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Rome: Private Colosseum Arena Floor Tour — Gladiator Gate Entry

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1 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Olosseum and Arena entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Private licensed guide — your group only, never combined with other travelers
  • Food and Drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Underground Colosseum access (subject to availability — enquire at booking)
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Meeting Location

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Via delle Terme di Tito
72, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

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What To Expect

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Via delle Terme di Tito, 72

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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3 hours 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
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome: Private Colosseum Arena Floor Tour — Gladiator Gate Entry?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Olosseum and Arena entrance ticket (valued at €24 per person)
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Private licensed guide — your group only, never combined with other travelers
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill — fully guided (Option 2 only) or self-guided with ticket (Option 1)
  • Food and Drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Underground Colosseum access (subject to availability — enquire at booking)

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
  • 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.

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