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Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 40 minutes

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services

Professional, English speaking guide for the Colosseum

Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)

Headsets to hear your guide clearly

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Palatine Hill and Ancient Rome guided tour

What To Expect

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Meet your guide at Via del Colosseo, 31. Our check-in staff will be waiting for you next to a blue flag and next to Caffe Roma, under the plate 31 of the street.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
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Colosseum

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. While exploring the Colosseum underground, your guide will describe a typical scene in the preparations for a performance.

45 minutes • Admission Included

Options

8 People Max English Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Reviews

4.50

54 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Best tour we’ve done....

    Linda A,

    Sep 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Best tour we’ve done. Small group is the only way to really enjoy everything. I highly recommend the underground tour.

  • Worth every penny!

    Gemma G,

    Sep 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very knowledgeable guide, underground part seemed quite rushed but was glad we got to go and experience the rest of the colosseum afterwards. We found the tour with no problems and received an informed message with all the details of the meeting point. Our guide was super knowledgeable and took photos for us as we went round. Our ticket also included access to the Roman forum, but we unfortunately ran out of time for this. Loved every second of it!

  • How it all worked.

    Pattie K,

    Aug 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    A lot of walking but well worth it! We would define y do it again! Great knowledgeable tour guide. A great experience in all.

  • Amazing tour and perfect...

    Jamie M,

    Aug 12, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Amazing tour and perfect amount of time. Our tour guide was great and by far went above our expectations.

  • Excellent tour. Guide was...

    Robert B,

    Aug 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent tour. Guide was very knowledgeable. Required a lot of walking including several sets of stairs.

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