Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate
Exclusive AccessGuided Tour
Walk in the footsteps of gladiators on the Colosseum floor and see the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Exclusive AccessGuided Tour
4.96
(2682)
3 h
Max 25 Guests
Reaching the Colosseum’s Arena Floor is no easy feat; tickets sell out quickly, leaving most visitors stuck in crowded corridors with limited views. With us, bypass the lines and enter through the Gladiator’s Gate to stand on the Arena Floor, giving you a front-row view of Rome’s nearly 2,000-year-old symbol of power and glory. With your friendly guide, uncover the Colosseum’s brutal past, then continue to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to explore the epicenter of ancient Roman life.
You'll meet your local guide and small group of 25 or fewer people at a easy to reach location near the Colosseum (exact directions can be found on your voucher). There, you'll get a taste of what you'll see and experience before heading off to your skip-the-line entry at the Colosseum. Here you'll walk through the infamous Gladiator's Gate to the Arena Floor that most tourists can't access.
Your passionate Colosseum guide will share fascinating stories about this ancient Roman attracti...
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Free cancellation up to 3 days in advance!
Travelers
Skip the line tickets
Colosseum Arena Floor
First & Second Tier Access
Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Expert English-speaking guide
Gladiator's Gate
Wheelchair accessible
Guide gratuities
Meals
Meet your guide outside the Colosseum metro stop
Just outside of the Colosseum Metro Stop, find your expert Roman guide along with your enthusiastic group of fellow travelers
Colosseum
Using your priority tickets, enter the world’s largest ancient amphitheater through a special entrance reserved only for small groups
Arena floor
Enjoy exclusive access to the Colosseum’s Arena Floor, imagining the fear and excitement of the gladiators who once battled here
First level
Once reserved for Rome’s most elite classes, head to the Colosseum’s first level for an unobstructed view of the Arena floor from up above
Second level
Marvel at panoramic views of the Colosseum while learning about the battles that once took place in this historic amphitheater
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
Meet at the green souvenir kiosk in front of the "Colosseo" metro stop, located just outside the lower level. A friendly representative will be there holding a sign with our company name on it.
Government-issued ID for entrance to the Colosseum. Archaeological sites have uneven terrain so wear comfortable sneakers. Bring sunscreen and a water bottle during the hot summer months.
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Elizabetta was AMAZING!
Roman Ali Syed
Verified Review
May 30, 2025
As the title says, Elizabetta was absolutely wonderful. Not only was she our personal historian, but she was always watchful of if some tour members needed a break, needed water, or anything else. She even suggested the best spots for pictures, and we never felt rushed. I highly recommend her to anyone who is interested. She even brought a folder full of illustrations!
Great experience
Maryam Nowruzi Ghazaan
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May 30, 2025
Our tour guide, Chiara, was knowledgeable and created a great experience for us!
Colosseum Arena & Surrounding Area
Craig Labas
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May 28, 2025
Great tour, very interesting and informative. Bogdan was great, very professional and offered a bit of comic relief in the process. Super good tour!
Susan Wieczorek
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May 28, 2025
Tracy Denhoed
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May 28, 2025
A Must-Do Experience!
PAMELA ELLIOTT HEMBREE
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May 27, 2025
This was a great tour from beginning to end! Meeting point was clearly identified and easy to find. The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Palatine Hill is amazing and the Colosseum is the ultimate Roman landmark. Our guide explained details about the gladiators. I highly recommend this tour.
Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Roman Forum
Leonidas Craig Brooks
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May 27, 2025
Working this tour into the limited time in Rome was productive and enjoyable. The tour was complimented by a guide who was very knowledgeable, engaging, and available to answer questions. Based on many questions from the group, he suggested we purchase from the Colosseum bookstore the book “Rome Reconstructed” which depicts many Roman antiquities “now and then”. Interesting and great souvenir. Palatine Hill, sometimes an after thought to the tour of the Colosseum, was also an interesting display of Roman eliteness. It is very much appreciated the guide took extra time to care for the needs of the elderly members of the group. The only disappointment—we were not able to enter the lower level of the Colosseum thru the Gladiator Gate as promoted. Overall, tour was well worth the time and cost.
Leonidas Craig Brooks
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May 27, 2025
Michael Griffin
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May 26, 2025
Awesome experience
Charles Clayton McAlister
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May 26, 2025
Marco was very informed and loves what he does. I would recommend him as a tour guide.
Lisa Jungwirth
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May 26, 2025
Great tour
Lisa Tregner
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May 25, 2025
The Roman guy is a great tour group. The directions on meeting were clear and concise, and our tour guide was a local with a historic background. He was very knowledgeable kind and answered all our questions. I definitely recommend booking with this company.
Elisabeth Ladd
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May 25, 2025
Phyllis Esposito
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May 24, 2025
Amazing experience and Guide was the best.
Jason Anthony
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May 24, 2025
Jon was an incredible guide. He was very knowledgeable and very passionate as he was explaining everything. It was an amazing experience and it was a beautiful day for it.
Patric Lehouillier
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May 24, 2025
The forum was actually much better than the Colleseum in my opinion. Great Temples and better stories. Paola was wonderful!
Perfect guide
France Duval
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May 24, 2025
Jon is an experienced and very knowledgable guide. Everything was clear and interesting. I really enjoyed the tour and recommend it.
Great Tour
Maureen Nelson
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May 24, 2025
Very knowledgeable guide and interesting tour. We loved seeing the Coliseum and hearing what it was really like. Our guide had lots of stories and information, and we skipped the long lines. Would highly recommend Eleonora as a guide.
Rodney Pagila
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May 24, 2025
Amy Hill
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May 24, 2025
Espino/Dana
Frances Margret Espino
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May 24, 2025
We had an amazing experience! John was great! So knowledgeable! We thoroughly enjoyed listening to him.
Thank you!
Jon Houk
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May 23, 2025
Robin Shope
Robin Shope
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May 23, 2025
On a scale of 5 stars, this tour would be a 10! Jon, our guide, was patient, knowledgeable, and made it all come alive. Our group of 8 LOVED it, and him! Highly recommend!
Kathleen Gratias
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May 23, 2025
Gene L. Hanson
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May 23, 2025
The Coliseum tour was great. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and considerate. The whole tour was very well organized and greatly exceeded my expectations. I will wholeheartedly recommend your company to others. 5 star rating in my book.
