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VIP Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

• Go where few visitors have gone before with this VIP Colosseum underground tour, leading you in the footsteps of gladiators so you can truly experience the might and power of ancient Rome.
• Have a VIP experience at Rome's most famous monument as you sail past the crowds and step into restricted access areas that are off-limits to the general public.
• Enjoy a full tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and hear captivating stories of Rome's glory days from your knowledgeable guide.

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Tour description, tour the colosseum in vip fashion as you visit the highly exclusive underground area..

Feel the fear and hear the roar of the crowd above you on this once-in-a-lifetime Colosseum underground tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the gory history of the gladiators while exploring the tunnels of the Colosseum underground and stepping out onto the famed arena floor.

While admiring the awe-inspiring architecture of the Colosseum, which has withstood the test of time for almost two millennia, your intimate group will be captivated by your guide's explanation of the truth behind the stadium and the games that once took place here—which isn't quite like what you might have seen in movies!

The cherry on top of your Colosseum underground tour comes as you step away from the crowds in the general access areas and make your way to the underground tunnels beneath the arena. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators who waited here before battle and hear stories about their real lives as you explore the underbelly of one of history's most spectacular stadiums. Our parent company, the Hornblower Group, worked with the Colosseum Archaeological Park to bring this experience to life, and we're so excited to share it with you as part of this once-in-a-lifetime tour.

As part of your experience, you'll explore one of the most incredible recent additions to the Colosseum: a brand-new exhibition that brings ancient Rome's most iconic figures to life. Marvel at a fascinating collection of artifacts and see firsthand how a gladiator's journey from the training area to the arena floor would have looked through lifelike digital projections.

You'll continue your gladiator's journey out onto the arena floor, which provides one of the most unforgettable vantage points of the ancient arena.

Hear tales that shock and entertain at the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill.

After your Colosseum underground tour, you'll experience the very heart of ancient Rome: the Roman Forum. This was the social and political heart of the empire, which stretched over more than 2.5 million square miles and was home to 65 million people.

Stroll beneath the Arch of Constantine and see the Senate house where toga-clad elites decided on behalf of all of those millions. Learn the story of the Temple of the Vestal Virgins, where a special cult of women kept Rome’s sacred flame alive. Your guide will share captivating tales of the ancient empire, full of love, betrayal, and larger-than-life characters (Caesar, Cleopatra and Mark Antony to name a few). They'll even come prepared with great visual aids and reconstructions to show you how it all would have looked 2,000 years ago.

Finally, at the Palatine Hill, you’ll discover the origins of ancient Rome. Legend has it that this is the spot where Remus and Romulus were found by the she-wolf and where they battled to decide who would have the privilege of building their own town. Hear how this mythical battle impacted the world you know today. We owe the ancient Romans more than you’d believe…

Benefit from privileged entrance, small groups and the best guides in the business on your Colosseum underground tour.

Traveling in small groups means you’ll find it easier to get around busy sites and to hear and engage with your guide. A good thing too, since they're bursting with captivating stories just waiting to be told! To help you get the most from the time you spend with us, we also have privileged access at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, so you'll get ahead of the crowds. Because Colosseum underground tours are so limited, this tour often sells out months in advance—so book now to be sure that your place is secured!

A number of our Colosseum tours also have special access, including our Gladiator's Gate Tour , which gets you onto the Colosseum arena floor.

Please note: Due to high demand and restricted access to certain areas of the Colosseum, the entrance time for the Colosseum Underground may be granted between 9:00am and 4:00pm the day of your tour. We will confirm the start time of your tour about 30 days prior to the tour date.

This tour is fully refundable up to 4 days prior to the event. Within 4 days, this tour is 100% non-refundable.

The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and match the names on their ID/passport. Name changes are not permitted.

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Verified guest reviews, aug 08, 2024.

We had a wonderful tour! We would book again with Walks

Christopher

Jul 26, 2024.

While our original tour of the underground was cancelled, the Walks team did a good job communicating with us and rescheduling us for the Gladiator Gate tour as well as reimbursing us immediately. The tour was very informative from start to finish. Our tour guide did a great job keeping everyone together and made sure everyone, even our two kids (12 and 18), were engaged. I highly recommend this tour.

Jun 06, 2024

INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE! Our guide Andrea made this day absolutely unforgettable!! His knowledge was second to none and created such a vision of Ancient Rome that brought the colosseum and the forum to life. We cannot that him enough!

May 26, 2024

The tour was good, and our guide was knowledgeable and passionate; however there was too much static with the headphones provided, making it difficult to hear much of what the guide said, especially when we were underground

May 03, 2024

Francesca was a great guide, she was informative, kind and funny. Great job!

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Semi-Private Colosseum Underground Tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Get special access to the underground dungeons and arena floor on this guided semi-private tour.

Did you know that only a fraction of Colosseum visitors can get tickets to see the incredible underground tunnels? As an active archaeological site with extremely limited access, tickets must be booked a month in advance and demand is high. This Colosseum tour lets you see the Underground, Arena Floor, and first and second tiers of the Colosseum. We're the leading provider Colosseum Underground tours, but even our tickets sell out fast so don't hesitate to book for your upcoming trip to Rome!

• Meet your guide outside the Colosseum Metro Stop
• Colosseum Underground
• Arena Floor
• 2nd level Colosseum
• Roman Forum
• Arch of Titus
• House of the Vestal Virgins
• Temple of Julius Caesar
• Temple Antoninus Pius
• Arch of Septimius Severus
• Palatine Hill
• End inside Roman Forum

Our Underground tours have limited availability this season. If it's sold out on the day of your trip to Rome, we recommend booking our popular Arena Floor tour that gives you access to the area where gladiators once fought!

Meet your expert local guide and semi-private group of 7 near the Colosseo metro stop, and get ready for the ultimate journey into ancient Rome! The Roman Colosseum is a must-see attraction in Rome, but not many visitors are lucky enough to get hold of exclusive Colosseum Underground tickets. As one of the few companies who have access to these coveted tickets, our Colosseum Underground tour sells out fast. This tour gives you the Underground and so much more—you'll also gain behind-the-scenes access to the reconstructed Arena Floor, enjoy the views from the first and second tiers, take a guided stroll through the Roman Forum, and climb the Palatine Hill.

Semi-Private Colosseum Underground Tour Description

Your exclusive 3.5-hour tour includes:

Colosseum Underground tickets

Access to the Arena Floor and Gladiator's Gate

Guided tour of the Colosseum with 1st and 2nd tiers

A guided tour of the Roman Forum with skip-the-line tickets

Walking tour of Palatine Hill

An expert English-speaking guide

A maximum group size of 7

After booking this epic underground tour, you’ll hear from our friendly Travel Experts who’ll ask for your name and birthday. Each ticket is reserved specifically for you since you're a VIP. Don’t forget to bring your ID to the Colosseum to confirm your ticket!

Please note that depending on the assigned entry time for the Colosseum, your tour might enter the Roman Forum first and end in the Colosseum. This product includes an entry ticket to the Colosseum + Arena + Underground, Forum and Palatine, for which our cost is 24 Euro per person.

The Colosseum Underground and Dungeons

Used for storing slaves and animals, the Hypogeum (or Underground) featured two levels and an entire network of Colosseum tunnels underground. This is where gladiators, wild animals, and the condemned awaited their gruesome fate. Led by a professional English-speaking guide, explore this behind-the-scenes area of the Colosseum, where an active archaeological dig is still going on.

As you walk around this incredible part of the Colosseum, your guide will tell stories of the likely uses of the chambers and dungeons that once hid underneath the original Arena Floor.

Arena Floor and Gladiator's Gate

Ascending to floor level, you'll step back in time as you trace the footsteps of warriors through the imposing Gate of Death (or the gladiator's gate) and out onto the reconstructed Arena Floor. This is the heart of the Colosseum and where the savage games took place.

Visit the opening to the reconstructed trap door and hear your guide describe the wild animals and battles that once fought here to the delight of ancient Roman society. It's a unique chance to imagine the fear and adrenaline that competitors must have felt so many years ago with the deafening screams of 60,000 spectators.

First and Second Levels of the Colosseum

As part of your guided tour, you'll also visit the first and second levels of the Colosseum. The views from these parts of the arena provide an excellent opportunity for photos. Your guide will tell you more about the brutal games the Colosseum spectators once witnessed, as well as the rich and influential Romans who watched from high in the stands.

All our tour guides are experts in the archaeology and history behind the historic sites we visit, including the Colosseum. Learn why "Colosseum" is just a nickname, why women didn't sit with men, and perhaps even the modern device that kept everyone protected from the sun.

Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

After your in-depth Colosseum tour, you'll talk the short walk to the Roman Forum for a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. This was once the beating heart of ancient Rome, and you can imagine daily Roman life unfolding as you walk through the ruins of the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Titus, the Roman Senate House, and much more. Your guide will bring it all back to life with tales of Mark Antony, Cleopatra, Caesar, and more.

Sandwiched between the Roman Forum and the Circus Maximus, your final stop the historic Palatine Hill—a place we like to think of as the Beverly Hills of ancient Rome. This awe-inspiring area of towering pine trees, majestic ruins, and unparalleled views were where Romulus was said to have founded the city in 753 BC. This is also where Rome's emperors lived in opulent luxury.

Don't miss out on this unique Colosseum Underground tour—tickets sell out fast!

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Really excellent tour!

Our guide was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Roman history the tour was a real pleasure, including for our teenage daughters who were engaged the whole time. Highly recommend for the whole family!

Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and she made our tour spectacular! Definitely recommend!

Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Forum tour with James

This tour was worth every penny. Seeing the underground part of the Colosseum gave a whole different perspective. James from Barcelona was awesome, very patient and knowledgeable and fun to be with. A great experience!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Please make sure to bring your passport or government ID! We also recommend comfortable shoes for walking on uneven terrain. Bring sunscreen and a water bottle for hot summer months.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

This tour includes walking on uneven terrain for most of the tour. If you have any doubts about your mobility, we suggest booking a Colosseum private tour so your needs can be better accommodated.

What happens if it rains?

We run our Colosseum tours rain or shine. If rainfall is extremely heavy, the Colosseum management will sometimes close the restricted areas for safety reasons. If the restricted areas are closed, we will offer an €18 refund to compensate for missing these areas, but we'll still take you inside the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum.

Can my tour be canceled or moved to a different day?

Yes, it is possible. Colosseum Underground tours are very exclusive and are subject to changes, but we’re experts in this field and have staff dedicated to ensuring the best possible customer experience. If we are unable to acquire tickets on your behalf, we will let you know at least 14 days before your tour date, in which case we'll add you to a comparable tour or offer a full refund.

Is it possible The Tour Guy will change this tour time?

Yes, it is very likely to happen due to the exclusive nature of this tour. We recommend you keep your entire day open to accommodate your new tour time. Be sure to monitor your email as we will contact you at least 14 days before the tour with any new start time.

Why do you need my full name and birthday?

The Colosseum management recently changed their rules, which means tickets will be reserved specifically for the actual ticket holder. We'll use your name and birthday to reserve a ticket just for you, so don't forget to bring your passport or ID to the Colosseum to confirm your ticket!

Does this tour let me skip the line?

Yes! You'll avoid the main admission line to access the Colosseum via a separate entrance with your guide. You'll also skip the line at the Roman Forum.

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Colosseum Underground & Ancient Rome Tour

• Enter the Colosseum Underground and Arena Floor with VIP exclusive access
• This is one of the most sought-after tours in Rome, and must be booked early due to the high demand and scarcity of tickets
• Gain meaningful insight into the realities of Roman life, with a local expert guide who is an expert in Archaeology and Ancient History
• Learn how historians and archaeologists work together to understand what transpired thousands of years ago
• Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and learn about the lives of Romans from your expert local guide
• Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime unique experience with an expert local guide of Rome

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Vip colosseum underground, arena & ancient rome tour, one day private tour.

Personal attention, an experienced and knowledgeable guide and an unforgettable experience. That is what we guarantee with all of our private tours.

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface? Let our expert guide transport you back 2000 years by taking you down deep into the recesses of Rome’s largest amphitheater. Explore places off the beaten tourist path, places that not even Roman citizens dared venture into. Don’t waste your valuable holiday time standing in line! Book a private Colosseum hypogeum tour with us and walk right into the depths of the Colosseum, making the most of every minute you’re in Rome.

On our privileged entrance Colosseum underground tour, see firsthand these underground rooms where the gladiators and wild animals waited before being unleashed for the enjoyment of the spectators packed like sardines in the stands above. Your knowledgeable guide will walk you through this tour of the Colosseum underground, giving you a full history and answering any questions you may have. During your Colosseum underground and arena tour, your private guide will paint the image in your mind of what it was like for the slaves 20 centuries ago, forced to fight to the death.

This intimate guided tour will show you the gritty history of the Colosseum underground. Your group will get exclusive access to the underground and arena floor. From these fantastic viewpoints, you will gain a unique perspective on the games the Romans watched here. You’ll also get a feel for what an average workday was like for the gladiators of Ancient Rome.

Next in the guided tour of the Colosseum underground you will take a trip to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to experience how the patricians saw things. The Palatine Hill looked over the Roman Forum, and it was no accident that the elite ruling class of Rome resided there, eventually becoming home to the Emperors, who built such large residences that the word “palace” takes its name from the hill. Another reason for the importance of this hill was its legendary connection with the birth of Rome. A visit to the Palatine Hill is a must if you want to understand how the Romans felt about their city.

Book your Colosseum underground tour today and experience life from a gladiator’s perspective.

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Why Choose It?

• Unearth the secrets of the Colosseum by descending into its depths .
• Purchase our scheduled entrance ticket reservation  to maximize your time among the city's ancient legacy .
• Relive history's most important moments as you explore the Roman Forum .

Tour Description

Your private Colosseum Underground tour  takes you on a historical odyssey through the astonishing story of the Roman Empire. Discover the world-famous monuments which are our keys to unlocking the secret of Rome’s unparalleled success, and take your plunge into the ancient past as your guide breathes life into the ruins of the Eternal City.

After stopping to admire the imperious Arch of Constantine , step straight inside the mighty  Colosseum . Imagine yourself amongst its rowdy crowds, witnessing a brutal gladiator fight or gruesome execution. Venture down into the labyrinthine Colosseum Underground and discover the secrets beneath the atmospheric arena. Ascending back to the light of day, we’ll make our way over to the Roman Forum to uncover the center of Rome’s political and social life. Your private tours finishes with views over the Palatine and Capitoline hills .

Unlock the secrets of the Colosseum Underground

The Colosseum Underground offers the key to comprehending how the Colosseum functioned as an amphitheater. Beneath the sands of the arena ran a complex network of cells, passageways, and holding rooms housing both human and bestial participants along with all their equipment and stage props.

Few places on earth transport you so vividly and directly back to antiquity as the Colosseum Underground . Its travertine walls still retain their original white color , unlike those above and inside the monument which for centuries have been exposed to the elements.

Punctuating the winding, labyrinthine corridors of the Colosseum Underground are nooks and crannies only an expert guide can contextualize. Some of its darkened crevices were actually holding cells, cages for wild beasts before they were transported to the arena and pitted against either combatants or the condemned . Certain wooden structures at the end were hand-winched lifts, used to lift participants to the area floor above through a series of cunningly hidden trap doors.

The  Colosseum Underground  was recently opened for the first time in history and places are limited due to the fragile nature of the structure. So carpe diem – seize the day – and see for yourself what it was like to participate in the games here nearly 2,000 years ago.

Step further back in time in the Roman Forum

The Roman Forum offers the most comprehensive insight into Roman civilization. It is an unmissable place to visit when in Rome and Walks Inside Rome’s guides are specialists at bringing the site to life just for you. The guide will take you to discover the famous Curia , Rome’s ancient Senate House, where wars were declared, treaties were written, and some of the most defining decisions in western history were made.

We’ll visit the monumental  Arch of Septimius Severus . Standing strong beside the curia, and towering over the Roman Forum, the Arch of Septimius Severus tells several fascinating stories. One relates to war, to Rome’s subjugation of its historic enemy the Parthians, which is artfully represented across the arch’s friezes. The other relates to Severus’ family, and preserves a tragic tale of fratricide and an attempt to hide the deed by erasing a dead man’s name from history.

Your private Ancient Rome and Colosseum Underground tour will take you to the site where Julius Caesar was cremated. Visit the remains of the temple built on the site in his commemoration by the Romans. Your tour of the Roman Forum will take you through temples, victory monuments, basilicas, and religious sites, bringing you face to face with the daily political and social life of ancient Rome. It also offers wonderful views of the Palatine and Capitoline hills , two of the Seven Hills of Rome , which constitutes the final part of your tour.

Soak in the sights of the Palatine Hill

The Palatine Hill was the cradle of Rome, the site King Romulus chose to found his city, and the spot where, when his twin brother Remus leapt over its primitive ramparts, he committed his infamous act of fratricide.

The Palatine never lost its royal connection. First serving as the residence of Rome’s kings, when the city expelled its monarchy it became the home of Rome’s eminent citizens. During the Republic, the likes of Cicero , Clodius , and Octavian – who would become the emperor Augustus .

The emperors followed suit, building their sprawling royal palaces the length and breadth of the Palatine Hill . The most breathtaking is the Domus Augustana, built by the Flavian emperor Domitian  whose father, Vespasian, was the emperor who masterminded the Colosseum .

Your private Ancient Rome and Colosseum Underground tour finishes with a breathtaking view over the Palatine Hill. Your expert guide will bring its history to life, nourishing you with a knowledge that will make you feel fully acquainted with the ancient heart of Rome.

Your Private Colosseum Underground tour is fully customizable

Whatever else you want to see in the vast Eternal City, let us know and we can make it part of your ancient Rome itinerary. Our expert guides can take you through any other site in Rome’s historic center, like the Pantheon , Circus Maximus or  Piazza Navona , or transport you further out to explore underground Rome.

If you want to explore more of underground Rome, we can guide you through the ancient Mithraeum temple beneath the  Basilica of St Clemente  or one of the several catacombs that line the Old Appian Way . Leave us a message and we’ll tailor the perfect ancient itinerary for your time in the Eternal City.

• Itinerary: Colosseum Colosseum Underground Colosseum Arena Floor Roman Forum Palatine Hill (View) Capitoline Hill (View) Arch of Constantine
• Included: Scheduled entrance ticket reservation to the Colosseum, Underground and Roman Forum Private licensed guide
• Wheelchair accessible: Yes
• Meeting Point: In front of the metro station Colosseo (on the ground floor), by the green souvenir kiosque

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Our guides are fluent in English and have a contagious passion for the inspiring cultural heritage of our Italian cities. Experts in their fields, they will immerse you in the hidden histories and intriguing lives of history's great protagonists. So much to see, so easy to miss out: with the help of our guides, visit the most absorbing sites and uncover the stories that have changed the world. Don't miss this fascinating journey!

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