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

1

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 minutesAdmission 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 minutesAdmission Included

Options

8 People Max English Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Reviews

4.41

46 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Perfect amount of time and knowledge! Loved it!

    susan s,

    Jul 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    George was informative, charming and overall great guide. Tour was perfect for anyone who in interested in the history and inner/workings of gladiator and Colosseum ! We loved it. It was a bit expensive but the perfect amount of time and info for us !! Highly recommend.

  • Francesca was a brilliant...

    Christa N,

    Jul 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Francesca was a brilliant tour guide. The tour was well organized, informative and entertaining. Would highly recommend this semiprivate tour.

  • Awesome Guide.

    Sam C,

    Jul 2, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was a very hot day but our guide was very careful with pacing and finding shade for us. She told a fantastic story of the Colloseum and imparted many small details. Thank you.

  • Highly Recommend!

    Amy B,

    Jun 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our guide was so knowledgeable and moved us through smoothly! She answered our questions and pointed out things about the colosseum we would have never thought to look for. It was a great tour!

  • Good but not worth price

    Luv S,

    Jun 1, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Went to the underground level of the Colosseum. It was pretty cool to see, but not sure it was worth the price of the tour. I think a different tour of the arena floor and 2nd level would have been just as good and cost much less. Definitely worth going inside though, no matter what tour you choose.

From EUR 69

4.41
46 reviews