Colosseum: Gladiator’s Gate & Arena Floor Experience

Experience the thrill of ancient Rome with an expert guide. Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate and explore the reconstructed Arena floor. Walk through the Roman Forum delving into Rome's legendary tales and panoramic views.

• Guaranteed Entry Time at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
• So many takeaways! Learn the meaning of “Caput Mundi,” what’s all the fuss about a she-wolf, and did all roads really lead to Rome?
• Walk in the footsteps of Julius Caesar, Augustus, Nero and more
• Exclusive access to the Arena floor

Meet your expert guide and without any further ado enter the Colosseum, the architectural marvel that has stood tall since 72 AD and once accommodated over 50,000 roaring spectators. Feel the thrill as you enter through the iconic Gladiator's Gate, also known as the “Gate of Death”, and step onto the Arena floor, the very heart of ancient Rome's gladiatorial battles. As you stand where history's fiercest warriors once fought, your guide will vividly bring to life the importance, significance, and fascinating truth about the games, separating historical facts from myths and Hollywood dramatizations. 

 With the Colosseum behind you, you'll venture further into the past as you explore the Roman Forum, the bustling hub of ancient Rome's social, political, and commercial life. Marvel at the well-preserved ruins and imagine the grandeur of Rome in its heyday, with temples, basilicas, and public spaces that date back to the 7th century BC. As you walk through this ancient city center, your guide will share intriguing tales of Rome's legendary founding on Palatine Hill, where according to popular myth, a she-wolf nursed the abandoned twins, Romulus and Remus. This laid the foundation for the rise of Rome, from its humble beginnings to the mighty empire ruled by tyrants, emperors, and Caesars who declared themselves Gods. 
 The tour culminates on Palatine Hill, offering panoramic views of the Forum and the modern city of Rome beyond. Here you will delve into the stories of Rome's first king, Romulus, and his twin brother, Remus, whose dramatic tale of survival and triumph set the stage for centuries of Roman dominance.

• Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
• Mont Saint-Michel, France
• Palatine Hill, Via Sacra, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: Excessive crowding is to be expected at the Colosseum and Roman Forum during peak season, especially on days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, often leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. Entrance to the Colosseum is guaranteed.

LARGE BAGS / WEAPONS/ LUGGAGE will not be allowed inside the monuments. There is no baggage storage area at the Colosseum. Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.

Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.

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