Colosseum Tours, Tickets and Travel Guide

With exclusive access you will enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, walking directly onto the arena floor. Experience the grandeur of the arena from a unique perspective, as you stand where the gladiators once stood, when they walked out to the sounds of thousands of yelling spectators. Your audio guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand. Enjoy an up-close view of the underground chambers exposed below, wander through the vast corridors, and climb the ancient stone stairs of this magnificent amphitheater, as you learn of its rich history.

Enjoy a premium tour of ancient Rome, combining a guided visit of the Colosseum with one of 3 ways to access it: With the REGULAR option, you’ll enjoy a 1-hour guided tour of the Colosseum’s main levels, followed by included (unguided) entry to the Roman Forum to explore on your own. Arena and Underground access are not included. Choose the ARENA option for a 3-hour guided experience that takes you onto the Arena Floor and continues through the Roman Forum with your guide. Inside the Colosseum, this option includes the Arena Floor only, not the Regular Levels or Underground. For the most complete experience, choose the UNDERGROUND option. This 3-hour guided tour includes the Colosseum’s Regular Levels, Arena Floor and fascinating Underground area, as well as a guided visit of the Roman Forum. Whichever option you choose, your Colosseum and Roman Forum entry is included. Please note that the Upper Levels of the Colosseum are not included in any option.

Get a gladiator’s view of the Colosseum, then explore the Roman Forum on a walking tour through the heart of ancient Rome. With special access ticket, you'll enter the arena via the Gladiator’s Gate, stand where gladiators once fought, hear tales of ruthless crowds and emperors, then explore the Colosseum’s first and second levels with your guide. Finish with a tour of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum with even more stories that bring the ruins to life.

Enter the Colosseum through the restricted entrance of the Arena Floor. During our 2/5-hour tour, your guide will walk you through the Colosseum, while explaining the true brilliance behind its engineering. Your tour will then lead you on a journey through the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum where you will be able to admire the incredible ruins, and enjoy panoramic views of the Colosseum. Learn the history behind Rome's magnificent amphitheater and all that surrounds it. The iconic structure was built as a gift to the Roman citizens, to stage various forms of entertainment and to showcase Roman engineering techniques to the rest of the world. The Colosseum featured over 80 entrances and could accommodate around 50,000 spectators. When the Colosseum was in active use, festivals as well as games could last up to 100 days. Please note: Guests under 18, may be required to show ID upon entering the sites. Guests without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.

Delve deep into ancient Roman history during this small-group tour of three of its most significant sites. Get ahead of the crowds at the Colosseum and explore the first and second tiers of the ancient arena as your guide brings Roman history to life. Climb to the top of Palatine Hill to wander through some of Rome’s oldest ruins and stroll through the Roman Forum, stopping at famous sights like the funeral pyre of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Constantine, and the Temple of the Vestal Virgins.

Explore the Colosseum with priority access, then continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill—three of Ancient Rome's most iconic landmarks with one ticket. Choose the experience that suits you best: Underground & Arena Tour – The Ultimate Experience Enjoy exclusive access to the Colosseum's Underground Chambers and Arena Floor. Discover the hidden passages where gladiators and wild animals prepared before entering the arena. Arena Floor Tour – Walk Like a Gladiator Enter through the legendary Gladiator's Gate and step onto the Arena Floor, where epic battles once took place. Experience the Colosseum from its most iconic viewpoint. Classic Colosseum Tour – Panoramic Views Explore the Colosseum's upper level and enjoy breathtaking views of the entire amphitheater, the Underground from above, and the Arch of Constantine from the Colosseum Terrace.

Experience the Colosseum Like Never Before! Dive into the heart of Ancient Rome with our unmissable Colosseum Tour, including the iconic Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, three of the world's greatest archaeological landmarks in one unforgettable experience. Choose the group size that fits your style: a semi-private tour (10 people max) for an intimate feel, a small group tour (20 people max) for a great shared experience, or a flexible escorted timed-entry with a downloadable audioguide if you prefer exploring the Colosseum at your own pace. Want more? Add exclusive Arena Floor access and walk where Roman Gladiators once fought for the eternal glory and for their lives! Avoid the long lines and explore with expert local guides who bring Ancient Rome to life through captivating stories and fascinating facts you won't find in any guidebook. Don't miss the most iconic venue in the Eternal City - book your Colosseum Tour now and step back in time to the legendary age of the Roman Empire!

This small-group tour is capped at 10 people maximum, so you'll explore with the intimacy and attention that large groups simply can't offer. Your expert guide takes you onto the Colosseum arena floor — one of the most exclusive areas of the entire monument — entering through the famous Gladiator's Gate, the same passage fighters crossed before facing the roar of tens of thousands of spectators. From there, the tour continues to the Roman Forum, where temples, triumphal arches, and ancient ruins bring the heart of the Roman Empire back to life through your guide's expert storytelling.

One Tour, Two Perspectives. Experience the Colosseum at the heart of Ancient Rome with an expert guide. The Arena Floor is the core of this experience. Step onto the gladiators’ stage and admire the impressive structure of the hypogeum from above, understanding how the underground system powered the ancient games. Choose how deeply you wish to explore: Arena Floor Route (Max 12 Guests) Walk onto the “stage” of the amphitheater and enjoy panoramic views from the center of the Arena. Underground Extension (Max 7 Guests) Descend into the restricted tunnels of the hypogeum and discover the engineering behind the games. Both options include access to the Upper Levels, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Experience the Colosseum not as a monument, but as a living stage of history.

Relax as you experience the world's most iconic amphitheater on this Colosseum Underground private tour. You'll enjoy the undivided attention of your expert guide as you hear the secrets of Ancient Rome. Enjoy touring to the Roman Forum and the restricted-access Colosseum Underground and Arena. Join your private guide for a tour of the Roman Forum's evocative ruins, and hear the tales of power and betrayal; here, Julius Caesar was assassinated. From the Palatine Hill, enjoy a spectacular view of Rome, as you tour the former palaces of Ancient Rome's Emperors. Continue to the Colosseum. Step out onto the Arena Floor like you are a gladiator, before descending to Rome's underworld. In the Colosseum Underground, discover how the men and wild animals prepared for the brutal gladiatorial games. Your expert guide knows everything there is to know about the brutal blood sports the Ancient Romans loved. Get close to Ancient history on this Colosseum Underground private tour.

Explore the Colosseum and surrounding area on this 3-hour private tour. Experience the emotion of a Roman gladiator as you descend with your private guide below the Colosseum, to the Underground section, where gladiators, prisoners and wild animals prepared to face their fate in the arena above. Continue discovering the Flavian Amphitheatre by walking through the galleries and imagine yourself as one of the 80.000 spectators watching the games. Your visit will continue at the Roman Forum, beating heart of the Eternal City. Walk along the Via Sacra and admire the ruins of temples and ancient palaces.

Enjoy a private 1-hour guided tour of the Colosseum with an expert guide. When booking, choose between two different Colosseum access options: REGULAR LEVELS Choose this option to explore the Colosseum’s Regular Levels with your private guide. Walk through the main visitor levels, take in views over the Arena Floor, and look down into the Underground from above. Arena Floor and Underground access are NOT included. ARENA FLOOR Choose this option to step directly onto the Arena Floor through the Gladiator’s Gate using dedicated backdoor access. Get a gladiator’s-eye view of the Colosseum and stand where the spectacles once took place. Access to the Regular Levels and Underground is NOT included. With both options, your ticket also includes unguided entry to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, which you can visit independently after your guided Colosseum tour. Please note that the Underground and Upper Levels of the Colosseum are NOT included with either option.

Discover the Colosseum with a guided tour designed for small groups and choose the experience that best suits you. Depending on the option selected, you can explore the Colosseum basement, walk on the reconstruction of the Arena, or experience a fascinating evening visit to the basement, when the monument is illuminated and the atmosphere becomes even more suggestive. During the visit the Guide will tell the story of the most famous amphitheatre in the world, explaining how gladiators, animals and sets took part in the shows of ancient Rome. With the Underground Experience option you will discover the hidden corridors under the arena and the complex mechanisms used during the games. On the Arena Floor tour, you can see the Colosseum from a unique perspective, right where gladiators fought. At the end of the day tours you can continue the visit independently of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. Note: Forum and Palatine are not included in the Underground by Night option.

option 1 - Colosseum Underground Tour The Colosseum underground, or Hypogeum, was the stadium's hidden engine room. Beneath the arena floor lay a two-story network of tunnels and cages. Here, workers, gladiators, and wild animals waited in darkness. Using manual pulleys and wooden elevators, crews hoisted beasts and fighters through trapdoors. This created sudden, dramatic entrances that thrilled 50,000 spectators above. It is the ultimate backstage to Roman history. option 2 - Exclusive Arena Floor Full Experience Step onto the Colosseum Arena Floor through the Gladiator’s Gate for an exclusive, guided journey into Roman history.. Stand where historic battles took place and look out over the ancient stands. Your tour continues with a panoramic view of Palatine Hill to uncover Rome's founding legends, followed by an expert exploration of the temples and markets within the iconic Roman Forum. Option 3 - Colosseum Regular entrance private guided tour including the Ancient Rome

Explore the Colosseum's underground, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on a guided tour in Rome. Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants for a personal touch.

Step into the heart of Ancient Rome with a private Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor tour, designed for travelers who want to experience the most exclusive areas of the Colosseum with a professional private guide. Discover the hidden world beneath the Colosseum and learn how gladiators, wild animals, and ancient performers were prepared for the legendary Roman games. Your private guide will bring the history of the Colosseum Underground to life as you explore the passages and spaces beneath the arena. Then step onto the Arena Floor, where gladiators once faced enormous crowds during the spectacular games of Ancient Rome. After your private guided Colosseum experience, continue your visit through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Here, enjoy the freedom to explore independently and at your own pace. Walk among ancient temples, basilicas, arches, and imperial ruins in the Roman Forum, once the political and religious center of Ancient Rome.

Choose a fantastic journey in Rome: you will see Ancient Rome come back to life! Thanks to this tour, you will discover the Colosseum and its surrounding area in a unique way. Your tour guide is an expert archaeologist that will share his knowledge and passion with you. Through the stories of ancient Rome, you will admire historical palaces and gardens, be able to spot hidden details and learn amazing facts about culture, art and architecture.

Descend into the Colosseum Underground with your private guide, exploring the tunnels and chambers where gladiators prepared for battle and wild beasts awaited their dramatic entrance into the arena. Step beyond the ordinary with an exclusive, fully private visit to Celio’s underground lakes. Only you, your guide, and a professional speleologist will explore this hidden world of ancient quarries and glistening subterranean waters. Experience Rome like a VIP, with seamless logistics, expert storytelling, and access to two of the most elusive and breathtaking underground sites in the Eternal City.

The Colosseum underground tour is a must for history enthusiasts, an amazing opportunity to step back in time, witness the hidden areas of one of the world's most iconic ancient structures. This tour offers a unique, immersive experience into the ancient history of Rome. Visitors will get to explore areas of the Colosseum that are typically off-limits to general public, providing you a deeper understanding of the monument's architecture and historical significance. We not only visit the Colosseum Underground areas but walk out on the Colosseum Arena where battles once took place. You will learn about daily lives of gladiators, types of games, events held in the Colosseum, the social, political significance of these spectacles in Roman culture all from a local tour guide. This tour also includes entrance into the Roman Forum with highlights of the Palatine hill. The Roman Forum was the heart of ancient Rome, serving as a public space for commerce, politics, social gatherings.

Tour the Colosseum in Rome with this private 3-hour tour. Enjoy access to the areas of the Colosseum, including places normally off-limits to visitors. Explore the Colosseum's underground chambers and see where wild animals were caged. See the arena where gladiators once fought. Next, visit the Roman Forum to see the most important archaeological sites of Rome.

Join our Colosseum Underground and Arena Exclusive Private Tour to visit the Hypogeum and Arena levels of Rome's iconic monument via restricted, limited access. Explore the subterranean tunnels where gladiators prepared for combat and discover the complex system of corridors, hidden trap doors, and chambers used to house exotic animals. Continue to the first and second tiers of the Colosseum to learn about the engineering genius behind this extraordinary structure. Following the Colosseum, you will visit the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum with your guide. As one of the largest archaeological areas in the world, these ruins serve as a lasting testament to a civilization that ruled for centuries and whose legacy remains unparalleled.

Enjoy a private 3-hour guided tour of ancient Rome with a professional guide, choosing from three Colosseum access options: REGULAR LEVELS Choose this option for a 1-hour guided tour of the Colosseum's Regular Levels, followed by a 1.5-hour guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Arena Floor and Underground access are NOT included. ARENA FLOOR Choose this option for a 1-hour guided Colosseum tour with direct backdoor access to the Arena Floor, and enjoy the gladiators’ perspective, followed by a 1.5-hour guided tour to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Regular Levels and Underground access are NOT included. UNDERGROUND For the most complete experience, choose the underground option. You’ll visit the Regular Levels, Arena Floor, and Underground in a 1-hour guided tour, followed by a 1.5-hour guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Please note that the Upper Levels of the Colosseum are not included in any option. Please note that the order of visit may vary.

Explore the Colosseum like an insider on this exclusive Underground (Hypogeum) Tour, limited to a small group of no more than 7 guests for a more personal and immersive experience. Led by a licensed expert guide, this tour reveals the hidden layers of Rome’s most iconic monument. Descend into the Colosseum Underground, where gladiators and wild animals once awaited their fate. Walk through ancient tunnels, hear fascinating stories of the games’ preparations, and feel the intense atmosphere of this restricted area. Then step onto the Arena Floor, a rare privilege that lets you stand where gladiators once fought as the crowd roared above. Your tour also includes tickets for the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, which you can explore at your own pace after the guided visit. Wander through the ruins of the Forum and enjoy stunning panoramic views from Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome.

Take a break from the crowds and join us! We take you in using the special access, the one used by the gladiators! Our professional tour guide will take you directly to the arena floor. This area is not opened to the general public, so that is the best place to take some pictures to put on Facebook. After the arena, the guide will walk you around One of the seven wonders of the world