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Colosseum Underground Private Tour with Palatine Hill & Forum

5.0 Excellent 50 reviews
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3h 10m
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English, Italian
Private tour Skip the line Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

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A private guide into the underground and onto the arena floor, then the Forum where Caesar was killed and the Palatine for the view, with a 5 rating across 50 reviews. Entry and reservation fee are included at €480 per person, transfers and food are not. Heavy rain can close the underground without notice.

From the guide

Relax as you experience the world's most iconic amphitheater on this Colosseum Underground private tour. You'll enjoy the undivided attention of your expert guide as you hear the secrets of Ancient Rome. Enjoy touring to the Roman Forum and the restricted-access Colosseum Underground and Arena.

Join your private guide for a tour of the Roman Forum's evocative ruins, and hear the tales of power and betrayal; here, Julius Caesar was assassinated. From the Palatine Hill, enjoy a spectacular view of Rome, as you tour the former palaces of Ancient Rome's Emperors.

Continue to the Colosseum. Step out onto the Arena Floor like you are a gladiator, before descending to Rome's underworld. In the Colosseum Underground, discover how the men and wild animals prepared for the brutal gladiatorial games. Your expert guide knows everything there is to know about the brutal blood sports the Ancient Romans loved. Get close to Ancient history on this Colosseum Underground private tour.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:45, 13:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:45, 13:30. It runs year-round. 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 €18 per person
Headsets for groups of 6 or more
Full tour from an expert guide
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Language: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese.
Entrance Fee

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and return
Food and drink

Itinerary

Roman Forum Stop 1
Discover the fascinating history of Ancient Rome in the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum. See where Julius Caesar was assassinated and all the amazing architecture — including Temples and Victory Arches — of the Roman Forum.
1h 5m
Palatine Hill Stop 2
Enjoy an amazing view of Ancient and modern Rome from the top of the Palatine Hill; once the home of Rome's Emperors. See where the Emperors lived and discover the true stories of their luxurious lifestyles.
1h 5m
Colosseum Stop 3
Experience all the drama of the Colosseum, the world's most iconic amphitheater. Head underground to discover how men and beasts prepared for the fierce gladiatorial battles. Enjoy a walking tour of the amphitheater to see how mighty it is for yourself.
50 min
Arch of Constantine Stop 4
As you walk around the exterior of the Colosseum, you'll pause for a moment at the Arch of Constantine; the Triumphal Arch of Rome's first Christian Emperor. Discover the fascinating history of the Arch and how its iconic style spawned many copy-cats.
Pass by
Arco di Settimio Severo Stop 5
See one of the best-preserved Roman Victory Arches in the world.
Pass by
Arco di Tito Stop 6
See the victory arch which inspired the design of the Arc de Triomphe.
Pass by
Via Sacra Stop 7
Once Ancient Rome's main street, the Via Sacra runs from the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.
Pass by
Basilica Aemilia Stop 8
One of the greatest Basilicas of secular Ancient Rome.
Pass by
Tempio di Antonino e Faustina Stop 9
See the beautiful Ancient Roman Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, which was converted into a church in the 7th century.
Pass by

Departure & Return

Start point

In front of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
  • If it rains heavily the Colosseum may close the Underground Section without notice. in this case your guide will further explore other sections of the Colosseum and archaeological site.
  • Please note that sprays are not allowed inside the Colosseum.
  • NB: We will be able to confirm the underground section one month prior to the tour. In the event we are unable to secure tickets to the underground section we will offer a special entrance to the Tiberian House in the Forum.

Cancellation Policy

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

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From € 480 / person