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Gladiator’s Gate: Special Access Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor

2500 reviews

3 hours

Max 25

Exclusive access to the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate.

Explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Walk with your guide and learn about Rome's ancient history.

Your guide is a storyteller as well as full of knowledge.

Amazing views as you walk the Palatine Hill.

There is no more famous sight in Rome than the facade of the Colosseum.

Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate, in the footsteps of ancient warriors.

See the arena as the combatants once did.

Learn about the ancient structure from your guide.

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Why take this tour?

Highlights

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators as you enter the Colosseum through the 'Gladiator's Gate'
Experience ancient amphitheatre from the arena floor
Skip-the-line at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Hear the stories of blood, sand, spectacle and mayhem from your passionate guide

Sites Visited
Colosseum
Colosseum Arena Floor
Roman Forum
Palatine Hill

Tour Includes
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
Skip-the-line ticket for Colosseum (via Gladiator's Gate)
Special access ticket to Colosseum Arena Floor
Skip-the-line ticket for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Headset (groups over 6 people)

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators with arena floor access

$65.71

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Latest Reviews

I can't remember the name of our tour guide but she was so sweet and funny! I really liked her and she would get very into the descriptions of the old Colosseum. She did not shy away from the violent parts of the history which was absolutely perfect. The tour went through the Colosseum, as well as the Roman Forum and Palentine Hill, it was really great to have all these parts of Roman history wrapped up into one tour. No waiting in line (other than security) as well which was perfect. Very well organized!

Katherine Jun 24, 2022

Very thorough tour and we’ll organized. Good value for the money and we felt like we got to see everything we wanted to at the Colosseum and surrounding areas. I would definitely recommend this tour!

Sarah Jun 24, 2022

Siri was an amazing tour guide and we were thrilled with our experience! She kept us comfortable and engaged. We would highly recommend and wish we had booked this company for other tours!

Hannah Jun 23, 2022

Excellent tour. Highly recommend!

Nicole Jun 21, 2022

Our tour guide was the most knowledgeable tour guide I have ever had. She made the experience wonderful.

Shon Jun 21, 2022

Meeting Point

Meeting Point
Via delle Terme di Tito, 72 (Oppio Caffè) Meet directly across the street from Oppio Caffè at the gated entrance to Colle Oppio Park.

This tour meets opposite to the entrance to ""Oppio Caffè"" by the gate of access to the Park. The Park entrance is located on the corner of Via di Terme di Tito and Via Nicola Salvi.

If arriving by metro, please note that there are two entrances/exits for the metro. The Gate to access the Park is located on the street above the metro station. You can take the stairs up either inside the metro station or from outside. Once you arrive to the street above the metro, face the colosseum and then walk to your left 150 meters and you will find the Oppio Caffè and the Gate to the Park at the corner.

Please meet 15 minutes prior to the tour start time.

FAQs

Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?

Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next avaialbe date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.

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.

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.

Do I need to bring a photo identification with me?

Yes! This is especially important if you have purchased a student ticket because some sights will check when we arrive.

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.

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.

Is there wheelchair access in the Colosseum?

Wheelchair access in the Colosseum is limited at best and non-existent when its crowded. The specific route of this tour does not accomodate wheelchairs (as we have to go up and down stairs). If you use a wheelchair or have impaired mobility and would like to see the Colosseum, please contact our customer service department for private tour options at [email protected]

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.

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.

Does Skip the Line Access mean no waiting?

During busy periods (May - October) there is sometimes a short wait to get inside the Colosseum. This is because the Colosseum has changed its admission policy to ensure that only 3,000 people are allowed within the amphitheater at any given time, meaning much less crowding during busy periods. Although our tickets are pre-booked with Skip the Line access, this may mean a slight delay on entering if capacity has already been reached. It's rare that we have to wait for more than a few minutes but if we do, it's unavoidable.

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