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Exclusivity, privacy, and entertainment, are the words that perfectly describe the experience provided by this tour!
The Colosseum is heavily visited for its famous tiered seating arrangements and the arena floor. Because of that, its underground level remains rarely explored. In this tour, you and your small group will have the occasion to travel down into the monument’s dungeons where gladiators awaited their frightful future and wild animals from the world’s most exotic regions were kept. As you visit these underground chambers, you will see the remains of what were once elevators, trap doors, and cages. Rest assured that our team of experts will be able to handle all of your questions about the ancient Roman Empire, and since this is a semi-private tour, each of our customers will benefit from more time and attention coming from our dedicated guide.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet your guide in Via del Colosseo nr 31, in front of Caffe Roma, above the second floor of the Colosseum metro stop(blue line).
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.
Important: Please note that large bags, backpacks, and/or suitcases are not permitted in the Colosseum. 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 Colosseum
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The Colosseum tour will last approximately 1.5 hour
Please be advised that the Colosseum's capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure
This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
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.
Pets are not allowed inside the venue
Entrance is strictly limited so you must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your departure time. Anyone who arrives after their time slot cannot be accommodated or refunded
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.
The tour time can differ by 30 minutes. Please confirm with your provider your tour time 1 week prior to your tour date.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional, English speaking guide for the Colosseum
Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Skip-the-line entrance ticket to Colosseum Underground, Arena & Ancient Rome
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Palatine Hill and Ancient Rome guided tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operated by The Ultimate Italy
30 reviews
ChiHui C,
Feb 11, 2024
What a great experience. Rita was incredible.She’s fabulous guide. Very knowledgeable and approachable.She was detailed and clear in educating us about the Colosseum and the Forum.We learned a lot in great atmosphere. I would strongly suggest this tour to anyone.
Mara R,
Jan 2, 2024
We had a great time but we didn’t get to go underground- only on the arena floor. (Although we loved the arena floor).
Jeffrey J,
Oct 12, 2023
Vitamaria was excellent! Extremely knowledgeable and engaging with everyone. Fantastic experience! The underground portion of the tour was outstanding.
BRYAN D,
Sep 30, 2023
It’s was very hot. Be prepared for a lot of walking. Very in depth tour but next time I would break it into forum and then the next day Colisium
Mark B,
Aug 24, 2023
We after for the colossian underground and it was unbelievable to see how that was put together period hard to believe this massive feet of Engineering was done with nothing but manual labor and hand tools and only took nine years to complete.