Colosseum Guided Tour
Description
Begin your visit to the Colosseum through the Gladiators’ Gate, the historic passage once used by ancient fighters before stepping onto the arena. Entry is included and coordinated by your licensed guide as part of the scheduled tour. Entry is coordinated as part of the scheduled tour, with access to the first and second levels, where spectators once gathered for historic public events. From these upper tiers, take in sweeping views of the amphitheater and gain insight into its impressive scale and design. Your guide will explain the traditions of gladiatorial combat, the social hierarchy of Roman spectators, and the historical context behind the construction and legacy of the Colosseum. Along the way, discover architectural details such as ancient inscriptions carved into the stone by Roman nobles. The elevated viewpoints offer excellent photo opportunities, providing a memorable and informative perspective on this world-famous archaeological site.
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See Rome's iconic monuments in a fun and easy way with your tour guide. Learn about the history of the amphitheater and the spectacular matches that the Colosseum Arena has hosted. Hear about the construction techniques invented by the Romans, the amazing skills of gladiators, fierce battles between exotic animals, and the advanced techniques Roman engineers used to build the Colosseum. Walk through the first level and see the arena, trapdoors. It will entertain you with the story of Gladioteral game, the largest and most expensive game in the history of humanity.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Reviews(1,601)
Palo was excellent. The night tour was wonderful.
Absolutely amazing experience, both because of the incredible access and the guidance of Paulo, who led the tour. I saw the full extent of the underground passages with plenty of time to take in the sights, coupled with friendly conversation and in-depth historical commentary. From there, we continued to the arena and upper floors for amazing views. I got some great photos and gained a much deeper understanding of both the history of the Colosseum and the Roman Empire more broadly. I cannot recommend this enough.
Thanks for the amazing review! We're so glad Paulo made your Underground tour unforgettable. Incredible access, great photos, and deep historical insights—sounds like the perfect experience! Hope to see you again in Rome!
Georgia our guide was fantastic she was so sweet friendly and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour! Excellent tour!!
Love this review—thank you, Janice! "Best private tour!"—we love hearing that! Georgia is a superstar—sweet, friendly, and full of knowledge. So glad you had an excellent experience. Hope to have you back in Rome soon!
Absolutely amazing tour guide. Palao was my guide. We had a great time. It was just me and him. Very private. Such detailed historical info.
Thanks for the great review! We're so glad you had an amazing Underground tour with Paulo. A private tour with such detailed history—sounds perfect! Hope to see you again in Rome!
We had a guided tour with Georgia and it was fantastic, she was very informative and knowledgeable
Thanks, Leah! We're so glad you had a fantastic tour with Georgia. Informative and knowledgeable—she's the best! Hope to see you again in Rome!
Our guide, Sandro, was excellent. He was born & raised in Rome and was very passionate and knowledgeable of the ‘Colosseo’. His explanations were interesting & interactive. 75 minutes was enough time to tour Levels 1 +2. Especially in the heat of August. Paid $280 for 2 adults for a group tour that ended up being a private tour. Private might be the way to go to avoid having to use headsets.
Love this review—thank you! Sandro is a Roman treasure, and we're so glad his passion for the 'Colosseo' shined through. 75 minutes in August heat, Levels 1 & 2, AND a surprise private tour? Sounds like a win! Totally get the headsets comment—private really is the way to go. Hope to have you back for round two (maybe underground next time?)!
Worst experience ever with T and T Empire do not use them. The tour was supposed to start at 9.00 am but we didnt get going until 9.15 and were told that we only had a very short time to look around the forum and palentine hill due to the ticket timings for the coloseum. Then we were not allowed in due to the wrong tickets being booked and the tour was cancelled. I heard the quide say this happens a lot. GYG told me this tour didnt exist anymore and had been removed but T and T never told us. Still waiting for my refund .
We sincerely appreciate you bringing this to our attention. This seems to be a case of mistaken identity, as the experience you described does not match our tours at all. We are Discover Rome Tours, not T&T Empire Tours. We have been operating tours in Rome for over 20 years and take great pride in delivering professional, high-quality experiences. A 15-minute delay and having the wrong tickets is simply not how we do business. It sounds like you had a truly frustrating experience, and we completely understand why you would be upset. Our suggestion would be to repost your review on the correct page for T&T Empire Tours so that other travelers can be aware, and so that the right company can address your refund directly. If you need any help identifying which booking belonged to them versus us, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Paulo was amazing on his knowledge of the history. No Colosseum visit is complete unless you do the night underground tour. A difficult ticket but worth the effort.
Thanks, Paul! We're so glad Paulo's knowledge made your night underground tour amazing. You're spot on—it's a must-do experience, and we're so happy it was worth the effort! Hope to see you again!
We had Georgia as our guide she was amazing friendly and provided the best information!
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted that Georgia's expertise and warm personality made your Colosseum visit so enjoyable. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. We hope to welcome you back to Rome in the future!
The tour was amazing, a little rushed but still got through everything!
Thanks, Jatin! We're so glad you had an amazing tour. We appreciate the feedback on pacing—we'll keep that in mind! Hope to see you again soon!
