3-Hour Colosseum Gladiator's Arena and Ancient Rome Tour
Overview
Explore the arena floor of the Colosseum, entering through the “Gladiator’s Gate.” See the Colosseum from both the arena floor and the upper level for two unique perspectives throughout your tour. Discover the mysteries of each spectacular structure with a knowledgeable expert whose stories will bring the stones to life.
What's Included
- A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory
- Gladiators Arena Exclusive Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
- Colosseum Upper and Lower Levels Guided Tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Piazza del Colosseo
23, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Colosseum
1 hour 35 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Foro Romano
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign saying SMART WAYS TOURS in the Meeting point.
- 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.
- Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
- Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
- Police control and metal detector controls can slow the fast track entrance
- Tour may start with Roman Forum then move to Colosseum or vice versa ...
- We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone
- For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
- Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
- Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
- Entry Tickets will be provided by our guide the day of the tour
- A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory
- All Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point 15 Minutes Early
- 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.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-383455P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory.
- Gladiators Arena Exclusive Tour.
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person).
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour.
- Colosseum Upper and Lower Levels Guided Tour.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 3-Hour Colosseum Gladiator's Arena and Ancient Rome Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3-Hour Colosseum Gladiator’s Arena and Ancient Rome Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory
- Gladiators Arena Exclusive Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
- Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
- Colosseum Upper and Lower Levels Guided Tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign saying SMART WAYS TOURS in the Meeting point.
- 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.
- luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
- Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
- Police control and metal detector controls can slow the fast track entrance
- Tour may start with Roman Forum then move to Colosseum or vice versa ...
- We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone
- For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
- Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
- Tour itinerary is subject to changes in case of restrictions by local authorities
- Entry Tickets will be provided by our guide the day of the tour
- A Copy of your Passport is Mandatory
- All Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point 15 Minutes Early
- 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.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
