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Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate
Walk in the footsteps of warriors on the amphitheater stage then see the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
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What's included
Enter the Colosseum like a gladiator
Expert English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved Colosseum entry tickets
Exclusive Arena Floor access and tour
Guided tour of Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers
Guided tour of the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Guide tips
Itinerary
Your tour begins at the Colosseum
Meet your guide and small group outside the Colosseum, the world’s most iconic amphitheater and one of the 7 wonders of the world. Get a quick introduction to the wild history of the Flavian Dynasty and the massive engineering project that built this stone giant nearly two thousand years ago.
Walk through the Gladiator's Gate
Utilize your pre-reserved tickets to enter the Colosseum for a security check. Then pass through the side doors, once used by ancient warriors. This special access leads you straight onto the wooden Arena Floor, to stand where fighters once battled for their lives in front of 50,000 screaming fans.
Climb the ancient stone tiers
Follow your guide up the original stairwells to reach the first and second levels of the monument. These seats were once reserved for Rome’s elite and offer a perfect view of the entire structure, including an overhead view of the maze of underground tunnels where animals were kept.
See the Arch of Constantine
As you exit the Colosseum, stop at this massive marble arch built to celebrate a famous victory in 312 AD. Your guide will point out the recycled carvings that honor Emperor Constantine, whose support for the Christian faith fundamentally transformed the religious landscape of the empire.
Explore the Roman Forum
Step into the valley that served as the bustling downtown of the ancient world. Walk along the Via Sacra or Sacred Way to see the ruins of the Senate House and the Temple of Saturn, where the city’s most powerful leaders once made world-changing decisions.
Ascend the Palatine Hill
Climb to the legendary spot where Romulus is said to have founded Rome among the ruins of luxury imperial palaces. As you wander through the gardens and brick, catch the best views of the city skyline and the distant Circus Maximus racing track.
Your tour finishes near the Colosseum
After exploring the birthplace of Rome, your guided tour concludes near the Colosseum. You can say goodbye to your guide and continue exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on your own, diving even deeper into the city’s ancient history.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Dress Code: Comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes are recommended, as you’ll be walking on uneven terrain.
Accessibility: Due to uneven terrain and historic surfaces, this tour isn’t suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. A soft baby carrier is recommended, and if you expect to need elevator access at the Colosseum, please let us know in advance so your guide can prepare. You may also like to consider joining our Private Colosseum Tour.
ID Requirement: A valid government-issued ID is required to enter the Colosseum. The name on your ticket must match your ID or entry may be denied.
Tour Changes: Depending on the assigned entry time for the Colosseum, your tour might enter the Roman Forum first and end in the Colosseum. It is also possible this tour might run in reverse. Either way, you’ll enjoy the full experience with your guide.
Children: All visitors, regardless of age, need a ticket for the Colosseum. Each child’s ticket must match their government-issued ID. Passports are recommended.
Disability certification: Visitors with valid disability certification are eligible for a reduced €2 entry ticket to the Colosseum, which also applies to one companion. Contact us after booking to arrange this. This applies to the ticket cost only, not the tour price.
Lines: This tour includes group access to the Colosseum, allowing you to skip the main lines for individual visitors. You’ll still pass through a security check before entering, which may involve a short wait.
Closures: Sometimes the Colosseum closes access to the more restricted areas with little notice. This usually happens in cases of heavy rainfall or an emergency repair. If this happens, we will visit other areas of the Colosseum, and the tour will continue with the same duration.
Bag Policy: For quicker entry, please leave large backpacks and wheeled bags at your accommodation as they aren’t permitted inside the Colosseum. All bags will be screened at security.
Check-in: Please arrive 15 minutes early so your group can enter right on time and make the most of your visit.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Pre-reserved Colosseum entry tickets
Enter through the Gladiator's Gate
Exclusive access and tour of Colosseum Arena Floor
Guided tour of the Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers
Guided tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Sunscreen (in summer)
Water bottle
Comfortable walking shoes
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Reviewers frequently praise the guides for their extensive knowledge, engaging storytelling, and ability to make the history of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill come alive. Many also highlight the guides' attentiveness to group comfort, including managing heat and providing rest breaks, which enhances the overall experience despite the crowds and physical demands of the tour.
Rome Tour of Colluseum and Forum
Michael M.
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November 06, 2026
Great Tour would do again. Need 2X amount of time and 2X less crowds.
Wonderful walk through history!
Elizabeth W.
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November 05, 2026
Scott from Scranton is a fantastic guide who is easy to understand while sharing detailed information about Rome and its ruins.
Great Tour
Mark W.
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November 05, 2026
Well worth the visit to see one of the most iconic and historical sites in the world. Our tour guide, Elena (sp?) was fantastic. She was educational, entertaining, and nice.
Great tour
Stanley S.
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November 05, 2026
Very happy with the tour guide and tour of the colosseum and the Roman forum. Would recommend.
Special access Colosseum arena floor through Gladiator's Gate
Marlene W.
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November 05, 2026
Grace W.
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November 04, 2026
The tour was great and tour guide was really good in explaining the cultural and historical facts. However, I wouldn't necessarily recommend paying more for the special access through the gladiator's gate. You can get onto the floor level from the other side (though it is more crowded there) Overall, great experience!
Scott P.
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November 04, 2026
Great Tour
LAWRENCE B.
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November 03, 2026
Terrific tour of the Forum and the Colosseum. Engaging, knowledgeable tour guide. Walking into the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate as Russell Crowe did. "We were most definitely 'entertained.'"
Anne P.
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November 03, 2026
We were so grateful we booked this tour. What a valuable informative experience. Guide was very knowledgeable. He provided easy access to all sights without waiting in any lines. Gave us adequate time to take it all in. Thank you!
An amazing sight!
DJ S.
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November 01, 2026
All of the lead up to the coliseum was truly out done by actually seeing is thru the special access with the tour guy team.
Highly Recommend
David W.
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November 01, 2026
Can’t recommend enough. Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and patient. We’d go again the next time in Rome.
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William W.
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November 01, 2026
Our guide was excellent and adapted well to the unplanned closure of the Colosseum because of political demonstrations . We continued our tour through the Palatine Hill and she provided an excellent history and over view of the Colosseum .
Flavian Ampetheatre
Jason G.
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November 01, 2026
This tour was great - a must do! Be sure to book for the forum as well! So much to see and so worth it.❤️❤️
Flavian Amphitheatre
Jason G.
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November 01, 2026
This tour was great - a must do. Be sure to book for the forum as well! So much to see and so worth it. ❤️❤️
Disappointing in every way
Mia D.
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October 31, 2026
Tour guide mid handled our not finding the meeting location- refused to refund us.
Awesome tour and great guide
Carla F.
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October 31, 2026
Enjoyed this tour extremely. The guide was very knowledgeable and even took the time after the tour to help my spouse look for his lost coat.
A must for history buffs!
Ruth D.
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October 30, 2026
A fantastic tour all around! We circumvented the massive crowds, we entered the Colosseum at a different level than the general public, and the tour extended to the Roman Forum as well! Amazing! Highly recommend!
Paul M.
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October 30, 2026
Excellent tour. One thing to make better though is to announce a bathroom & water purchase available & time to stop. Was pretty exhilarating
Excellent Colosseum Tour
Paul K.
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October 29, 2026
Our guide was super well-informed, could answer all our questions, and was very friendly. We do recommend this tour.
Terrific Tour of the Colosseum
Jody S.
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October 29, 2026
Thoroughly enjoyed our tour, in spite of the drizzle. Our tour guide was fantastic!
Wonderful Tour!
Lisa M.
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October 28, 2026
Our tour was easy to locate at the Metro. The tour itself was well organized from the start. We had a fabulous tour guide, Michele, who was extremely knowledgeable and provided us with an extensive amount of history in the short time allotted for such an expansive area. My husband was equally impressed with the tour. I highly recommend using The Tour Guy.
Pauline L.
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October 28, 2026
Was an absolute joy and our tours guys English was wonderful and a great pleasure to be around so glad I did this tour
Colosseum
Susan B.
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October 28, 2026
Elena is in top 1% of guides I have had traveling. So knowledgeable. Great English so easy to understand. Strong archeological background which was so beneficial in Rome.
Tour was very cool
Michael P.
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October 28, 2026
We enjoyed our guide who was easy to understand, knew the history well, helped us navigate all the crowds. The Colosseum will be very crowded regardless of when you visit, but having a tour like this booked with a knowledgable guide makes the trip so much smoother.
Clint M.
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October 27, 2026
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