Gladiator’s Gate: Special Access Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Get a gladiator’s view of the Colosseum, then explore the Roman Forum on a walking tour through the heart of ancient Rome. With special access ticket, you'll enter the arena via the Gladiator’s Gate, stand where gladiators once fought, hear tales of ruthless crowds and emperors, then explore the Colosseum’s first and second levels with your guide. Finish with a tour of Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum with even more stories that bring the ruins to life.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
3:30 PM only: Access to Roman Forum SUPER Site. Please note: this option DOES NOT include the Arena Floor.
This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.
The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted.
A government-issued ID or passport is required for all participants. Without an ID, security may deny entry to the monument. All guests, including children, must bring ID on tour day.
The Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill may close occasionally. We'll notify you of any changes in advance if possible. For last-minute closures, updates will be given at the start of the tour.
Walks is an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Local English-speaking guide
Small group of 16 guests maximum
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
Time at leisure in the Roman Forum after the tour ends(unless taking the Super Sites guided tour)
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
If VIP Caesar & Colosseum option selected: Visit the incredible Roman Forum SUPER Sites.
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
What To Expect
Colosseum
Meet your guide near the formidable hulk of the Colosseum, the gigantic arena that drew Romans of all walks of life to watch violent fights between gladiators and beasts. Bypass the crowds and head straight inside, entering the Colosseum through a special gate once used by gladiators themselves. Walk right onto the arena floor—an area not usually accessible to the public—and learn about the harrowing events that took place here for entertainment's sake centuries ago. 9 AM tour only: Join a small group of maximum eight guests for an intimate and personalized journey through history.
The adventure continues at the Roman Forum. You’ll appreciate having a historian as a guide here. As you wander the streets, they can make sense of the ruins for you, pointing out the subtle differences that reveal whether the structure is a moneylender’s shop, public bath, or any number of common ancient structures. Learn what life was like in the days of Caesar, Nero, and Hadrian, and how Roman society functioned.
Options
Arena Express Tour
Duration: 2 hours
w/ Forum & Palatine Hill: Please note: This tour does not include the upper levels of the Colosseum.
Private - Gladiator's Gate
Join a private Colosseum tour, exploring the Gladiator's Gate, amphitheater, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
VIP Caesar Palace & Colosseum
With Colosseum & Roman Forum : Experience Ancient Rome like a VIP with the Colosseum SUPER Sites access. Pls note: this option DOES NOT include Arena Floor.
Colosseum & Arena Tour
Reviews
4,005 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great overview
MARYANNE M,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wear comfortable sjoes and be ready for the uneven surfaces and steep stairs. If you do that - the tour was wonferful and our guide easy to meet up with and start the tour.
Knowledgeable tour guide
Ginger B,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the arena floor tour. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept the tour moving. He used photos to educate us and the group size was just right.
Nightmare EXPERIENCE!!!!!
C4972ODdonm,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We were with walks/devour- and it was awful. The guide, ValentIna., was rude and not accommodating at all. One of my party, which does not hear well, asked if we could wait for the group and not climb Palatine Hill. She refused to discuss it and said if you left the group, you would have to give her your radio. My friend discovered he had left his phone at the security check point. And he went back to get it. She got very upset and told us his wife would HAVE TO GO GET HIM IMMEDIATELY ( she was so worried about the radio) she was getting more agitated and told MY WIFE to go get her husband (not his wife). He called his wife and said he had the phone and was on his way back, She kept insisting that we go get him while he was in route back. She kept insisting that we go get him and his wife and mine explained he was coming. My wife told her she was not listening - he was on his way. My friend arrived and she was still ranting about the radio. Rather than make a big argument, I took off my radio and told her we were done. Meanwhile, she kept the rest of the group waiting while she rated about her radio. I was aggravated and disappointed because we paid a lot of money for this tour and we did not get to see it. Her rudeness and lack of concern about the entire group was inexcusable. I wouldn’t give a one on the ratings if there was a lower number. The lack of professionalism is appalling and IWOLD NEVER RECOMMEND THIS TO ANYONE. I wasted over $600.00 dollars.
Very informative guide (...
Anthony B,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative guide ( Sev) Great communicator, well prepared and presented. Enough said really!!!
Davide was extremely...
Craig M,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Davide was extremely knowledgeable which added a lot to the Colosseum tour. He took the time to explain things thoroughly and we never felt rushed, which added to thrle experience. I'd also add his dry sense of humour was a hit with us. Overall it was well worth the price and I'd highly recommend them as a tour operator.
Loved it!
judithtR1499CS,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience and Nicola was so engaging and knowledgeable - his clear enthusiasm for the topic really came across
Fantastic Rome Experience!
Traveler23170668332,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manuela was the perfect guide for this tour!! She was very knowledgeable about the Colosseum and the history of the surrounding area; but more imporantly, she was also very enthusiastic. This was a full 3-1/2 hour tour, and it went by so quickly because of Manuela's fantastic observations and discussion. I highly recommend this tour! Also, the meeting location, across the street from a cafe, was great. We had a wonderful meal/drinks at the cafe (yes, it is touristy... but it was delicious) prior to the tour. Not sure what is more cool, than having a meal while looking across the street to the Colosseum, absolutely wonderful.
Super tour
mikebR7749VV,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely fascinating day. Nicola was very knowledgeable and really helped us understand the history. Filled in a lot of gaps in my knowledge!
GREAT tour and guide
Y8836NLshannonl,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gigi was an EXCELLENT guide. He made the made the entire experience interesting and fun! We learned so much. It was well worth the price.
It was a really great and...
Shawna T,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a really great and informative experience. Our guide was great. However the tour stated small size 16 people or less and we were well over 16 people. Other than having a larger group the tour was great.
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