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Colosseum Guided Tour with Special Access to the Gladiator Arena

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Rome’s iconic symbol and travel back in time to the Ancient Empire period entering the Colosseum as a Gladiator since the special ticket further grants you exclusive access to the arena floor where gladiators once fought. And stroll through its arches and corridors before heading to the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

What's Included

  • The special access to the gladiator arena
  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • A full experience ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Entrance to the Underground and III Level of the Colosseum
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Colosseum

You’ll visit the amphitheatre (Colosseum) with a professional licensed guide to let you know the stories and history that bring you these ruins to life.The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheater, is an elliptical architecture in the center of Rome. It is the one of the largest construction ever built in ancient Rome. The Colosseum lies quite close to the Roman Forum and the Palatine hill. The emperor Vespasian began the construction of the amphitheater in 72 AD. It was then completed in 80 AD, under the reign of his son Titus.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

Next, visit the Roman Forum to see where the center of Roman social, political, and religious life took place. Home to the old marketplace and Temple of Julius Caesar, it was a grand site at the heart of Roman life.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Head up Palatine Hill next, the rumored birthplace of Rome and middle of the 7 hills. Enjoy panoramic views over the city from here, including unforgettable views of the Colosseum and Roman Forum themselves.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum Guided Tour with Special Access to the Gladiator Arena?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-194808P6

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum Guided Tour with Special Access to the Gladiator Arena?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • The special access to the gladiator arena.
  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • A full experience ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Free admission tickets for all children under 18 years old.
  • Quality Headset.
  • The admission tickets price: 25€, is included in the price paid online.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance to the Underground and III Level of the Colosseum.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Colosseum Guided Tour with Special Access to the Gladiator Arena is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Colosseum Guided Tour with Special Access to the Gladiator Arena will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • The special access to the gladiator arena
  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • A full experience ticket to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Free admission tickets for all children under 18 years old
  • Quality Headset
  • The admission tickets price: 25€, is included in the price paid online
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Entrance to the Underground and III Level of the Colosseum

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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