About this experience
Enjoy your visit to the Colosseum and descending into Rome's underworld for a tour of the Golden House of Emperor Nero. See this palace's stunning riches recreated in 3D, Virtual Reality, as you walk through this impressive archaeological site.
We will visit the Colosseum, where you'll learn all about the terrible violence of the gladiator's games.
Then, go underground to Nero's Golden Palace and discover the extraordinary wealth of Ancient Rome. Nero's Golden Palace (the Domus Aurea) was noted for its sheer extravagance, hence the nickname, that stuck. Although many of its riches are lost to time, you'll see them recreated in astonishing Virtual Reality* on this tour.
** order of sites visited may change
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Skip-the-line entry
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual. Bring a sweater to wear in the underground area as it can get cold
- It is recommended that you bring a hat and sunscreen: Please note that sprays of any kind are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
What is included
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
- Full-tour from an expert guide
- Domus Aurea Entrance Tickets (valued at €26 per person)
- Private guide in the Colosseum (Group Tour of max 24 in the Domus Aurea)
- Oculus Rift VR Headsets
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and return
Itinerary and highlights
Visit the world’s most iconic amphitheater: the Colosseum. See the famous stadium where 80,000 Romans would have gathered to watch the blood sports on the Arena floor. Over 400,000 people died over the Colosseum’s 400 years in use, and 1,000,000 animals.
As you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
Nero's Golden Palace (the Domus Aurea) was noted for its sheer extravagance, hence the nickname, that stuck.
Meeting and pickup information
- Via Labicana, 125 - outside, in front of "Palazzo Manfredi Hotel"
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- RomaExperience Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Dress code is smart casual. Bring a sweater to wear in the underground area as it can get cold
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Strollers are allowed, but not recommended, as stairs are steep and the ground is uneven. Children must be carried by an adult or be able to walk
- It is recommended that you bring a hat and sunscreen: Please note that sprays of any kind are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
- For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. All objects (including mobile phones) must be put in a bag/backpack or in the tray for X-ray screening
- Large backpacks, camping equipment, bulky bags, luggage and trolleys are not allowed. Medium and small size backpacks must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by security
- Please notice that the Administration of the site, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit .
- Bring a jumper/sweater to keep yourself warm, the temperature inside the Domus Aurea is around 63 F // 16 C
- It will be possible to stop to use the restroom along the way, as needed
- 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.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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