Express Colosseum Gladiators Gate & Arena Floor | Exclusive Semi-Private Tour
Overview
Experience the Colosseum like few others can. Skip the long lines with priority access and step onto the Arena floor itself, imagining the roar of 80,000 spectators. Your expert guide will lead you past the crowds, through the impressive arches, and into the heart of this iconic monument.
Built in the 1st century AD by the Flavian Emperors, the Colosseum became a symbol of Roman power and entertainment. Discover its fascinating history on this one-hour express tour, learning how it earned its nickname from the colossal statue of Apollo that once stood nearby.
Your tour culminates at the magnificent Arch of Constantine. Erected in 312 AD to celebrate Constantine the Great's victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge, this arch embodies the bravery and ambition of the Roman Empire, offering a powerful glimpse into their imperial ideology. Feel the weight of history as you admire this extraordinary relic, a tangible link to a time of unparalleled power and vision.
What's Included
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Semi-private group of 6 people maximum
- Arena floor priority access
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Arch of Constantine
- Colosseum Arena access (valued at €18 per person)
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Food and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
Meeting Location
Piazza del Colosseo
00184 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Colosseum
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Arch of Constantine
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Express Colosseum Gladiators Gate & Arena Floor | Exclusive Semi-Private Tour?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6718P192
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