Pantheon in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Colosseum | Pantheon | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 1,620 | 1,285 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 90 | 91 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 88 | 89 |
| Cheapest experience | €14 | €13 |
| Average time needed | 2.8h | 2.7h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Colosseum
- 1. Rome Tour on Quality E-bikes, Small Groups and Local Guide!
Outty Ranking 90 · from €49 · 3h
- 2. Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour
Outty Ranking 90 · from €114 · 3h
- 3. Explore Rome on a Golf Cart: Private Tour
Outty Ranking 89 · from $35 · 3h
- 4. Rome Golf Cart Tour : Half-Day Private or Small Group Sightseeing
Outty Ranking 89 · from €79 · 3h
- 5. Rome's Best by E-bike: Guided City Tour (Small Group or Private)
Outty Ranking 89 · from €51 · 4h
Best ways to see Pantheon
- 1. Rome: Guided Small Group Walking Tour of City Highlights
Outty Ranking 91 · from €15 · 2h
- 2. Rome on a Golf Cart Semi-Private Tour Max 6 with Private Option
Outty Ranking 90 · from €109 · 3h
- 3. Rome Morning Vespa Sidecar Tour in Rome with Cappuccino
Outty Ranking 90 · from €149 · 3h
- 4. Rome's Best by E-bike: Guided City Tour (Small Group or Private)
Outty Ranking 89 · from €51 · 4h
- 5. Rome Afternoon Sightseeing Vespa Sidecar Tour with Gourmet Gelato
Outty Ranking 88 · from €149 · 4h
Frequently asked questions
Colosseum or Pantheon: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Pantheon first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 89 against 88 for Colosseum, and it has 1,285 ranked ways to see it versus 1,620. With a full day in Rome, pair them: plan Pantheon in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Colosseum or Pantheon?
Ranked experiences at Colosseum start from €14 and at Pantheon from €13 per person.
How long do you need at Colosseum and Pantheon?
Experiences at Colosseum run 2.8 hours on average and at Pantheon 2.7 hours, so both fit in one day in Rome with a break in between.
Can you do Colosseum and Pantheon on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Colosseum options and 100% of Pantheon options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Colosseum: Rome Tour on Quality E-bikes, Small Groups and Local Guide! (Outty Ranking 90, from €49). For Pantheon: Rome: Guided Small Group Walking Tour of City Highlights (Outty Ranking 91, from €15).