Small-Group Tour of Colosseum Underground, Arena and Forum


» Rome » Rome » Rome

From $108.38

1,822 reviews   (4.79)

Price varies by group size

Lowest Price Guarantee

Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 3 hours

Departs: Rome, Rome

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Learn more

Overview

Skip the line and explore the world's most visited monument in the most complete way. Visit areas of the Colosseum not accessible by regular-ticket holders. Step on the exclusive Arena floor and descend into the Underground section. Walk the steps of the Gladiators and find yourself in the backstage of the most famous games in Ancient Rome.

Then, take a journey back in time from the 10th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D. at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Chart a course through the archaeological tribal beginnings of Rome and marvel at the beauty of ancient temples and ruins.


What's Included

Fast track entrance tickets and reservation fees

Full on-site assistance

Guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Live expert guide

Sterilized earphones to hear clearly your guide

Thorough guided tour of the Underground section and Arena floor

What's Not Included

PLEASE NOTE: the Belvedere is momentarily closed. This tour includes access up to the 2nd tier


Traveler Information

  • CHILD: Age: 0 - 17
  • ADULT: Age: 18 - 99

Additional Info

  • All travellers must present proof of ID (passport/driver's licence) in order to be admitted to the Colosseum. Travellers without an identification document might not be allowed to enter
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Flying drones and knives of any kind are strictly forbidden. Neither trolleys and big backpacks nor animals are allowed into the Colosseum. Glass/metal containers and sprays of any kind are also not allowed
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the tour starts in order to complete the signup. We might not be able to accommodate, refund or reschedule late arrivals
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
  • The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary; either the Colosseum or Forum and Palatine Hill will come first
  • You will pass through strict security checks both at the Colosseum and at the Roman Forum entrance. Please be aware that security check lines are not skippable
  • A moderate amount of walking and steps are involved; wear comfortable walking shoes
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Please note that the group will leave the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time in order to pass the security check
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Belvedere is momentarily not part of this tour due to COVID-19 restrictions
  • This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Cancellation Policy

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

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Colosseum
Skip the line and explore the world's most visited monument in the most complete way. Visit areas of the Colosseum not accessible by regular-ticket holders. Step on the exclusive Arena floor and descend into the Underground section. Walk the steps of the Gladiators and find yourself in the backstage of the most famous games in Ancient Rome.
Then go up to the ground level and learn about the innovative building techniques used by the ancient Roman engineers. Travel back in time as you immerse yourself into the history of Ancient Rome and find out about the social and political function of this mighty amphitheater.
Complete your Colosseum experience by going further up to the 1st tier from where you'll be amazed by the spectacular view over the Arena, the Arch of Constantine, and the Temple of Venus.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Arch of Constantine
Start the second part of your tour by exploring one of the largest triumphal arches in Roman history: the Arch of Constantine the Great, before meandering through the ruins of the Roman Forum.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Roman Forum
Here, you will immerse yourself in the ruins of ancient temples and will walk the paths of Emperors and Senators. Learn how this beautiful area became the beating heart of Ancient Rome.

Hear about the Vestal Virgins and see their gardens and the pagan temple of the Goddess Vesta they served. Learn about the Basilica Julia and the penal system of Ancient Rome and its effects on Christianity. See the temple of Castor and Pollux and the Arch of Titus and learn about the sacking of Jerusalem.
Discover the Senate House, where senators met to decide the fate of the Roman Republic and how that climaxed with the murder and cremation of Julius Caesar.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill
Walk the paths of the Roman Emperors while visiting the hill where the legend of Romulus and Remus places the foundation of the city: the Palatine Hill. Learn how it later became one of the most exclusive areas of Ancient Rome and enjoy breathtaking views over the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
From the heights of the Palatine Hill, enjoy a bird's eye view over what is considered to have been the largest structure for public games ever built by mankind, the Circus Maximus.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included






« All Activities

Rome activities and shore excursions by group:

© Copyright 1995 - 2025 Rome Travel Guide