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Colosseum Guided Tour : Underground or Arena – Small Group

5.0 · 38 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Prime Tours Roma
Duration
2h
Group
Group size varies by option: max 12 from €99 · max 7 from €149
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
11 start times between 09:30 and 19:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A small group Colosseum tour with a choice of underground, arena floor or the underground at night when the monument is lit, with a 4.97 rating across 38 reviews.

Guide and headsets are included at €99 per person, with Forum and Palatine access on the daytime tiers only. Pickup, food and tips are not included.

In our comparison: #51 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Colosseum Arena Floor TourThe page priceColosseum Arena Tour: Guided tour of the Colosseum with access to the arena, where gladiators fought, and learn about the history of Roman shows Small Group – Max 12: Small group tour for up to 12 participants for a more immersive visit of the Colosseum. Duration: 2 hours Itinerary: • Introduction near the Colosseum • Access to the Colosseum and guided tour • Exploration of the internal areas of the Colosseum Important Information: • Please arrive 15 minutes early. • Valid ID required for entry. • Security checks mandatory. • Underground not included.€99
Colosseum Underground GuidedUnderground Tour: Guided tour of the Colosseum basement and access to the arena where gladiators and animals waited before the games. Small Group – Max 7 Guests: Small group of up to 7 participants for a more immersive Guide experience. Duration: 2 hours Itinerary: • Introduction to the Colosseum • Access to the basement • Arena Floor • Exploration of interior areas Important Information: • Please arrive 15 minutes early. • Valid ID required for entry. • Security checks mandatory.€149
Colosseum Underground By NightUnderground Night Tour: Discover the Colosseum in the evening on a guided tour of the amphitheatre’s basement and explore hidden corridors beneath the arena. Small Group (Max 7 Guests): Small group of up to 7 participants for a more immersive experience and better interaction with the Guide. Duration: 2 hours Itinerary: • Introduction near the Colosseum • Access to the Colosseum basement • Exploration of underground corridors Important Information: Please arrive 15 minutes early. Valid ID required for entry. Security checks mandatory. Forum and Palatine not included.€169

Children from €59 (ages 1 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Headsets to clearly hear the guide
  • Access to the Colosseum Underground and Arena floor (depending on the option selected)
  • Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (for daytime options only)
  • Guided visit of the Colosseum with a licensed professional guide
  • Access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (not included in the Underground by Night option)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

Reviews

5.0
38 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 38 of 38

Star breakdown of all 38 ratings

5 stars
37 · 97%
4 stars
1 · 3%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and underground access; some bought duplicate Forum tickets because the included entry was unclear

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, engaging guides explain the history with humour and answer questions
  • Underground visits add historical context even for travellers who have visited before
  • Small groups allow questions and more personal attention
  • Clear booking communication reassures travellers before the tour
  • Images help visitors picture how the Colosseum looked and worked

Complaints

  • Unclear information about included Roman Forum entry leads some to buy unnecessary extra tickets

Written by Guidekin from the 36 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (11 August 2025 to 24 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet our staff in front of Caffè Roma, located on Via del Colosseo 31. Our team will be waiting at the meeting point holding a Roman Guides sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11 start times between 09:30 and 19:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
The tour ends inside the Colosseum, after the guided visit.
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Prime Tours Roma; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €59 ages 1 to 17
  • Non-refundable no free cancellation

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0+ days: No refund

Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #51 of 132€992h4.97 (38)varies by option
Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour€1293h4.99 (1367)shared
German Colosseum and Roman Forum€993h4.98 (686)shared
Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People€1493h4.94 (3890)shared

Ranked #51 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €1500, median €115; typical length 2h 30m. 41 of 132 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 132 Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

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