Colosseum Arena Floor Tour

Enter the Colosseum like a gladiator, explore the arena floor, and uncover the secrets of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 10 days learn more
Highlights
  • Colosseum - With the Colosseum looming large in the background, the excitement and anticipation rise as you get closer and closer to this world-famous landmark. Get a closer look at the incredibly detailed facade as you make your way through the arches and into the magnificent Colosseum, where you can imagine yourself a part of the roaring crowd that once filled the seats.

  • Roman Forum - Dive deep into ancient history as you explore the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, the birthplace of Rome that is covered with breathtaking ancient architecture. Learn about Rome’s legendary twins, Romulus and Remus, as well Ancient Rome’s beloved Julius Caesar.

  • Palatine Hill - Take advantage of having a passionate guide and small group to see more and learn more about the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With skip-the-line access and a licensed guide expertly leading the way, this experience of Ancient Rome will be unforgettable.

What's Included
  • Entrance Fees
  • Professional Licensed tour guide
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Headsets
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Spare a moment to appreciate one of the globe’s most famous landmarks, the Colosseum. Our exclusive access tour provides you with the opportunity to enter the Colosseum via the ‘Gate of Life’, stepping right onto the arena floor, exactly where the gladiators once tread. Once inside, feel the gritty sand beneath your feet, soak up the majesty of the arena from the viewpoint of a gladiator, and receive a close-up inspection of the underground. Our knowledgeable tour guide will ignite your imagination with the thrilling and startling occurrences that transpired where you presently stand. Explore ancient archways and scale timeworn stone steps, in this awe-inspiring amphitheater.

  • The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
  • 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 meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
  • Tours 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 wait time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
  • Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
  • No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
  • Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals. If you are late to the meeting point, you will not be able to join your tour.
  • 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.
Location
Santi Cosma e Damiano
Via dei Fori Imperiali
Meet in front of the Basilica San Cosma and Damiano. Look for tour greeters in red Show Me Italy jackets/shirts. They will be waiting next to the large red pillar just in front of the church on the Via dei Fori Imperiali.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Børre
Jul 25, 2024
Highly recommended tour! - What a perfect activity! And all thanks to our fabulous guide Silvia/Sylvia who really made the difference! With her great knowledge and positive attitude this guided tour went over our expectations. Great pace for the tour and plenty of breaks in the shadows because of the heat. I can highly recommended this activity from Show Me Italy.
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Sona_b
Jun 30, 2024
worth doing this tour! - Very informative and i would definitely recommend this tour to everyone. The tour guide explained things well.
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Christinemh9269pm
Jun 28, 2024
Great experience - Thank you Mario for this great visit. You are a great peasant guide who popularizes history very well. It was rich in information. We were just our family and it was just perfect. We experienced a little delay at the entrance to the Coliseum and Mario extended the tour. Really appreciated. See you next time. All beautiful memories.
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Roddy
Jun 24, 2024
Roman historic adventure - Great tour very informative, only 10 in the group and guide mic'd up so you can use the headphone provided. Once the group all met and were introduced to one an other & our guide Lumi at the Roman Vacations office we crossed the road and started the tour. From the very start it was clear we had made a good decision as we skipped the very long queue & went straight to the bag check. Off we went on our tour Palatine Hill first then Roman Forum with access to the newly opened area of the Palace. Throughout the tour the information we received from our guide was excellent & informative just the right balance of historical facts and refrences to relevant famous events, movies etc. & plenty photo stops at great vantage points. After the Forum we walked back down the hill to the Colosseum where once again we skipped the queue and in we went. With the arena floor included this was the highlight of the day with lots to learn. Lumi made the whole experience very atmospheric by leading us into the arena commentating as if we were back in the Gladiator era. All in all a fantastic tour well worth it we would certainly recommend this tour if you want to get the most of your trip to Rome. Roddy & Audrey
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993paulineg
Apr 7, 2024
Wonderful! - The whole experience was wonderful! For some reason, my paper work did not advise to bring photo ID. Fortunately, we were staying close by and the Show me Italy guide waited while we rushed home for our passport and he then took us to join our group. That was first class service! The tour itself was excellent! Very informative! So much to learn! Our guide very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend Show me Italy. We toured April 6th 3.15 pm great staff!
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Becs1
Apr 1, 2024
Great tour, highly recommend it - Our tour started a bit bumpy because the guides car broke down and he had to take a taxi so he was a bit too late. There was a very long line at the colosseum but once we got in the guide gave us a fantastic explanation about the forum romanum, the colosseum and the palatine hill. My mom hurt her foot a few weeks before and I think the name of the guide was Christopher made sure she could also make the tour at a comfortable pace. He was very knowledgeable and a really nice man.
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Gylo1
Mar 23, 2024
Perfect - Very serious agency. They contact you in advance for the organization. On the day, punctual guide, very friendly and answers all questions. We had a Roman guide, Ms. Croche (sorry forgotten first name). Roman by origin it was perfect for knowing all the secrets of the Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. Great visit I recommend
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Jamie_s
Mar 9, 2024
Great Roman experience - Our guide Humi was amazing. Her knowledge, enthusiasm and creativity was amazing. Hands down the best guide we have ever had. The tour was well worth it and so much better than waiting in the lines to enter the attractions
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D3890cqjow
Feb 11, 2024
Best guided tour in 21 years! - Our guide Vasco was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and entertaining. He went at a perfect pace, we didn't feel like we were being bombarded with information and it was never boring. Vasco was able to answer any questions we threw at him with humour and ease. The highlight for me was walking through the Gladiator's gate into the arena and looking up imagining the rouring crowds all around you. The whole experience was thoroughly enjoyable. My mum has lived in Italy for 21 years and said it was the best tour she had ever been on! Highly recommended.
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Lacazeolivier
Jun 30, 2024
Super - Finding the guide was easy. Fast and efficient handling. Unfortunately the heat tarnished the verve of our guide and our attention. The small group format is very nice.
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