Express Colosseum Gladiators Gate & Arena Floor Private Guided Tour

4.9
(101 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Experience one of Rome's greatest monuments and one of the worlds best preserved archaeological site - the Colosseum. Avoid long lines with skip the line access and enter through the Gladiator's gate entrance directly onto the exclusive arena floor. Standing there and gazing up at the stands will have you truly appreciating the grandeur of this extraordinary piece of history, and understanding how the gladiator's and other performers would have felt in the moment. Take incredible photos from the arena floor while your guide provides you with historic anecdotes.

Your tour culminates at the magnificent Arch of Constantine, a powerful symbol of ancient Roman grandeur. It embodies the courage and ambition that defined the Roman Empire and offers crucial insight into Roman imperial ideology. Pause here to appreciate the historical weight of this extraordinary structure.

What's Included

skip the line entrance tickets
expert private tour guide
exclusive arena floor access
food and drink
gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In front of the SOS sign outside the Colosseum Metro station's upper floor entrance, located in Largo Gaetana Agnesi. PLEASE NOTE: The metro station has an upper and lower entrance, both with SOS signs. Please ensure you are at the upper level. Coordinates: 41.891560,12.491393

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
  • 1

    Discover Italy's most treasured archeological site and gain exclusive arena floor access. Standing exactly where gladiators once stood years ago will give you an understanding of how they must have felt in their final moments as they gazed up at the stands. Take incredible photos gazing up at the stands, and peering down to the Colosseum underground - visible from the arena floor. Your expert private guide provides you with all of the history and anecdotes of this ancient time. The express format of this experience is designed for those who prefer a shorter tour, without compensating time spent visiting the Colosseum. After experiencing the Colosseum, you are free to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your leisure.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Your tour culminates at the magnificent Arch of Constantine, a powerful symbol of ancient Roman grandeur. Built in 312 AD, this monumental arch commemorates Emperor Constantine the Great's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. It embodies the courage and ambition that defined the Roman Empire and offers crucial insight into Roman imperial ideology. Pause here to appreciate the historical weight of this extraordinary structure, a direct link to an era of immense power and vision.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please note that all Colosseum tour starting times are subject to change based on ticket availability.
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