Colosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
With exclusive access you will enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, walking directly onto the arena floor. Experience the grandeur of the arena from a unique perspective, as you stand where the gladiators once stood, when they walked out to the sounds of thousands of yelling spectators.
Your licensed tour guide will bring to life the exciting and shocking events that took place where you now stand. Enjoy an up-close view of the underground chambers exposed below, wander through the vast corridors, and climb the ancient stone stairs of this magnificent amphitheater, as you learn of its rich history.
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What's included in Colosseum Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Colosseum
Walk in the footsteps of the gladiators on this unique tour of the Colosseum and its arena floor and then explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an expert guide.
Foro Romano
Admire the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum on a Rome walking tour
Palatine Hill
You will also discover the Palatine Hill, where the legendary Romulus is thought to have founded the city. It became the location of the houses of affluent Romans and then home to the emperors. The ruins are impressive and the view over the Circus Maximus is a must-see.
Inclusions
- Arena Floor restricted area
- Admission Fees
- Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
- Headsets
- Entrance/Gladiator Door
- Official Live Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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 meeting time is subject to change. In this case, you will be contacted in advance via email
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of the tour
- • 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.
- • Toilets are limited, use the toilet before arriving for the tour. (Breaks made when possible)
- • No weapons (pocket knives), glass bottles or large backpacks
- • Tours will run rain or shine (unless closed for safety reasons)
- There are mandatory security checks al all entry points to the sites. The wait time time for the security check can be considerable during peak times/seasons and has nothing to do with the ticket line
- The names provided at the time of the booking cannot be changed.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
This is a guided tour and the guide will provide have the ticket for the duration of the tour. There is no need to pick up tickets in advance. All participants must check in at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time. 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.
