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Gladiator's Gate Colosseum Arena Floor Tour

with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Gladiator's Gate Colosseum Tour ★★★★★ 5 based on 19 reviews.
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Group size: Max 10 Language: English Duration: 3 hrs Start Time: 2:00 pm

2020 travellers' choiceRevel in an experience once reserved for gladiators alone as you skip lines and walk straight through the ancient gates that lead to the Colosseum Arena Floor. This carefully crafted itinerary includes the 1st & 2nd floors of the Colosseum, plus the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to give you a complete perspective on one of history’s most epic civilizations.

At a Glance Why You’ll Love It

Gladiator's Gate Colosseum Arena Floor Tour
Enter the Colosseum through the gladiator’s gate directly onto the Arena Floor then the 1st and 2nd floor with an in-depth tour including the Arch of Constantine, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.
Gain amazing insight into Ancient Rome’s most important monuments and historic moments with an expert storyteller by your side to unveil Rome’s prized archaeological treasures.
You won’t be a number in our small groups of only 10 guests or fewer, and your guide will be able to provide you with all the personal attention you expect to get the most from your experience.

Tour Summary Get in the Know

See the Colosseum from the Arena Floor Up

If you truly want to immerse yourself in the Eternal City’s millennia of history, there is no better place to start than the Colosseum Arena Floor. Not only will you be following in the footsteps of gladiators, you’ll also get a 360° panorama from where it was possible to see all 50,000 blood-thirsty spectators with a brilliantly executed narrative from a passionate guide.

Ancient Rome’s most spectacular edifice is still in existence, and this immortal amphitheater has a past filled with both gore and glory just like the Roman Empire itself. Over time, the lines between history and legend may have blurred out, but your guide will help you debunk myths and surprise you with stories even more jaw-dropping than the ones you’ve seen played out in the film. From imperious emperors to gruesome gladiator fights, we’ll delve into the fray from the beginning.

Across the Millennia & into Ancient Roman Life

After your guided Colosseum tour, you’ll head past the Arch of Constantine and into the Roman Forum. This was once the central hub of the sprawling empire, where ancient Romans would mix and mingle throughout its glory days. As you gaze upon its towering triumphal arches, columns, and temples, you’ll be mesmerized by the stories that transpired right under your feet. Get the inside scoop on Mark Antony and Cleopatra’s epic love story and hear the thrilling tale of the conspiracy that led to the assassination of Julius Caesar, but also learn how the great Roman Empire slowly began to crumble toward its dramatic demise in 476 AD.

Then it’s a short hike up the adjacent Palatine Hill – the very birthplace of Rome. It was upon this summit that a small hillside village took its first steps toward becoming one of the largest empires ever known. But what drove the first settlers to make their home here of all places, and how did the twins Romulus and Remus and the she-wolf who raised them fit into the equation? Your tour guide will straighten out those question marks and more as you uncover secrets among scattered ruins on the most notable of Rome’s seven hills.

Contagious Passion for Illuminating History

In a city with millennia of enthralling history, story-telling is the core of everything we do and we’re proud to say that we have some of the most animated guides in the business. Every single one of our Colosseum guides has been chosen based on their stellar ability to engage, entertain and educate – and their qualities shine in the thousands of 5-star TripAdvisor reviews they receive.

We ensure that you always have personalized attention and time to ask any questions that pop up along the way. Don’t hold back your curiosity because our goal is to enlighten you with a deeper understanding of the Roman Empire and a wider perspective on how today’s society has been shaped by this uniquely influential place and period in time.

What you’ll See Along the Way

Colosseum
Gladiator's Gate
Arena Floor
Ancient Elevator Reconstruction
2nd Tier
Arch of Constantine
Roman Forum
Temple of Antoninus & Faustina
Arch of Titus
Temple of Vesta
Temple of Castor & Pollux
Basilica of Maxentius
Temple of Caesar
Arch of Septimius Severus
Palatine Hill
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Tour Highlights

  • Colosseum
  • Gladiator’s Gate
  • Arena Floor
  • Ancient Elevator Reconstruction
  • 2nd Tier
  • Arch of Constantine
  • Roman Forum
  • Temple of Antoninus & Faustina
  • Arch of Titus
  • Tempe of Vesta
  • Temple of Castor & Pollux
  • Basilica of Maxentius
  • Temple of Caesar
  • Arch of Septimius Severus
  • Palatine Hill

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line access to all sites
  • Expert English-speaking tour guide
  • A small group of 10 or fewer
  • All tickets and reservations
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Gladiator’s Gate Colosseum Arena Floor Tour Reviews

What Our Customers Say…

Gladiator's Gate Colosseum Tour ★★★★★ 5 based on 19 reviews.
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Skip the Line: Colosseum Arena Floor Tour with Roman Forum

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Great tour. We had a small group, Manuela is very knowledgeable (archeologist by training!) and a great tour guide. We highly recommend this tour as a great way to learn a lot about Rome in a few hours.
- Joseph P

The Colosseum brought to life

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When it came to touring the Colosseum, I would've had it no other way. Mario was spot on, his rendition was incredible, and he took time and care to interact personally with us. He is a master craftsman carving you back through the layers of history with humor and wit, never letting the excitement drop. Thank you for bringing my favorite place to life so uniquely.
- Joel K

Amazing!!!

★★★★★
We had the best time, you will not regret taking this tour. But the highlight of our tour was by far our guide Vincenzo. He made ancient Rome truly come alive. Thank you!!!
- Jos G

Fantastic Tour!

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Our family of 4 took the tour with Marcello and it was absolutely one of the highlights of our trip. He was very informative, educational and an overall delightful guy. Don't hesitate to book this tour!
- Chrysa G

Loved it!

★★★★★
Our guide walked us past the long lines waiting to get into the Colosseum and gave a very colorful tour, full of interesting facts and some pretty hilarious opinions. We so enjoyed the tour and it was definitely worth every penny spent!
- Mary J

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