Guided Tours

Colosseum Underground & Arena Floor Guided Tour

Colosseum underground passageway with ancient stone walls in Rome, Italy.

Visitors exploring the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Colosseum underground ruins with ancient stone structures in Rome, Italy.

Archway passage in the underground Colosseum, Rome, with ancient stone walls and scattered ruins.

Duration

1 hr 15 min - 3 hr

Open today

Guided tour

Experience the Colosseum like never before! Explore the underground dungeons and witness ancient Rome's iconic sites with an expert guide.

4.6/5

(4,312)

Leigh

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

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.

Harold

Jul 2025

Verified booking

5/5

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.

Christiane

May 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Alessandro was a perfect guide. We were a small group of 6 people, which was ideal given the crowds in the Colosseum. Alessandro made the tour very lively, answered each of our questions in detail and even had extra footage on his tablet. He always had the well-being of all participants in mind and guided our group to shady spots for his explanations, organized the floor changes by elevator for my mother and another participant and showed us the best spots for souvenir photos. Many thanks for a great morning, Alessandro!

Exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted underground chambers, off-limits to most visitors.

Walk through 2,000-year-old tunnels, cages, and lifts that once held gladiators and wild beasts.

Step onto the reconstructed Arena Floor for a gladiator’s-eye view of the amphitheater.

Climb the panoramic tiers to see the Colosseum from an ancient spectator’s perspective.

Learn about prep zones, VIP routes, and stage mechanics from your expert guide.

Upgrade to a guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, or opt for an intimate group of 6 for a personalized experience.

Special access guided tour of the Underground and Arena Floor

Guided tour of Colosseum with reserved entry

English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

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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Leigh
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
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
5/5
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.
Rebecca
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
Polina the guide was very informative and funny, i enjoyed learning about what happened behind the scenes doing the events
Harold
Jul, 2025Verified booking
5/5
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.
Mathieu
Jun, 2025Verified booking
5/5
The guide makes the tour si interesting with her energy and her clear and complète explanations. Really good time, thanks to her.

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.

Colosseum

Monday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Tuesday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Wednesday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Thursday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Friday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Saturday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Sunday	08:30am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm

Roman Forum

Monday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Thursday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Friday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Saturday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm
Sunday	09:00am - 07:15pm	last entry 06:15pm

What to bring

Valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.

Full name of each participant (including children) must match the ID shown at entry.

What's not allowed

Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.

Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility limitations.

Additional information

Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable.

Arrive at least 15 minutes before check-in; latecomers will not be refunded.

All visitors must pass an airport-style security check. This is mandatory and may involve waiting in line.

Meeting time may change; updates will be sent via call or message.

Tours operate in all weather; in heavy rain, some areas may be closed for safety.

In July & August, tours may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.

Attraction order may vary depending on crowd conditions.

Underground access is limited—book early to secure your spot.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

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.