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Colosseum restricted areas and Undergrounds Group Tour

4.7 Great 65 reviews
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3h
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English, Spanish
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Guidekin's take

Underground, all three guided in our Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours comparison.

Trade-off: Full refund requires three days' notice.

Last checked: September 13, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A small group into the parts most tickets never reach: the underground where gladiators and beasts waited, then the arena floor, then the Forum and the Palatine, in English or Spanish. Underground and arena entry, reservation fee and headsets are included at €230 per person. Tickets are non refundable and names must match passports exactly.

From the guide

Our Colosseum Tour of the restricted areas will make you feel like a real Gladiator!

Step back in time joined by a small group of people and an entertaining expert guide as you access the restricted areas of the Colosseum.

See the amazing Dungeons, the restricted area, where gladiators along with kept beasts used to wait for their fights!

After it, step onto the Arena where the celebrities of Ancient Roman times, the Gladiators, used to fight to entertain emperors and cheering crows.

Take the opportunity to learn the secrets of the Colosseum with this unique guided experience!

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

English Guided Tour

from €230 / person
Guide: English

English Guided Tour: Undergrounds with Arena floor Colosseum tour, with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in English

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Included attractions: Undergrounds, Arena floor, 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum as well as the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Spanish Guided Tour

from €230 / person
Guide: Spanish

Spanish Guided Tour: Undergrounds with Arena floor Colosseum tour, with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Spanish

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Included attractions: Undergrounds, Arena floor, 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum as well as the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 11:00, 12:00, 12:15, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 11:00, 12:00, 12:15, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €24 per person
Entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2.88 per person)
Headsets
Professional tour guide
Entrance to the Colosseum with Arena and Dungeons

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Itinerary

Colosseum Stop 1
The first stop of your tour will the Colosseum. Here you will visit the Arena stage, the Dungeons, first and second level of the monument! You will have the chance to visit some part of Colosseum not usually open to public
1h 30m
Admission included
Roman Forum Stop 2
: the ancient down town where the public, commercial and political life were located. Tomb of Julio Cesar
45 min
Admission included
Palatine Hill Stop 3
: here you can find emperor’s houses and a beautiful view on the city.
45 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

The meeting point is in the square in front of the Santi Cosma and Damiano Basilica in Via dei Fori Imperiali 1. You will find our staff wearing a light blue vest with our logos. You will see our staff in Italy Wonders uniforms. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please make sure that the names provided EXACTLY MATCH THE NAMES on the passports or ID cards of all participants (children included), otherwise entry to the Colosseum will be denied. A valid ID is required for everyone to enter. Nicknames, missing names, or incorrect first or last names are not accepted by Colosseum guards. Feel free to contact us if you need any assistance with this.
  • For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
  • The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
  • Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
  • Please show up at least 15 minutes before the tour to do the check in
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
  • Late arrivals will not be refunded
  • In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
  • All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
  • Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
  • By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
  • The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

3+ daysFull refund
0-3 daysNo refund
From € 230 / person