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Experience the Colosseum like never before! Explore the underground dungeons and witness ancient Rome's iconic sites with an expert guide.
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(4,309)
Leigh
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Christiane
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Go beyond the usual visit—explore the Underground chambers where gladiators and wild animals awaited their fate before battle.
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Walk through tunnels, holding cells, and trapdoors, uncovering the hidden mechanics behind Rome’s legendary spectacles.
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Step onto the Arena Floor and experience the Colosseum from a gladiator’s perspective.
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Climb the seating tiers and visit the on-site museum to see ancient artifacts that tell the story of Rome’s grandest arena.
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Upgrade to include a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where temples, basilicas, and triumphal arches bring ancient Rome to life.
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For a more intimate experience, choose a small-group tour (max 8 guests). It’s a bit pricier, but the personalized attention makes it worth it!
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- Guided tour of the Colosseum & Underground
- English, Portuguese, French, Italian, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Exclusive Arena Floor access
- Exclusive Underground access
- Access to the Colosseum tier 1 & 2 and Museum
- Guided tour of Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with priority access (as per option selected)
- Small group of max 6 people (as per option selected)
- Headsets
- Access to upper floors
- Hotel transfers
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Canada and over 30 countries have loved this experience
Leigh
Jul, 2025Verified booking
This tour was amazing, despite the crowds we got straight in. It was well organised with good communication about the meeting point and itinerary. Our tour guide Marketa was fantastic, friendly and knowledgeable. This was a great way to kickstart our visit to Rome and would highly recommend it.Julia
May, 2025Verified booking
Honestly, bypassing the chaos. We saved so much time and our tour guide was wonderful. Highly recommend. Bonus: The tickets include entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. So we enjoyed that after taking a break for lunch.
Robert
May, 2025Verified booking
Our guide had an extraordinary amount of detailed knowledge about the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and was able to tell us a lot about life at that time. This and also the top organization of the event made everything a great experience. Robert from Munich
Rebecca
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Polina the guide was very informative and funny, i enjoyed learning about what happened behind the scenes doing the events
Harold
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Marketa was a fantastic guide and teacher. The underground/arena floor was our favorite part of the colosseum itself, but we were not ready for the beauty of Palatine Hill and its views. We had a fantastic group and Marketa made it a very special day.
Unlock every hidden corner of the Colosseum with exclusive access to its Underground chambers, Arena Floor, and panoramic tiers.
Getting started
Arrive at the Colosseum and meet your expert guide. Skip the long lines with timed entry and proceed through security. Have your ID and ticket ready for validation before stepping inside.
What to expect at Colosseum?
One of the world’s most famous amphitheaters, the Colosseum once hosted grand gladiator battles and public spectacles.
- Descend into the Underground chambers, where gladiators and wild animals awaited their turn in the arena.
- Walk through tunnels, holding cells, and trapdoors that once fueled the Colosseum’s deadly battles.
- Step onto the Arena Floor and stand where warriors once fought under the roar of 50,000 spectators.
- Climb the seating tiers for sweeping views of the Colosseum and imagine the spectacle from a spectator’s perspective.
- Visit the on-site museum to see ancient artifacts and learn about the Colosseum’s construction and evolution.
Extend your journey into ancient Rome by upgrading to include a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, where emperors ruled and legends were born.
What's not allowed
- Large bags and luggage are not allowed as there is no cloak room service.
Accessibility
- This experience is not suitable for wheelchairs, prams, strollers, and people with mobility issues.
Additional information
- All guests must go through an airport-style security check at entry for maximum safety. Expect to stand in line, this mandatory step cannot be skipped.
- Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.
- Access to the underground is restricted to the general public. Be sure to book ahead to guarantee your spot!
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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