Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor & Roman Forum | Semi-Private Tour

4.9 (289 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

Revel in an experience once reserved for gladiators alone as you walk through the ancient gates that lead to the Colosseum Arena Floor.

This carefully crafted itinerary includes the Gladiators Gate of the Colosseum and the Arena floor, plus the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to give you a complete perspective on one of history’s most epic civilizations.

Not only will you be following in the footsteps of gladiators, you’ll also get a 360° panorama from where it was possible to see all 50,000 bloodthirsty spectators with a brilliantly executed narrative from a passionate guide.

After your guided Colosseum tour, you’ll head past the Arch of Constantine and into the Roman Forum.

You’ll never be a number in a small group of only 12 people or fewer. This Colosseum Tour allows for the personal attention you won’t find with larger groups.

What's included

  • Expert English Speaking Guide
  • Full tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Semi - Private Tour
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with Arena Floor special access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Hotel Pick Up - Drop Off

What to expect

  1. Colosseum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    If you’ve been dreaming about visiting Rome’s iconic Flavian Amphitheater then this gladiator’s Arena Colosseum Tour is for you. After avoiding wainting in long lines, and heading to this amazing edifice’s backdoor, a.k.a. ‘the gladiator’s entrance’, you’ll be treated to sections that are completely closed off to standard ticket-holders. Our Colosseum Tour with arena floor access lets you stand exactly where the heat of the action took place.

    Seeing the Colosseum from these totally unique perspectives is an emotional rush, heightened by the captivating historic narrative supplied by your passionate guide, who’ll separate fact from myth on one of the most intriguing sites in the world. Find out what each area of the Colosseum was used for, the engineering feats behind every brick, and how this bloodthirsty ring reflected the political and social values of Ancient Rome herself.
  2. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Following your exclusive Colosseum tour, we'll visit the adjacent triumphal arch – a towering masterpiece in white marble, which brims with intriguing details. Emperor Constantine had the monument erected in 315 AD to commemorate his victory over Maxentius a few years earlier – a battle he claimed to have won with the help of Christ himself. Despite his assertion, there are no Christian symbols in the arc. Instead, there are statues of Dacian prisoners and reliefs picturing Marcus Aurelius giving bread to the poor. The inside of the arch shows Emperor Trajan’s victory over the Dacians.
  3. Roman Forum
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Avoid waiting in lines to enter the Roman Forum too, where you'll find yourself immersed in what once was the pulsing heart of one of the greatest ancient civilizations the world has ever known. See the incredible ruins of temples, and timeless columns as your guide wanders through the pages of history together for an incredible portrait of Ancient Rome.
  4. Palatine Hill
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Overshadowed by the Colosseum and Roman Forum, in reality, it’s the Palatine Hill that casts its shadow over both. Legend says it was here that Romulus founded Rome, setting the history we all know in motion, and the archaeological record confirms settlements began on this hilltop as early as the 8th century BC.

    This hill was so lavish in its heyday that the word “palace” actually derives from it. Follow your guide for some of the best views of the Caput Mundi, looking over the Forum on one side, the Circus Maximus on the other, and explore the extravagant remains of many an imperial palace.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour begins outside the “Colosseo” metro station (Line B - ground level). Your guide will be waiting in front of the green kiosk, holding a sign with the ‘What a Life Tours’ logo on it. Please remember that Rome’s streets can be confusing, we recommend allowing extra time in case you get lost.

End point

The tour ends just outside the Roman Forum, where your tour guide can show you some great spots for dinner!

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Names on the reservation MUST be the same as your ID or YOU WILL BE REFUSED ENTRY to the Colosseum.
  • Please bring a valid ID document (no photocopies!) for each participant - documents will be checked and they must match the names on the voucher.
  • The final start time of the tour might be updated up to a week in advance as there can be some changes for logistical reasons.
  • Please plan on being at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time.
  • We are unable to accommodate late arrivals as we have a timed entrance to respect. Missed tours due to late arrivals are non-refundable. Please allow extra time to reach the meeting point as Rome's streets can be confusing.
  • The itinerary is subject to change depending on the timed entry slot of the Colosseum.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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