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Only Arena Floor Guided Tour

15 Reviews 4.60 out of 5 stars Based on 15 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy
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1 to 2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Arena Access – Enter through the Gladiators’ Gate and step onto the Arena floor, an experience not included in standard entry tickets.

Immersive Central Viewpoint – Enjoy a 360° perspective of the Colosseum from the same spot where gladiators once fought.

See the Underground Chambers – From the Arena, get a clear view of the hypogeum, where fighters and animals were kept before battles.

Less Crowded Experience – Explore a restricted-access area with fewer people, giving you more space to enjoy and take photos.

Expert Storytelling Guides – Our licensed guides are history specialists and passionate storytellers, bringing the Colosseum’s past to life with vivid tales, hidden details, and legends.

Engaging & Easy to Understand – Guides explain complex history in a fun, clear, and interactive way, making the experience enjoyable for all ages.

Great for Photos – Capture unique shots from a perspective most visitors never get to see.

What's Included

  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Meals
  • Underground
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Meeting Location

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Largo Gaetana Agnesi
1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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Colosseum

1)Arena Floor Access – Walk through the Gladiators’ Gate and step directly onto the Arena floor, where gladiators once entered to fight. 2)Underground Visibility – From the Arena floor, see into the hypogeum (underground chambers) where animals, gladiators, and stage sets were prepared. 3)Historical Insights – Discover fascinating stories about gladiator battles, wild animal hunts, and public spectacles held here. 4)Guided Experience – Your guide will bring the Arena’s history to life with legends, facts, and anecdotes that make the site more vivid. 5)Seating Tiers & Architecture – Learn how the massive seating system was divided for emperors, senators, nobles, and ordinary citizens.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Foro Romano

1) Sacred Heart of Ancient Rome – Walk through the political, religious, and social center of the Roman Empire. 2)Temple of Saturn – See the remains of one of the oldest temples in Rome, dedicated to the god of wealth and abundance. 3) Arch of Septimius Severus – Admire this impressive triumphal arch, built to celebrate Roman military victories. 4) Basilica Julia & Basilica Aemilia – Discover the ruins of ancient law courts and meeting halls, once buzzing with Roman citizens.Temple of Castor and Pollux – Marvel at the three iconic standing columns that symbolize Rome’s grandeur.House of the Vestal Virgins – Explore the residence of the priestesses who maintained the sacred flame of Vesta.Rostra (Speakers’ Platform) – Stand where great leaders like Julius Caesar and Cicero once addressed the people.Temple of Antoninus and Faustina – View a temple later converted into a church, showing the blend of Roman and Christian history.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Palatine Hill

Birthplace of Rome – Explore the legendary hill where Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC, making it the cradle of Roman civilization.Imperial Palaces – Walk through the ruins of the Domus Augustana and Domus Flavia, lavish palaces where emperors lived and ruled.Hippodrome of Domitian – See the remains of the private stadium and garden built for imperial entertainment and ceremonies.Stunning Panoramic Views – Enjoy breathtaking views over the Roman Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other.Farnese Gardens – Stroll through one of Europe’s first Renaissance gardens, laid out on ancient palace ruins.Myth & Legend – Learn about the cave of the Lupercal, where the she-wolf is said to have nursed Romulus and Remus.Archaeological Wonders – Discover ancient temples, houses, and mosaics that reveal how the Roman elite once lived.Peaceful Escape – Experience a quieter, greener side of Rome away from the crowds, surrounded by history and nature.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • You must bring a photo ID (copies or photos on your phone are fine). Your ID and ticket will be scanned at the entrance.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Only Arena Floor Guided Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Colosseum and Arena entrance ticket valued at €24 per person.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Colosseum and Arena guided tour in English
  • Roman Forum & Palatine Hill entrance (self guided)
  • Meals
  • Underground

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • You must bring a photo ID (copies or photos on your phone are fine). Your ID and ticket will be scanned at the entrance.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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