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Rome: Colosseum Express Gladiator Arena-Small Group/Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $37 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 149 reviews
- Languages
- AR, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- getitalytours
- Meeting point
- The meeting point in front of the famous bar CAFFÈ ROMA.Adresslargo gaetana agneseRight in front of the bar you will see a tree , where we Will be holding a company sign .We will be there RIGHT 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE STARTING OF THE TOUR (NOT EARLIER THAN THAT).
Description
This tour is a travel in time... get ready for the big show !! discover the Colosseum starting from the core , the gladiator's Arena Floor. This tour have a small sized group to create a better vibe and interaction with your professional guide
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 16 times a day, 1:00 AM–5:45 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $37
- Child (ages 3–17)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $319.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:15 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Colosseum
Our expert guide will meet you at the given meeting point and after a short introduction will accompany you to the fast track priority entrance (skip the line).this tour gives you an exquisite opportunity to learn about one of the great attraction in Rome. This tour is especially designed for families with old people and kids who want to get in quicker instead of waiting in hours long lines that help to save some energy to make a learning experience through-out a day. You will be visiting 1st and 2nd tier of Colosseum to get ample knowledge about concealed facts of this prototypical monument that shall amaze you. after the tour finishes , no need to come out immediately, instead get some free time explore things on your own and take some photos.
What's included
Included
radio and headset if the group is more then 6 ppl
Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
All Fees and Taxes
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Admission Fees
Self guided admission To the Roman Forum & Palatine hill
Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
Official licenced tour guide for colosseum
Not included
Underground Level
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
149 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $37 is 68% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 will result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- The names provided during booking cannot be altered later on; the name of the persons who will show at the meeting point of the tour have to be the same of the ones provided during the booking process.
- TO ENTER IN THE COLOSSEUM AND FORUM IS MANDATORY TO PRESENT A VALID ID OR PASSPORT OF ALL THE VISITORS, ADULTS AND UNDER 18 (also a picture of the id/passport is accepted). The names on the passport or ID document have to match the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
- All visitors must pass through a mandatory security control which can take some time depending on the number of people visiting the monument that day. During peak times or seasons, the wait time for security checks may be significant and is UNRELATED TO THE TICKETS QUEUE.
- Tours will proceed regardless of weather conditions unless the monument is closed by authorities for safety reasons
- LATE ARRIVALS ARE CONSIDERED NO SHOW , which is NOT REFUNDABLE and also not possible to reschedule. The reservations have a specific entrance time , after that they expire and are not anymore valid. If you book a guided tour , you can only enter with the group , you cannot enter by yourself.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Rome: Colosseum Express Gladiator Arena-Small Group/Private Tour lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $37 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $319. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 16 departures a day between 1:00 AM and 5:45 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay nothing, adults from $37. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The meeting point in front of the famous bar CAFFÈ ROMA. Adress: largo gaetana agnese. Right in front of the bar you will see a tree , where we Will be holding a company sign . We will be there RIGHT 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE STARTING OF THE TOUR (NOT EARLIER THAN THAT). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 149 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by getitalytours.
Reviews(149)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
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We did not particularly care for the tour guide. Even though he only used his picture book as a guide it seemed a little odd that he had to use the book to describe what we were seeing and what was there before.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the tour did not fully meet your expectations. We understand your concern regarding the guide’s reliance on the picture book, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We’ll certainly take your comments into consideration as we work to improve the tour experience and ensure our guides provide engaging, informative, and well-presented commentary. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
J
Very ositivw
Great guide. Good energy. Able to answer all questions.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
N
Tour guide couldn’t wait for it to be over l
Guide raced thru the colosseum like we were running the marathon, had to struggle to keep up with her Tour was 40 minutes if that. Would not recommend
D
Perfect Amount of Time to Experience the Collessum and get the highlights! Great Small Group Tour!
Anca our tour guide was knowledgeable and amazing for this tour! We were lucky enough to have booked a small group and nobody else ended up on our tour and she was so good one on one and able to answer all of our questions and highlight all of the major talking points within our allotted time! Thank you Anca you were wonderful!
V
Great experience
We were the only family in the tour so it wasn’t crowded. They gave us head sets so we could hear the tour guide. The only issue was my son has hearing aids and they didn’t have any over the ear options for listening, only ear buds. He was unable to use the headset but the rest of us were ok. The guide spent about an hour taking us through the colosseum and providing information. She allowed ample time for pictures and did her best to find shade when describing things, as it was extremely hot.
S
It was a great tour. Our...
It was a great tour. Our guide Giuseppe was great. He got us through quickly & being on the arena was fantastic. The only other thing I would say was that is was overly expensive.
J
Best tour must use her!!!!
Was the best experience we have had. She was thoughtful prepared articulate. Took time to explain every aspect of colloseum. I would have used her for our entire Rome trip had I known about her. So patient, smart and resourceful to support me when I forgot proper id. Thank you .
S
Got cancelled after paying
I booked and paid for this tour several months ago. Now, less than a week before the trip I got a message that the tour was cancelled. I see that the same dates and times and tours and still available online, but the price is 4X as high. What in the world?! DO NOT RECOMMEND
P
The perfect tour for us
We wanted an express tour and we got exactly what we needed. Our guide did a phenomenal job of hustling us in even with all of the new restrictions and long lines. He gave us great insight into the history of the colosseum and Ancient Rome and by some miracle he even managed to engage my 13 year olds interest. We booked this last minute after “the tour guy” completed dropped the ball and left us hanging. Turns out it was for the best and we were all extremely pleased with our tour.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
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