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Exclusive Colosseum Arena Floor and Ancient Rome guided tour
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Colosseum with Gladiators Arena access and Ancient Rome Guided tour
Step back in time and experience the glory of ancient Rome with an unforgettable guided tour of the iconic Colosseum. Enter through the exclusive Gladiator’s Entrance and stand on the Arena Floor where legendary battles once took place.
With priority access tickets, skip the long lines and explore one of the world’s most famous landmarks alongside an expert English-speaking guide. Continue your journey through the fascinating ruins of the Roman Forum, once the political and social center of ancient Rome, before discovering the stunning views and imperial history of Palatine Hill — the legendary birthplace of the city.
Using provided headsets, you’ll hear your guide clearly as they bring centuries of history, emperors, and gladiators to life. This tour is the perfect way to explore Rome’s most important archaeological sites in one immersive experience.
Highlights
- Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Entrance and access the Arena Floor
- Skip-the-line priority tickets to the Colosseum
- Explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum
- Visit Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome
- Expert English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Headsets provided for clear audio during the visit
What's Included
- Arena Floor restricted area and Entrance/Gladiator Door
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access valued €24 per person
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
- Headsets
- Official Live Guide
Meeting Point
- 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.
Additional Information
- 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.
- The itinerary may vary, the tour may start at either the Colosseum or the Roman Forum.
Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Refund Policy
- 100% refundable when cancelled at least 3 days before start time.
- 0% refundable when cancelled between 0 and 3 days before start time.
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