Rome: Private Colosseum, Arena and Underground Tour with Pick-Up
Description
Explore the Colosseum and surrounding area on this 3-hour private tour. Experience the emotion of a Roman gladiator as you descend with your private guide below the Colosseum, to the Underground section, where gladiators, prisoners and wild animals prepared to face their fate in the arena above. Continue discovering the Flavian Amphitheatre by walking through the galleries and imagine yourself as one of the 80.000 spectators watching the games. Your visit will continue at the Roman Forum, beating heart of the Eternal City. Walk along the Via Sacra and admire the ruins of temples and ancient palaces.
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Itinerary
Visiting the Colosseum is a common thing to do while in Rome, but with us, we will bring you to special access areas that not everyone has the privilege of seeing, include the Colosseum underground and the Colosseum Arena floor. Descend into the depths of the Colosseum Underground, where Roman gladiators, prisoners and wild animals were prepared to enter the arena and fight for their lives. Feel the adrenaline-fuelled emotions of the famous games. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to enter one of Rome’s most exclusive and highly-requested tours. You'll then proceed to walk onto the exclusive access area of the Colosseum Arena Floor. Here, you'll be explained further of the going ons during the peak years of the amphitheatre, how the Roman Emperors used to act and where they used to sit. You will then get a taste of how the view was for the luckier spectators from the 1st tier.
Walk a short distance to the entrance of the Roman Forum and discover the ruins of the political center of Ancient Rome. Your private tour guide will help you understand how this place looked in its heyday and explain the beautiful ruins that remain to this day. Among the many places of interest within the forum is the Temple of Julius Caesar and the House of the Vestal Virgins.
You will walk along this Piazza in order to access the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Nothing was added from the time of the Roman Empire, what you see, is more or less the view that the romans had in the past.
Admire the view of the most important Triumphal Arch of Rome dedicated to the Famous Emperor Costantine. This Arch represents a turning point of the Roman History and Art, a dividing line between the rise of the Christians and the decline of the Roman Empire.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up from Hotel (if centrally located - within the Aurelian Walls)
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Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues or those using a wheelchair
- Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Please be aware that to enter the Colosseum it is necessary to pass a metal detector security check
- Large bags and backpacks are not allowed
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Be prepared to climb uneven steps and explore an archaeological site - wear good shoes. Anticipate Rome's intense heat in the summer - you may want to bring a small umbrella to block the sun as well as unexpected, sudden rainfall
- Closed-toe, non-slip shoes are required for safety. Access to the Colosseum may be denied without proper footwear.
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
Reviews(109)
Unfortunately, due to the city of Rome limiting access to tickets to the underground arena, we were unable to tour that area. However, City Eyes offered us a modified version of the tour at a reduced price, it was just without the underground. They communicated well with us regarding the changed details of the tour. Our private driver was prompt and professional, driving us to and from the Colosseum and ensuring we connected directly with our tour guide. Our private tour guide, Alessandro, was fantastic. He is an educated and experienced archeologist who was able to give us an unforgettable tour of the Colosseum. We were very pleased with our experience and recommend both Alessandro and City Eyes Tours.
Thank you for your understanding and for recommending Alessandro and CityEyes. We truly appreciate the trust you placed in us and will pass your words to Alessandro and our team. Grazie! Alessandro, and the CityEyes Team
Elisa was amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable and was amazing showing us all the places. I recommend this private tour! The private pick up was very helpful as well! Highly recommended! Great service!!
Azurra was our guide very helpful and lively. He had a lot of knowledge to pass on to us and although we hired the guide in Spanish, he explained everything to us quietly in Portuguese. We love it!
Marco was an expert guide! The pick-up and drop off were very appreciated. We enjoyed the anthropological experience.
You HAVE to do this tour. Our guide, Emanuele was incredibly knowledgeable. What could have been a sight-seeing tour became an immersive learning experience. History, context, and visuals made for a never-dull 3 hours. Rome has many great things to offer, but you NEED to do this tour if you want to truly understand the history of this beautiful structure.
Bloody brilliant from start to finish. Kate was so informative- depth and breadth of knowledge was very impressive.
Our tour of Ancient Rome - The Forum, Palatine Hill & Colosseum (including underground) was one of our favorites. Our guide Marina was engaging, funny, knowledgeable and passionate. We learned so much about the meaning and purpose of the spaces, as well as the materials used in the construction of the basilicas & temples. We especially appreciated the rendered drawings she shared that helped bring the ruins to life. The Colosseum was incredible…if you’re on the fence about the underground, it’s worth it! We’re so glad we added it.
Guide was great, although yhe tour itself was just a bit too long for me, an 81 year old female. I should have scheduled the Forum and Palentine hill for another time.
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the guide, and we truly appreciate your note about the pacing—it's helpful as we continue refining our experiences for every guest. The Eyes of Rome Team
This was an amazing tour and having a private tour guide with pickup gave us a detailed and in depth visit. Our guide (an archeologist) was exceptional and his knowledge of the site astounding. Would highly recommend this tour.
Thank you for your kind words. We're so glad the private format and your guide’s archaeological expertise made the experience feel truly in-depth and memorable. The Eyes of Rome Team
Our private Colosseum, Arena, and Underground Tour with Marco was absolutely unforgettable! He was incredibly knowledgeable about history and archaeology, sharing fascinating stories and fun facts that made ancient Rome come alive. The real highlight was accessing the underground area — a truly special and limited experience that most visitors don’t get. Being down there, away from the crowds, felt like stepping back in time. You can really imagine the atmosphere and what it must have been like during the gladiator days. We ended the tour at Palatine Hill, where Marco continued with more captivating stories and great tips for exploring on our own. If you want an intimate, crowd-free way to experience the Colosseum and its hidden secrets, this private tour is 100% worth it!
Thank you for such a thoughtful and vivid review. We're glad Marco made ancient Rome come alive and that the underground access left such a strong impression. Experiences like this are what we aim for every time. Marco & The Eyes of Rome Team
