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Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor, Small Group Guided Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy the most exclusive and suggestive areas of the Colosseum.
Visit the Underground and walk into its tunnels: you will almost hear the air resonate with their fierce battle cries, and the growls of the hungry animals ready to feast on their prey. Gaze in the dim light of those narrow cells and feel the pull of ancient history.
And finally enjoy the Arena floor, the central sand-covered wooden platform where the fights took place. Take amazing photos from the panoramic terrace.
Live an unforgettable experience, immersing yourself in the glorious past of the Eternal City.

What's Included

  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets
  • The guides will be happy to accept tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Largo della Salara Vecchia
Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Piazza del Colosseo
1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Colosseum

Enjoy the most exclusive areas of the Colosseum, where most visitors cannot access: the “Hypogeum” (or Underground level) and the Arena floor.The Hypogeum is a suggestive place, with narrow corridors and large blocks of travertine, where gladiators waited for the moment of glory. As you wander deep into its tunnels, you will almost hear the air resonate with their fierce battle cries, and the growls of the hungry animals ready to feast on their prey.The underground Colosseum was the behind-the-scenes of the deadly spectacles of the Flavian Amphitheatre. You will admire fragments of the original floor, the ancient drainage system, the rooms where gladiators waited to fight, the animals cages. You will see the reconstruction of an ancient lift which, anchored to a system of trapdoors above, connected the underground with the Arena floor, the central sand-covered wooden platform where the fights took place (‘arena’ was the Latin word for ‘sand’).
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

After the visite of the Underground, you will also access in the center stage of the Arena floor, the central sand-covered wooden platform where the fights took place (‘arena’ was the Latin word for ‘sand’). Here you will enjoy one of the best panoramic view of the Colosseum, imagining how the gladiators used to feel once appeared in front of 80.000 people before fighting. Access through the special Gate of Death and have your camera ready to take amazing pictures on the Colosseum.Finally the tour will continue on the first and second tiers of the Colosseum. Here, the panoramic terraces will give you an excellent opportunity to take more stunning photos and admire the monument from a privileged position. Learn more about its history, the bloody games it hosted, and loads of anecdotes and curiosities. For example, why is the Colosseum called Colosseum? How many types of games were held there? Even the Naval Battles? How did Romans flood the Colosseum?
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Foro Romano

Your tour will then lead you on a journey through history, visiting the area of the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. The Roman Forum was the political, administrative and social heart of Rome, today one of the most extraordinary archaeological areas, where the illustrious past of the city echoes in the suggestive ruins of its ancient monuments.Explore the public spaces, sacred temples and market areas where the daily life of the Romans unfolded. Admire the the Basilicas in the Roman Forum where the great administrative trials took place and the great orators made their famous speeches. Walk along the Sacred Way where the religious processions paraded; pause in the Temple of Vesta where the Vestal Virgins guarded the sacred fire of the city and kept it alight. History has never been so alive!
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Palatine Hill

Finish your journey through history among the majestic ruins of the Palatine Hill, where Romulus is said to have founded the city in 753 B.C. You will discover the glorious past of Rome, the life of Mark Antony, Cleopatra, Julius Caesar, the luxurious residences of Roman emperors and their daily life. There is no more exclusive or entertaining way to step back in time and immerse yourself in Ancient Rome’s history.Don’t miss this unique sightseeing experience in Rome! Book your VIP Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill now! The tour has limited availability.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor, Small Group Guided Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor, Small Group Guided Tour?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Headsets.
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Guided tour of the Colosseum and Arena floor.
  • Guided tour of the Roman Forum.
  • Guided tour of the Underground with an official guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • The guides will be happy to accept tips.
Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What's Included

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  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Guided tour of the Colosseum and Arena floor
  • Guided tour of the Roman Forum
  • Guided tour of the Underground with an official guide
  • The guides will be happy to accept tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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