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1 hour 40 minutes
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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
Meeting Point: Via dei Fori Imperiali, 25, 00186 Rome (RM) Please meet in front of the Tourist Information Point at Fori Imperiali. Our coordinators will be identifiable by their “The Ultimate Italy” t-shirts.
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.
Purchasing the guided tour, you are acknowledging and consenting that the Colosseum Underground admission fee is 24 € for adults, along with a 2 € booking fee, and free entry for children under 18. The remaining amount covers professional licensed tour guide along with other services, headsets, booking fees, and tour amenities. The tour operator provides transparency and is looking to ensure your understanding of the cost breakdown, enabling you to fully appreciate the value of the guided tour.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Meeting Point: Via dei Fori Imperiali, 25, 00186 Rome (RM) Please meet in front of the Tourist Information Point at Fori Imperiali. Our coordinators will be identifiable by their “The Ultimate Italy” t-shirts.
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.
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
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hilary H,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
It was raining the whole time, but still worth it! The underground part was incredible and our guide was super knowledgable.
Jay S,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
Our guide was Carmelo and he was very informative, a fantastic guide. The underground section is a must do. So much more to see below the floor level, and to stand on the floor level and to look up was amazing. Small group setting was also a bonus for Q&A.
Peter B,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
Loved the digital addition to the tour that was added recently while on the underground portion of the tour. We also saw the arena and first floor levels.
Jason R,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
Highly recommend this tour. From the initial check in point to the actual tour guide everything was professional, informative and easy to follow. Would definitely use this company again.
rdxv26wcm4,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
Tour left without me and my daughter before the time on my entrance ticket and the time on Viator still listed. The employee who met us gave us our ticket to the special entrance and a Colosseum employee ushered us around with a couple of other tours.
Ryan C,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Novella was a fantastic guide! She was very kind and knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend the Underground tour because you get to see the Colosseum from a different point of view not everyone gets to see. The only complication we had was finding the meeting point. It would have been better if there were more details/ directions.
Jane R,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Novella is very knowledgeable and points out certain artifacts to us. I love how detailed to us not just about the historical facts but what else to do and see in Rome
Jennifer V,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
Was great to get away from all the other people, a small group with an excellent guide. Recommended if you want to get off the beaten track
lauren d,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
I'm so glad we did the underground instead of the regular tour! So many mor cool things! Out guide was great and very knowledgeable and we were away from the big crowds nearly the entire time. Also being able to use the ticket for the forum and Palatine Hill the next day was really nice. Highly recommend!
Dominick G,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
Colosseum was pretty packed but the guide tour was great. Daniella was great, explained everything to us, got us in quick and was super sweet. The underground was awesome and seeing how the Gladiators caught was amazing. Lot of fun with the group and guide. Well worth it with a guide, only way to go.
Operated by The Ultimate Italy