About this experience
Step into the Colosseum & Arena where gladiators once battled for glory on the iconic Colosseum Arena Floor! This is your chance to explore the greatest amphitheater ever built, with exclusive access to the arena itself—an experience few get to enjoy.
Feel the energy of this legendary site as your expert guide brings its history to life. Hear thrilling stories of epic battles, roaring crowds, & the emperors who ruled Rome. From the grandeur of its architecture to the drama of its past, the Colosseum will leave you in awe.
Why Choose This Tour?
Arena Floor Access: Walk in the footsteps of gladiators & experience the Colosseum from their perspective.
Senatorial Seats: Discover where Rome’s elite sat & how they shaped history.
Expert Guide: Engaging stories & insights that make history come alive.
This tour is the chance to step back in time & witness history like never before.
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At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 15 min
- Skip-the-line entry
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 15 min 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Kindly ensure that THE FULL NAMES YOU SUBMIT MATCH EXACTLY with the names on each participant’s official ID or passport, including for children. The Colosseum strictly enforces this policy and will refuse entry for any discrepancies. Each guest must bring a valid ID. Please avoid using nicknames, shortened names, or incorrect/missing first or last names. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help with this.
- Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
What is included
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Professional Guide
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Entry to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. On Your Own no guided
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Itinerary and highlights
Stand in the shadow of the Colosseum, this iconic arena, where gladiators fought for glory and crowds roared with excitement.
Step inside, and let history inspire you.
Meeting and pickup information
- The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1 (half way, close the entrance of the Roman Forum). You will see our staff in front of the Basilica wearing a uniform with the logos of the company Real Barcelona Tours.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Real Barcelona Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Kindly ensure that THE FULL NAMES YOU SUBMIT MATCH EXACTLY with the names on each participant’s official ID or passport, including for children. The Colosseum strictly enforces this policy and will refuse entry for any discrepancies. Each guest must bring a valid ID. Please avoid using nicknames, shortened names, or incorrect/missing first or last names. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help with this.
- For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
- The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
- Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
- Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in
- Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
- Late arrivals will not be refunded
- In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
- All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
- Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
- By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
- The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.
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.
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