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Access the underground area of the Colosseum closed to the general public with this VIP tour for your own private group of up to 6 people. Begin with express Colosseum entrance to avoid wasting time in line and head straight underground to see where gladiators and wild animals once waited to fight. Then head up to the arena floor and amphitheater seating to learn about its history and architecture. End with a walk through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Included
- Palatine Hill
- Roman Forum
- Local English-speaking guide for your private group of up to 6 people
- Colosseum entrance ticket (Full Experience Plus Underground Areas Ticket €24)
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Access to exclusive underground sections
- Arch of Constantine
Not included
- Hotel Pick up/Drop off
- Gratuities
Meeting point & pickup
Meeting point
This tour meets opposite to the entrance to ""Oppio Caffè" (via delle Terme di Tito, 72) by the gate of access to the Park. The Park entrance is located on the corner of Via di Terme di Tito and Via Nicola Salvi. Your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign.
Pickup
Meet everyone at start pointEnd point
Near the Colosseum/Roman Forum
Itinerary
- Colosseum
During the special access sections of the tour, you’ll be accompanied by a guard who will open gates to grant you, and a maximum of 23 other guests, exclusive entrance access to the underground and arena floor. Making your way through the underbelly of the Colosseum, you'll see ancient history come alive through fascinating multimedia projections detailing the path gladiators took from their training area to the arena floor. You'll also be able to marvel at a collection of artifacts, including reproductions of the gladiators' famous armor made using the exact same materials and techniques as in ancient times. With your expert guide you’ll also have a full tour of the regular access areas of the Colosseum, including the first and second levels.
- Roman Forum
Then it’s on to the Roman Forum where you’ll hear about the political history of ancient Rome. Julius Caesar once led his triumphant armies on parade here, and it was also here that successive emperors plotted the growth of Rome.
- Palatine Hill
For those with an interest in history, the Palatine Hill is an unexpected highlight. Vastly underrated, the hill is a much quieter place, where your guide will point out the ruins of the world’s first palaces.
Additional information
Additional information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at info@talkwalks.com or call +39 068-596-0143 (Italy) or 888-683-8670 (USA) to make alternative arrangements.
- The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID. The Colosseum requires all guests (including children) to present government ID at the time of entry. Therefore any guest that does not submit their name in advance of the tour, or who does not bring their ID to the meeting point, will be refused participation without refund. Name corrections are possible up to 7 days before the visit. After this, changes may not be possible.
- The Colosseum is subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour. For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- Due to high demand and restricted access to certain areas of the Colosseum, the entrance time for the Colosseum Underground may be granted between 9:00am and 4:00pm the day of your tour. We will confirm the start time of your tour about 30 days prior to the tour date.
- Heavy rain can compromise the underground area of the Colosseum. On such occasions, the underground may close without notice.
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Available guide languages
- English — Guide
Guide languages are listed for the product, but not specified for this option.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
