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About the activity
Step onto the Colosseum's Arena Floor—an experience few visitors enjoy, explore ancient temples and tombs in the Roman Forum, and visit Cesar's Palace on Palatine Hill, all with a local expert guide.
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Free cancellationCancel up to 3 days in advance for a 50% refund.
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Instant confirmation & Mobile ticketsReceive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
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Skip the lineGet priority entry. (depends on selected option)
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Live guidingEnglish, Spanish (depends on selected option)
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Duration3 hours
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Includes
- Licensed, local guide
- Entry to the Roman Forum, Caesar's Palace, and Colosseum through the guides' entrance
- Access into the Colosseum's Underground dungeons OR arena floor (you must select which option between the Underground OR arena floor)
- Access to rooms in Caesar's Palace
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
Highlights
- Venture to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with special access to new exhibits
- Learn about the ancient history from your knowledgeable guide
- Access the arena floor, walking where emperors, gladiators & prisoners walked
Description
Step into the world of ancient Rome on this exclusive Colosseum Arena Floor tour, including the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (Caesar’s Palace). With entry through the Gladiators’ Gate and a licensed guide, relive 2,000 years of history at the most iconic landmarks of the Eternal City.
Enter the Colosseum Like a Gladiator
Enter through the Gladiators’ Gate, once reserved for warriors. Stand on the arena floor, where trapdoors and elevators once launched gladiators and wild animals into combat. Feel the atmosphere of roaring crowds as you capture unforgettable photos from this unique perspective.
Discover the Colosseum’s Secrets
Hear stories of epic battles, naval reenactments, and emperors who used the games to showcase power. Learn how the Colosseum was built in just eight years, its role in Roman society, and how it became one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Explore the Roman Forum
Walk through the Roman Forum, the heart of political and religious life. See temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches, including the Arch of Titus, the Temple of Saturn, and the House of the Vestal Virgins. Your guide will bring these ruins to life with tales of ceremonies, victories, and daily life in ancient Rome.
Ascend Palatine Hill – Caesar’s Palace
Climb the legendary Palatine Hill, where emperors built their palaces. According to legend, Romulus founded Rome here in 753 BC. From the top, enjoy sweeping views of the Colosseum, Forum, and city skyline—a perfect finale to your Roman journey.
Why Book This Tour?
-Exclusive Arena Floor Access – Enter like a gladiator through a special gate.
-Optional Colosseum Underground Access (make sure you select the underground option for access to the Colosseum's Dungeons)
- Expert Licensed Guide – Discover ancient history with a specialist.
- 3-in-1 Experience – Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill in one tour.
Important Information
- Duration: About 3 hours.
- Small group option available for a more personal experience.
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Bring water and sun protection in summer.
This Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill guided tour is perfect for history lovers, families, and photographers. Walk where gladiators fought, emperors ruled, and legends began in the heart of the Eternal City.
- - Due to extremely limited tickets to Dungeons, it's difficult to secure physical tickets close to the tour date. Please book as early as possible. The tour start time may be subject to change. If an adjustment is necessary, we will notify you as soon as possible via email or phone.
- - You must provide the full name of each guest at the time of booking. We cannot secure your physical tickets until we receive the name of each guest in your booking
- -You must bring a valid ID to the Colosseum which matches the names of your reservation. Failure to bring a valid ID matching the names on your booking will result in the refusal of entry to the Colosseum by the entrance guards
Special Access to Colosseum Arena Floor
Special Access Colosseum Arena Tour-Spanish
Small-Group Colosseum Arena & Roman Forum
Colosseum Underground Dungeons with Roman Forum Temples Tour
Small-Group Colosseum Underground, Arena & Roman Forum Tour
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Adults13-99 years
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Children0-12 years
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