Colosseum Exclusive Arena floor and Ancient Rome Guided Tour
Rome, Italy
2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (Approx.)
Offered in: English
Overview
Walk with us on the path of the famous gladiators of Rome and recreate their stories and the historical events that took place on the sand-covered arena floor within the walls of the Colosseum.
You will beat the rush on your trip by avoiding the lengthy ticket queues to travel deep inside the Colosseum's walls to explore its many mysteries and history gory.
Walk in the footsteps of the Roman gladiators through the Libitinaria Gate of Death (a special entrance not open to the general public) and see through their eyes as they combat in violent confrontations with other gladiators, wild animals, and convicted criminals.
Join us on the Colosseum Arena and Ancient Rome Tour and stand in the sandals of the greatest warriors of ancient Rome.
You will beat the rush on your trip by avoiding the lengthy ticket queues to travel deep inside the Colosseum's walls to explore its many mysteries and history gory.
Walk in the footsteps of the Roman gladiators through the Libitinaria Gate of Death (a special entrance not open to the general public) and see through their eyes as they combat in violent confrontations with other gladiators, wild animals, and convicted criminals.
Join us on the Colosseum Arena and Ancient Rome Tour and stand in the sandals of the greatest warriors of ancient Rome.
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Professional English speaking guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Bottled water
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
This is a real exclusive guided tour. You will avoid lines and crowds, getting directly inside the Colosseum Arena. Walk in the footsteps of the Roman gladiators through the "Libitinaria" Gate of Death (A special entrance not open to the general public) and see through their eyes as they battle in violent confrontations with other gladiators, wild animals, and condemned criminals. You will enjoy a special perspective of the Colosseum, feeling like a real gladiator during the ludus gladiatorius.
Your guide will tell you all about gladiators fighting and will tell many stories about fool emperors who played in the arena as gladiators against wild beasts. From the arena floor, you will also have a view directly above of the undergrounds.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Your exclusive guided tour will continue with the Colosseum first and second rings. Admire the incredible engineering genius of the Romans and hear about the incredible speed at which they were able to build.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
An expert English speaking guide will take you on a journey back in time, recreating the amazing history and mysteries of the centre of ancient Rome. You will venture up to the Palatine Hill home to the most affluent of ancient Romans, hosting the best view over the centre of the city (A perfect place for pictures). On the Palatine Hill, we will tell you the legend of Romulus and Remus, the brothers abandoned as infants and raised by a she wolf. The legend says that the two brothers fought one against the other for power control, between the two, Romulus was the winner and then the founder of Rome.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
And then moving down the hill to explore the famous Roman Forum, the centre of life in ancient Rome where many of the oldest and most important buildings were located and the venue for public speeches, elections, criminal trials, and single combat gladiatorial matches. The enchantment of the Roman Forum - where the main market took place - and the Sacred Way - the triumphal road where the Centurions of Caesar marched after their return from the countless battles and conquests.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- There is moderate amount of walking involved.
- The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attractions administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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