Small-Group Ancient Rome and Colosseum Underground Tour

Choose from a morning or afternoon start time when you book, then make your way to the start point near the Colosseum on Via dei Fori Imperiali.

A symbol of ancient Rome, the impressive amphitheater is rich with history. Hear tales of the ancient gladiators who fought wild beasts to the delight of the bloodthirsty crowds, and learn about the cruelty and clemency of the emperors who presided over the games.

As you learn about the gladiatorial games, explore the areas that are normally off-limits to the general public. See the underground chambers where wild animals were kept in cages, and wander along the passageways that gladiators once paced along.

From the Colosseum, head into the heart of the Roman Forum to learn about daily life in ancient times. Amble around the temples and arches as you listen to tales of the politics and religion of Imperial Rome.

• Choose between morning or afternoon departures, to suit your schedule
• An ideal tour for first-time visitors to Rome who want an overview
• Get skip-the-line access to some restricted parts of the Colosseum
• Upgrade your experience to include access to the third tier

History enthusiasts will love the chance to get beneath the surface of Rome, literally. This guided tour takes you to restricted underground parts of the Colosseum that visitors can't normally access. Learn about the gladiators, as well as about the lives of ordinary Romans. Also visit the spectacular Roman Forum, above ground, for a complete picture of ancient Rome.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Identity Card and Covid-19 Vaccine Passport are required
Please provide all the necessary information during the booking, Including names, birth dates, etc., so that the tour can elaborated soonest possible
Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign with the name of our company TOURS OF ROME in the Meeting point.
Tour start time can be subject to changes depending on the availability of the Colosseum Underground Tickets, in cas of a Change of the start time; we will send you a private message with the new start time
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time to the meeting point
luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
Because of some restrictions by the Colosseum Authorities the part of Underground Chambers visit will be conducted by a local expert archaeologist of the Colosseum and will be in a group
Police control and metal detector controls can slow the fast track entrance
Confirmation with all the details of the tour will be received after Booking the Colosseum underground chambers tickets
Tour may start with ancient Rome and then move to Colosseum and will finish with the local archaeologist of the Colosseum
Tour may start with Colosseum and will finish in the Roman Forum with your guide
We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone to be easy to contact us and to contact you if necessary
For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
In case of Dangerous Rain it can be impossible to walk inside Colosseum Undergrounds and you will be given 45 minutes on the ARENA FLOOR where you can see all the underground sections without walking inside it
Most travelers can participate
Tour start time can be subject to changes depending on the availability of the Colosseum Underground Tickets, in cas of a Change of the start time; we will send you a private message with the new start time
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers