Colosseum Underground Private Tour with Palatine Hill & Forum

5.0 (51 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration3h 10m
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

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.

What's included

  • Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person
  • Headsets for groups of 6 or more
  • Full tour from an expert guide
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Language: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese.
  • Entrance Fee
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and return
  • Food and drink

What to expect

  1. Roman Forum
    1h 5m · Admission ticket included
    Discover the fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum. See where Julius Caesar was assassinated and all the amazing architecture — including Temples and Victory Arches — of the Roman Forum.
  2. Palatine Hill
    1h 5m · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy an amazing view of Ancient and modern Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill; once the home of Rome's Emperors. See where the Emperors lived and discover the true stories of their luxurious lifestyles.
  3. Colosseum
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Experience all the drama of the Colosseum, the world's most iconic amphitheater. Head underground to discover how men and beasts prepared for the fierce gladiatorial battles. Enjoy a walking tour of the amphitheater to see how mighty it is for yourself.
  4. Arch of Constantine
    Pass by
    As you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
  5. Arco di Settimio Severo
    Pass by
    See one of the best-preserved Roman Victory Arches in the world.
  6. Arco di Tito
    Pass by
    See the victory arch which inspired the design of the Arc de Triomphe.
  7. Via Sacra
    Pass by
    Once Ancient Rome's main street, the Via Sacra runs from the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.
  8. Basilica Aemilia
    Pass by
    One of the greatest Basilicas of secular Ancient Rome.
  9. Tempio di Antonino e Faustina
    Pass by
    See the beautiful Ancient Roman Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, which was converted into a church in the 7th century.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • If it rains heavily the Colosseum may close the Underground Section without notice. in this case your guide will further explore other sections of the Colosseum and archaeological site.
  • Please note that sprays are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
  • NB: We will be able to confirm the underground section one month prior to the tour. In the event we are unable to secure tickets to the underground section we will offer a special entrance to the Tiberian House in the Forum.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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