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Take a minute to marvel at one of the world's most iconic monuments, the Colosseum. Our special access tour will let you enter the Colosseum through the 'Gate of Life' walking directly onto the arena floor, just as the gladiators did centuries ago. Once inside, feel the sand under your feet, experience the grandeur of the arena from a gladiator’s perspective and get an up-close view of the underground. Your expert tour guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand, as you wander through arches and climb ancient stone steps, in this magnificent amphitheater.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
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.
The meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the officials for safety reasons)
There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The wait time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
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.
If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Entrance Fees
Professional Licensed tour guide
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Headsets
Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Operated by Show Me Italy
225 reviews
Jenny S,
Mar 16, 2025
What an amazing experience!! One of my favorite things I’ve ever done. My whole family loved it. Super interesting and beautiful. Our guide Max was fantastic. He is super funny, charming, knowledgeable and made the experience perfect! You definitely want him as your guide.
Inne D,
Mar 5, 2025
Very good and complete tour. The guide knew a lot and was very funny. He was very patient with the group.
Curtis B,
Feb 1, 2025
This was our first time in Rome.Marcello took his time explaining all the details of Rome. He ensured that the group stayed together and if anyone couldn’t make it through the tour to let him know. We too frequent breaks and Marcello spend extra time with the group to answer questions. The before and after photos of the colosseum was amazing. Thanks Marcello for all your humor jokes, you kept the group attentive.
Karyn D,
Jan 5, 2025
This was the first visit to Rome for 3 of my children, so of course, the Colosseum was high on their list to experience. Lorenzo was such a wonderful guide. He really brought the history to life and shared details from Ancient Rome through the time of Mussolini. We did not feel rushed and had plenty of opportunity to bask in the magnificence of not only the Colosseum, but also Palatine Hill and the Forum. Lorenzo was also so generous in responding to questions and engaged with everyone in such a pleasant manner.
Glen D,
Nov 27, 2024
Colosseum was ok. The ruins were better. It was probably because of our tour guide. Didn’t like our tour guide. He said over and over and over everything was built for propaganda. Not very descriptive. He was always in a hurry.
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