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VIP Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

4622 reviews

3.5 hours

Max 24

Seeing what the arena floor would look like with the help of visual aids.

The view of the Colosseum from the arena floor is spectacular.

The Colosseum arena floor is visited on special access tours only

There is always time for a few pictures in the Colosseum.

A Walks guide shows guests how the Colosseum looked nearly 2,000 years ago

There is always time for a few pictures.

A Walks guide tells guests about some of the the most decadent shows that were ever held in the Colosseum. Hint: They included giraffes.

Visitors learn about gladiators and blood soaked public spectacles while standing on the exact spot where they took place.

The enormity of the Colosseum as seen from the Arena Floor is impossible to understand unless you go.

The arena floor is one of the most exclusive parts of the Colosseum.

The floor is a reconstruction of the original, but the feeling of being surrounded by 2,000 years of history is very real.

Walks guides like to point out details that you might otherwise miss.

The Roman Forum is incredible - but difficult to decipher alone

The stadium at Domitian's Palace on Palatine Hill

The Roman Forum was the center of the Ancient World for hundreds of years

Taking in the Colosseum Underground from the Arena Floor.

Soaking in one of the many sights of the Palatine Hill.

These ruins were once the center of the Western World.

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Why take this tour?

Highlights

Enjoy special access entry and a dedicated guide on your VIP tour
Lose yourself in the lore of Ancient Rome, and the people who populated it
Step back in time and tour the tunnels of the Colosseum Underground
Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Sites Visited
Colosseum
Colosseum Underground Level
Roman Forum
Palatine Hill
Arch of Constantine

Tour Includes
Local English-speaking guide
Expertly guided walking tour
Skip-the-line ticket for Colosseum (VIP Express Access)
Special access ticket to Colosseum Underground Level
Skip-the-line ticket for Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Headset (groups over 6 people)

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Sev was an excellent guide..he really helped us to understand the history of the Colosseum.. loved that he had pictures to help us understand what it used to look like ... thoroughly enjoyed our day

Judith Jan 29, 2022

Valentina Jan 23, 2022

Daniel Jan 12, 2022

Eva Jan 10, 2022

Luigi was an amazing guide who kept my family including our 2 teenage sons interested for 5 hours. His enthusiasm and knowledge were far above expectations. Everything was well organised. Definitely would recommend your organisation and Luigi to others.

Petra Jan 09, 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

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

No. Unfortunately, due to site restrictions we cannot accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. If you use a wheelchair and book this tour by accident, we are happy to offer you credit for a future tour that is wheelchair accessible anywhere in the world, or a full refund.

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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