Overview
Join our Colosseum Underground Private Tour and enjoy special access in the underground space, arena floor, and the first level of the amphitheater. Discover the Colosseum's underground, where gladiators got ready for the combats and awaited their gruesome fate.
The Romans even used an old elevator to bring the animals and the gladiators on the arena floor! This elevator was reconstructed to give an idea of how it used to be and to understand the ancient Roman's engineering.
This Colosseum private tour is fundamental to understand the engineering, history and culture of the Romans. Your visit will end with the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, for a complete and comprehensive experience in Rome.
The tour will continue in the amazing Ancient Rome area of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the residential district of the Emperors.
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What's included
Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
Professional licensed guide
All fees and taxes
Pick-up / Drop-off
Personal expenses
Tips
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
From the Metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via del Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light, then turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the 2nd street, Via del Cardello. You will find the meeting point on Via del Cardello, 31.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Tickets will be redeemed at the meeting point.
Meeting time: 30 minutes before the start time.
What to expect
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Colosseum
1 hour 30 min
The first stop of the tour is the Colosseum Underground or “The Dungeons”. Used for keeping slaves and animals, the “Hypogeum” featured two levels and an entire network of tunnels. This is where gladiators and wild animals awaited their gruesome fate. You will explore this behind the scenes area together with your professional licensed guide.
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Palatine Hill
30 min
Visit the Palatine Hill, an awe-inspiring area of towering pine trees, majestic ruins and unparalleled views was where Romulus were said to have founded Rome. This is also where Rome’s Emperors lived in opulent luxury.
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Foro Romano
1 hour
Get a front row seat to Ancient Roman history as you take a guided walk through the ruins of The Temple of Julius Caesar, The Arch of Titus, The Roman Senate House and other incredible ruins. Your guide will bring it all to life for you, with the amazing tales of Marc Antony, Cleopatra and Julius Caesar.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- The exact time at which you will enter the underground varies on each tour date.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Tour Colosseum Underground
Can I cancel Private Tour Colosseum Underground for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2–3 hours.
Where does it start?
From the Metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via del Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light, then turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on…
What's included?
- Palatine Hill and Roman Forum
- Professional licensed guide
What's not included?
- Pick-up / Drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Which places does it visit?
It visits Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Foro Romano.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
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