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Colosseum Gladiator's Arena tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

19 Reviews 4.05 out of 5 stars Based on 19 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy

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Overview

The relics and ruins of the once-mighty Roman Empire lie scattered across the vast territories it once occupied, but nowhere do we find such impressive remains as in the city of Rome itself. This tour is for no more than 25 people, which will make the tour highly intimate, but fun at the same time.
The world of Ancient Rome cannot be fully understood without exposure to the history of the Roman Forum, and so after the Colosseum, you will follow your guide in a journey to explore the magical Roman Forum.
Every single monument of Rome holds remarkable historical baggage, but the history of the Roman Forum is a history of power, society, and discipline.
Exclusivity, privacy, and entertainment, are the words that perfectly describe the experience provided by this tour!

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Via della Salara Vecchia
00186 Roma RM, Italy

This tour will end at the Roman Forum.

What To Expect

Via del Colosseo, 31

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).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum

You will enter the Colosseum through the back door, also called the Gladiator's Gate. This entrance allows you to have a spectacular view of the monument's interior, being on top of the Colosseum Underground.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

The Forum and Palatine are also guided with priority access to both. The relics and ruins of the once-mighty Roman Empire lie scattered across the vast territories it once occupied, but nowhere do we find such impressive remains as in the city of Rome itself. In this tour, you will be using a VIP entrance, through the back door of the Colosseum, which will take you and your small group straight inside the walls of the monument without wasting any time in the long ticket lines. This tour is for no more than 25 people, which will make the tour highly intimate, but fun at the same time. The world of Ancient Rome cannot be understood fully without exposure to the history of the Roman Forum and so after the Colosseum, you will follow your guide in a journey to explore the magical Roman Forum. Exclusivity, privacy, and entertainment are the words that perfectly describe the experience provided by this tour!
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the officials for safety reasons)
  • There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The waiting time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
  • You are not allowed with knives, glass bottles or large backpacks inside of the Archeological area.

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: All taxes, fees and handling charges.Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person).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 and Roman Forum.Headsets to hear the guide clearly. The following is NOT included: Gratuities.Hotel pickup and drop-off. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-21985P38

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Average 4.05 out of 5 stars based on 19 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • 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 and Roman Forum
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The starting time could be subject to change. Do not book this tour on your day of travel or on the same day as another tour (refunds will not be given to customers that cannot attend an updated start time). Updated information will be emailed as soon as any changes are made
  • The tour can start at either the Colosseum or the Palatine Hill/Roman Forum
  • The tour will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the officials for safety reasons)
  • There are mandatory security checks at all entry points to the sites. The waiting time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
  • You are not allowed with knives, glass bottles or large backpacks inside of the Archeological area.
  • The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your tour departure time. 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.
  • The names provided during the booking process must match the ID provided at the entrance of the Colosseum
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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