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Beyond the Arena: Colosseum Plus special access SUPER Sites Tour

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210 minutes
English

Discover Ancient Rome with special access to the exclusive ‘Super Sites’. Beyond the iconic Colosseum and Roman Forum, step inside beautifully preserved villas and buildings not seen by most tourists. Explore early Christian sites, wander through the childhood home of a Roman Emperor with vibrant original frescoes, and enter the Domus Tiberiana, touched by Nero himself. This expertly guided tour is designed for curious travelers ready to go beyond the usual highlights and uncover the deeper stories of Rome’s imperial past.

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High Season 2023

From₱8,596.51Per Person

What's included in Beyond the Arena: Colosseum Plus special access SUPER Sites Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Foro Romano

Begin your journey through ancient Rome with a visit to the Forum, where you'll be transported back in time to experience the daily life of the empire’s citizens. As you walk along the same stones that Julius Caesar and Mark Antony once did, your guide will make the ruins feel alive again with fascinating stories and anecdotes.

Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Head up Palatine Hill and into the SUPER Sites, a collection of exquisitely preserved ancient villas, temples, churches, and more. This area is rarely accessible to visitors, but with special access tickets secured in advance, you'll walk right in. The specific sites you'll visit will vary depending on what's open the day of your tour. A few possibilities are the House of Augustus, the onetime home of Caesar Augustus with vibrant frescoes that rival those of Pompeii; the church of Santa Maria Antiqua, a rare example of early Christian art and architecture; or the Domus Tiberiana, Ancient Rome's first imperial palace dating to the first century AD. No matter which of the SUPER Sites you visit, you're guaranteed an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience away from the crowds.

Admission Ticket Included

Colosseum

Finally, no tour of ancient Rome would be complete without a visit to the Colosseum. With pre-reserved tickets, you'll breeze past the crowds and head straight inside. You'll ascend to the first and second tiers and immerse yourself in the reality of a day at the games, from animal hunts and halftime executions to gladiatorial combat and gambling.

Admission Ticket Included

Inclusions

  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • 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, Palatine Hill, and House of Augustus 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.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • This tour meets at Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè). Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park. Meet your guide at the entrance of Colle Oppio Park on the corner of Via di Terme di Tito and Via Nicola Salvi.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point

- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - 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. - All guests must pass through security. No weapons or large items will be permitted. - Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside, guests with larger bags will be denied entrance. No storage room/lockers available. - The Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Hill, and House of Augustus 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. - This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. - Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Operator

Walks - Italy & Spain