Colosseum vs Piazza Navona: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Piazza Navona first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 88 for Colosseum, and it has 1,100 ranked ways to see it versus 1,620. With a full day in Rome, pair them: plan Colosseum in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Colosseum | Piazza Navona | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 1,620 | 1,100 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 90 | 93 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 88 | 90 |
| Cheapest experience | €14 | €14 |
| Average time needed | 2.8h | 2.9h |
| 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 Piazza Navona
- 1. Pizza Cooking Class in Rome - Near Piazza Navona
Outty Ranking 93 · from €46 · 2h
- 2. Pasta Cooking Class in Rome - Fettuccine Class in Piazza Navona
Outty Ranking 93 · from €50 · 2h
- 3. Rome: Guided Small Group Walking Tour of City Highlights
Outty Ranking 91 · from €15 · 2h
- 4. Rome on a Golf Cart Semi-Private Tour Max 6 with Private Option
Outty Ranking 90 · from €109 · 3h
- 5. Gelato and Fettuccine Pasta Cooking Class in Rome Piazza Navona
Outty Ranking 90 · from €70 · 2.5h
Frequently asked questions
Colosseum or Piazza Navona: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Piazza Navona first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 88 for Colosseum, and it has 1,100 ranked ways to see it versus 1,620. With a full day in Rome, pair them: plan Colosseum in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Colosseum or Piazza Navona?
Ranked experiences at Colosseum start from €14 and at Piazza Navona from €14 per person.
How long do you need at Colosseum and Piazza Navona?
Experiences at Colosseum run 2.8 hours on average and at Piazza Navona 2.9 hours, so both fit in one day in Rome with a break in between.
Can you do Colosseum and Piazza Navona 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 Piazza Navona 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 Piazza Navona: Pizza Cooking Class in Rome - Near Piazza Navona (Outty Ranking 93, from €46).