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Colosseum by Evening Guided Tour with Optional Arena Floor Access

4.2(892)1 hour
VIATOR4.3(743)TRIPADVISOR4.1(149)

Description

The Colosseum is a must-see when exploring Rome, and few experiences make a visit more special than entering after hours, as the heat fades and the light begins to soften. On this tour, you’ll enjoy access to restricted areas, with Arena Floor access included depending on the option selected, and admire recently discovered graffiti dating back to the Late Middle Ages—all without the usual daytime crowds and noise.

Tour Options

Group Tour
  • Group Tour: Group of no more than 25 people. Please note: that Access to the Arena Floor is not included
Group Tour with Arena Floor
  • Group Tour: Group of no more than 25 people. Special Arena Floor Access: Colosseum Evening Tour with Special Access to Arena Floor
Semi Private Tour
  • Semi Private Tour: Semi Private Group of no more than 10 people. Please note : that Access to the Arena
Semi Private with Arena Floor
  • Semi Private Tour: Semi Private group of no more than 10 people. Special Arena Floor Access: Colosseum Evening Tour with Special Access to Arena Floor
Small Group with Arena Floor
  • Small Group Tour: Small Group of no more than 15 people. Special Arena Floor Access: Colosseum Evening Tour with Special Access to Arena Floor

Itinerary

20 min

Our tour starts with Trajan’s Column where you’ll pass through Via dei Fori Imperiali overlooking the Roman Forum (closed at this hour), the civic historical centre. Home to the bustling marketplace, ruled by moneylenders and shopkeepers, this was Rome at its finest. Here politicians held rallies before elections, soldiers marched triumphantly down the Via Sacra, and the Vestal Virgins decided if men lived or died.

Admission not included15 min

See a spectacular view of the Roman Forum (from outside). Even the ancient Romans rarely saw the Colosseum like this: empty, peaceful, and cool. But away from the crowds, and with your guide on hand to fill in any details, it’s easy to imagine the arena as it once was.

Admission included80 min

As the Roman Empire expanded, so did the Colosseum’s spectacles. Enter the Colosseum after hours and enjoy a quieter, more atmospheric visit. Depending on the option selected, you may access restricted areas, including the Arena Floor. With fewer crowds and changing light conditions, enjoy excellent photo opportunities and discover ancient graffiti revealing stories of those who lived, worked, and gathered here.

Highlights

Reserved Entrance to the Colosseum
Access to the Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected)
Group Size of your choice (10, 15 or 20 participants)
Roman Forum is seen from the outside only
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Local expert guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)

What's included

Included
Reserved Entrance to the Colosseum
Access to the Colosseum Arena Floor (if option selected)
Group Size of your choice (10, 15 or 20 participants)
Roman Forum is seen from the outside only
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Local expert guide
Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person, or €24 per person if arena access is included)
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guest below 6 years old due to venue security reason.
  • Please note: All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum.
  • Every customer on this tour is required to present a valid government issued ID or Passport at the Colosseum, that matches their name on the reservation, or entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
  • Please note that the itinerary for our tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. We assure you that any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience.
  • On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.
  • May experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue

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