Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour

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| Rome, Italy

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1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

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.

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
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Professional, English speaking guide for the Colosseum

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Palatine Hill and Ancient Rome guided tour

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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

Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy

The tour will conclude inside of the Colosseum.

What To Expect

Via del Colosseo, 31

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 Ticket Free

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 Ticket Included

Colosseum

Explore the Colosseum Gladiator’s Arena and learn about the uses of this impressive building. With this 8-person group, the tour will be more individualized for you.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

Tour around the rest of the monument in the shoes of the Roman people. We will provide you with Palatine HIl and Roman Forum tickets with full access at any visitable site and house inside. From the Palatine Hill, admire one of the best views of the city center and snap photos for your vacation album. After, head down the hill to reach the Roman Forum. Arrive at the Roman Forum, the center of life in Ancient Rome, and discover the array of important buildings located here. See the sites where public speeches, elections, criminal trials, and single combat gladiatorial matches took place. You will be able to visit the very restricted sites called SUPPER.

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
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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum Underground Small Group Guided Tour?

A: 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. Read more Apr 2025