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Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group

About this experience

Enjoy a walking tour of the subterranean depths of the Colosseum. With your professional guide, have access to the areas of the Colosseum--even those areas normally restricted to visitors. Explore the underground chambers and see where wild animals were caged. See the arena where gladiators once fought. Then have access to the Roman Forum to see some of the most important archaeological sites of Rome. Spend three hours exploring these renown locations.

At a glance

  • Duration: 1 hr 40 min–2 hr

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Spanish Undergrounds Nigh tour
Descubre el Coliseo como nunca antes—con misterio, luz de luna y un toque de magia antigua.
Spanish Undergrounds Nigh tour: Vive la experiencia del Coliseo con una visita guiada de una hora
Explora la Arena del Coliseo y sus subterráneos
Entradas: Los tickets se enviarán por correo electrónico y WhatsApp el día antes.
Duration: 1 hour
Punto de Encuentro: Ve directamente a la entrada del Tour Nocturno del Coliseo en la Piazza del Colosseo, al otro lado de la calle de la estación
Afternoon Undergrounds Tour
Enjoy a VIP Colosseum guided tour of the Undergrounds and Arena Floor with tickets to visit Forum and Palatine.
Duration: 3 hours
Private Colosseum Underground
Enjoy a Private Full Experience of Colosseum Undergrounds, Arena and Upper Levels. Explore Roman Forum and Palatine
Italian Undergrounds Nigh tour
Scopri il Colosseo come mai prima d’ora—con mistero, luce di luna e un tocco di magia antica.
Tour notturno in Italiano: Vivi l'esperienza del Colosseo con una visita guidata di un'ora
Esplora l'Arena del Colosseo e i suoi sotterranei
Biglietti d'ingresso: I biglietti d'ingresso verranno inviati via e-mail e WhatsApp il giorno prima.
Duration: 1 hour
Punto di incontro: Vai direttamente all'ingresso dei tour notturni del Colosseo; il lato opposto della Metro Colosseo
English Undergrounds Nigh tour
Undergrounds Nighttime Tour: - Experience the Colosseum after dark with a 60-minute guided tour
- Explore Colosseum Arena Floor and underground tunnels
Entry Tickets : Tickets will be sent Via Email and WhatsApp the day before
Duration: 1 hour: Meet your guide directly inside the Colosseum
Meeting Point : - Go directly to the Colosseum Night Tour Entrance at Piazza del Colosseo, across the street from the Colosseo Metro Station.
Undergrounds Nighttime Tour: Discover the Colosseum like never before—with mystery, moonlight, and a touch of ancient magic.
Morning Undergrounds Tour
Enjoy a VIP Colosseum guided tour of the Undergrounds and Arena Floor with tickets to visit Forum and Palatine.
Duration: 3 hours

Plan your experience

Time on the tour1 hr 40 min–2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 1 hr 40 min–2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passport required. Tickets are nominative please provide all the names of the visitors attending the 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.

What is included

  • Access to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Arena Guided Tour
  • Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Colosseum Undergrounds Tour
  • Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Tickets are nominative please provide all the names of the visitors.

Not included

  • Guided tour in the Forum and Palatine
  • Private transportation

Itinerary and highlights

Enjoy a Colosseum Underground Tour

Walk on the Arena where Gladiators fight

Explore Roman Forum on your own pace

Discover Palatine Hill on your own

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of COLOSSEO METRO Station, Lower Level Exit, nearby the Newsstand and across the road from the Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo 22, Roma 00184. Please don't go to the Metro Upper Level. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign that says '' BUONJORNO TOURS ''

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Bonjorno Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passport required. Tickets are nominative please provide all the names of the visitors attending the tour
  • 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.
  • Our guide will be waiting for you holding a black sign that says BUONJORNO TOURS
  • It's recommended to have a mobile phone to contact us during the tour
  • Tour start time is subject to changes depending on the availability of the Colosseum Underground Tickets, in cas of a Change of the start time; we will send you a private message with the new start time
  • Meet your Guide in front of Metro Station Colosseo ground level exit
  • For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
  • Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
  • In case of Dangerous Rain it can be impossible to walk inside Colosseum Undergrounds and you will be given 45 minutes on the ARENA FLOOR where you can see all the underground sections without walking inside it
  • All Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point Early
  • No any sharp weapons looks like knifes are allowed inside
  • Pets and service dogs are not allowed
  • 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.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 1 hr 40 min–2 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–10; Youth tickets: age 11–18; Adult tickets: age 19+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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