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Step into the heart of Ancient Rome on an unforgettable guided Colosseum Arena Floor and Mamertine Prison Tour. Experience two of the Eternal City's most iconic landmarks as your expert guide reveals the history, legends, and dramatic events that shaped the Roman Empire.
Begin your journey with exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena Floor, where gladiators, wild animals, and legendary spectacles once captivated thousands. Standing at the center of the world's most famous amphitheater, you'll gain a unique perspective while learning about the engineering, entertainment, and figures that defined Ancient Rome.
Continue to the Mamertine Prison, Rome's oldest prison and one of its most significant historical sites. Explore ancient underground chambers where defeated kings, military leaders, and, according to Christian tradition, Saints Peter and Paul were imprisoned. Your guide will bring this remarkable monument to life with stories spanning over 2,000 years of Roman history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From the Colosseo metro station (upper exit), turn right onto Via del Colosseo, walk straight and continue on Via del Cardello. Number 31 will be on the right side. See our office there!
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Itinerary
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1Colosseum
The arena floor of the Colosseum was the wooden stage where gladiators fought, wild animal hunts took place, and public spectacles were held. Covered with sand to absorb blood and improve footing, it concealed an intricate network of underground chambers and passageways that housed performers, animals, and stage machinery before they emerged into the arena. Today, a reconstructed section of the arena floor allows visitors to experience the amphitheater from the perspective of those who once stood at its center.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Carcer Tullianum
The Mamertine Prison (Carcer Tullianum) is the oldest prison in ancient Rome, built in the 7th century BC at the foot of the Capitoline Hill near the Roman Forum. It was used to imprison Rome's most important enemies before execution, including defeated kings and military leaders. According to Christian tradition, Saints Peter and Paul were held here before their martyrdom, making it a site of great historical and religious significance. The prison consists of two underground chambers, with the lower Tullianum serving as the oldest and most secure cell.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- ID is mandatory, guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance. The exact name and last name of all participants must be provided at time of booking, in case of mistakes, security staff may deny access and no refund will be provided. Name changes are not permitted. Please arrive at your selected entry time. Late arrivals or missed entry slots cannot be guaranteed access and are non-refundable. All visitors must pass through a mandatory security check.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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