Tours/Rome/Colosseum by Night Underground access
Viator · group up to 24 pax

Colosseum by Night Underground access

4.8(5)Rome1 hour
VIATOR4.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(4)

Description

Visit Rome’s spectacular Colosseum without having to elbow your way through the crowds. With this guided tour, enjoy after-hour access to admire both the ancient Roman amphitheater’s underground tunnels and chambers and the dramatic gladiators arena floor. -Explore the Colosseum away from the crowds of the daytime -Benefit from access to the Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor -Marvel at the most famous arena of the Roman Empire -Hear thrilling combat stories from your guide as the stars shine above you HAVING ID DOCUMENTS IS MANDATORY AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE COLOSSEUM AS THE TICKETS ARE NOMINATIVE (A COPY ON YOUR PHONE IS ACCEPTED).

Tour Options

Colosseum by Night Underground access

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

Discover the Colosseum in the serenity of night with a guided tour. Enjoy access to the main areas of the structure, as well as access to the underground dungeons and arena floor under the moonlight, where fierce gladiator battles once took place. Upon arrival at the Colosseum in the evening, meet your guide who will escort you on your exclusive journey. Away from the usual crowds of the day, enjoy the opportunity to admire the Colosseum in a more intimate and engaging way, as you first discover the grandstands. Then, you will enter one of the restrictive areas of the monument, the underground. Discover a network of tunnels where lions, tigers, and other fearsome animals were kept. See the remnants of cages, wooden elevators, and gladiator rooms where combatants awaited their frightful fate in the arena. Head up to the arena floor through the archway named "The Gate of Death." Hear thrilling stories from your guide under the moonlight.

Highlights

Access to Palatine hill and Roman Forum (self-guided)
Guided visit to the Colosseum's restricted underground
Guided visit to Arena level
All Taxes and Fees
Certified tour guide

What's included

Included
Access to Palatine hill and Roman Forum (self-guided)
Guided visit to the Colosseum's restricted underground
Guided visit to Arena level
All Taxes and Fees
Certified tour guide
Not included
Food and Drink
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(5)

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Peter S
July 28, 2026
Fantastic Company, Fantastic Experience

After spending the day in busy tourist areas, visiting the Colosseum at night felt peaceful and truly special. The beautifully illuminated monument and the quiet evening atmosphere made the experience unforgettable. Everything was perfectly organized, and the company handled our booking professionally. Our tickets arrived on time, and we didn't have to worry about a thing. I'd happily book with this company again.

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B397GNmaryb
July 24, 2026
The Colosseum After Sunset Was Something Else

My Friend and I had visited Rome before But we had never experienced the colosseum like this.walking through the entrance at night with the lights shining on the ancient stones was a completely different feeling.when we reached the underground area,we both stopped for a moment just looking around.Our guide told stories that made us imagine what happened there centuries ago.The company was very organized and made the whole night easy.

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davidsR4426SM
July 18, 2026
Professional and Reliable Team

(A Birthday I'll Always Remember) My husband surprised me with this night experience for my birthday. Walking through the underground chambers under the evening lights was absolutely magical. Everything was perfectly organized, and the company answered our questions before the tour. It became my favorite memory from Rome.

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3patricia1968
July 17, 2026
Absolutely Worth It!

This was one of the best experiences we had in Rome. Visiting the Colosseum at night is completely different from the daytime. It was peaceful, much less crowded, and the atmosphere was simply incredible. Walking through the Arena and the Underground after dark made the history feel much more real. Everything was very well organized, the meeting instructions were clear, and the whole experience ran smoothly. If you’re looking for something unique and unforgettable instead of the usual daytime visit, I highly recommend this tour. It was absolutely worth it.

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Charlotte_d
September 8, 2025
Informative but you don’t...

Informative but you don’t see much more than you would with a basic ticket. Tour guide was friendly but sometimes struggled to hear him.

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