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Rome: Private Colosseum Arena Floor Tour — Gladiator Gate Entry
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–6 hours
- Price from
- $216 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 3.5 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Pointours
- Meeting point
- Meet your private guide in front of Bar Pio, Via delle Terme di Tito 72, a short walk from the Colosseum.Your guide will be waiting outside the bar entrance.Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.
Description
Step through the Gladiator’s Gate for a rare Arena Floor perspective — stand where gladiators once fought and look up at the seats that held 50,000 roaring spectators. Choose a 90-minute express visit with flexible self-guided Forum time, or the full 3-hour guided journey across Arena, Forum, and Palatine Hill. With daily Arena access strictly limited, this private tour blends exclusivity, storytelling, and flexibility — giving families, couples, and cruise guests memories of Rome they’ll treasure forever.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 15 times a day, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Nov 5
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $216
- Child (ages 8–17)
- $194
- Infant (ages 0–7)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 270 of the next 390 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 28.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet your private guide at Bar Pio, just a short walk from the Colosseum. Your guide will assist with check-in, verify tickets and IDs, and prepare you for your timed entry.
Colosseum
Full Tour Option (180 minutes) The Colosseum has strict timed entry. Arrive late and you may lose access to the Arena Floor. This can be challenging for travelers on tight schedules or visiting Rome for the first time. Our solution: start at the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill first, creating a buffer before your entry. By the time you reach the Colosseum, your access is secured. Then enter through the Gladiator’s Gate with your private guide — your group only.
What's included
Included
olosseum and Arena entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Roman Forum and Palatine Hill — fully guided (Option 2 only) or self-guided with ticket (Option 1)
Private licensed guide — your group only, never combined with other travelers
Not included
Food and Drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Underground Colosseum access (subject to availability — enquire at booking)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.5
6 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $216 is 92% above the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,110 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Nominative Tickets: Provide first and last names of all participants during booking.
- ID Requirement: All participants must bring a valid ID for entry to the Colosseum.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Rome: Private Colosseum Arena Floor Tour — Gladiator Gate Entry lasts about 1–6 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $216 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 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 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 15 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 8–17 pay from $194, adults from $216. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 270 of the next 390 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your private guide in front of Bar Pio, Via delle Terme di Tito 72, a short walk from the Colosseum. Your guide will be waiting outside the bar entrance. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pointours.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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