Gladiator’s Gate: Special Access Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor
3 hours
Max 16
Why take this tour?
Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of gladiators as you enter the Colosseum through the “Gladiator's Gate”—an experience that will stay with you for years to come.
- Follow along with an expert archaeologist guide as you explore the Colosseum, learning to decode and appreciate the ruins in a way that’s just not possible on your own.
- Save time with pre-reserved tickets that guarantee smoother access at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to help you make the most of every second in the heart of ancient Rome.
- Hear the stories of blood, sand, spectacle and mayhem from your passionate guide—and learn the truth about some of the most popular myths surrounding the spectacular structure.
- Sites Visited
- Colosseum
- Colosseum Arena Floor
- Roman Forum
- Palatine Hill
- Tour Includes
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket (Full Experience Ticket €24)
- Special access ticket to Colosseum Arena Floor
- Ticket for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Headset (groups over 6 people)
Walk in the footsteps of gladiators with arena floor access on this unforgettable tour of the Colosseum.
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Our guide was Siri and she was engaging and did a great job of summarizing so much history in the short duration of the tour. We could tell that she wanted to elaborate more, but she kept us moving to stay on schedule. <br /><br />The Gladiator’s Gate and arena floor was very interesting and memorable to experience. Note that this particular tour does not include access to any of the higher (or lower) levels of the Colisseum, just the main arena floor. We spent about half the time there and around the outside of the Colosseum, and the remainder in the Forum & Palatine Hill, which was also fascinating to see and hear Siri’s stories about some of the ruins therein. You could certainly spend lots more time in these sites, but we found this tour to be ideal length to keep our kids interested.
Tripadvisor customer · Amy · Mar 29, 2026 Excellent
Awesome Guide! Can’t say enough good things about he presented the history. Super knowledgeable. The only way to experience Rome.
Tripadvisor customer · Escape785246 · Mar 28, 2026 Great
Just the right amount of time to learn a lot, and the guide was knowledgeable. we liked the smaller group
Viator customer · Sterna · Mar 28, 2026 Excellent
This trip exceeded our expectations- Fabio not only shared his great knowledge of the Roman period but he brought the Colosseum & Roman Forum to life with charm , enthusiasm & humour . Would highly recommend!
Viator customer · Linda · Mar 27, 2026 Excellent
Guided tour of Colloseum and Forum Romanum with Fabio is the perfect way to get to know everything and see the nicest locations there. His humour and the way he submerges you in the Roman times, adds to the already stunnishing scenery. This guy knows everything! Would definitaly recommomend his tour!!
Viator customer · Elke · Mar 24, 2026FAQs
Is this tour accessible for wheelchairs, strollers or for those with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact us at [email protected] so we can arrange your visit.
Do I need to bring my passport/ID with me?
Yes! All guests (including children) must bring a government-issued ID/passport on the day of their tour. Failure to bring an ID can result in the security staff refusing your entrance to the monument. The full names of all participants are required at the time of booking and must match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.
Do we always see the sights in the same order that you have listed in the description?
No. Sometimes the order of our visits change due to logistical issues or your guide make a snap decision to avoid crowds in order to increase the quality of your visit.
What if the weather is bad (rain, snow, hail, etc.) on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine so please dress for the elements. We also ask you to please remember hats and sunscreen if you are taking this tour in the summer as it might be very hot.
Is there anything I should bring/wear on my tour?
Because there is a lot of walking on this tour, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable walking shoes. There is very little shade at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in particular, so we would recommend bringing a hat and sunscreen in summer and a rain-jacket or umbrella in winter.
As there are water fountains with (delicious) drinking water dotted throughout the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, we would highly recommend bringing a bottle that you can refill.
What's the cancellation policy for this tour?
This tour is fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the event. Within 7 days, this tour is non-refundable.
Are selfie sticks allowed in the Colosseum?
Yes, but please be careful when using them - during the summer months they can be more dangerous than gladiators' weapons.
What does Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator mean?
Walks Tours is proud to be an Official Parco Archeologico del Colosseo Operator approved to lead guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.
Does the Colosseum ever close without warning?
Unfortunately, Yes. The Colosseum is subject to unforeseen closures due to weather conditions and worker strikes, as well as last minute changes in reservations, all of which are out of Walks of Italy (or any other tour operator's) control. If for any reason we cannot run the tour as described, we will contact you immediately, offering the best alternatives. Depending on the situation this might result in a modification of the itinerary or a change in the tour start time. Our aim is to offer you the highest level of service and in the rare occasion in which circumstances outside of our control mean that you cannot participate in a variation of this tour we will offer you a full refund.
Does the order of the itinerary on this tour ever change?
Occasionally the sights on this tour are visited in a different order. This happens due to logistical changes and snap decisions made by our guides to avoid crowds and thus improve your visit.
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