Colosseum Underground Guided Tour

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A trap door used for the wild animals

The central corridor

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Highlights

Colosseum daytime underground tour ( The Colosseum's “ hypogeum,” or below ground newly renovated area is opened to the public for the first time ever)

Rome

Group Tour

1 Hour

EASY

English

Description

Explore the world's most famous amphitheater with an official guide and journey back to the days of the Roman Empire at the monumental Colosseum.
Get access to areas not available to regular ticket holders, including the underground level where the wild animals were kept before they released onto the arena and where gladiators waited for their turn to fight.
Learn about the innovative techniques the engineers used to build the monument and hear how it has survived for hundreds of [sensitive content]amazed as history is brought to life as you discuss the political and social reasons for the games and events.
You will also see some reconstructions of the machinery the Romans used to lift the wild animals or to create the "special effects" for the games.
The ticket includes admission to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.Please note this won't be a guided tour but simple admission.
Schedule changes are always possible so please check your email regularly for eventual timetable updates.

Itinerary

Colosseum's underground tunnels and the arena floor!

What's Included

Ticket and reservation fees with preferential access so you don't wait in line.

Special access to the Underground and Arena Floor areas of the Colosseum.

Maximum group size of 24 people or fewer.

All Fees and Taxes

Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)

Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

Please note: Colosseum fees as above.The remaining cost of this experience covers other services.

What's Excluded

Shared Group Tour of Maximum 24 people, not private or semi private tour

Know Before You Go

Public transportation nearby

What To Bring

Comfortable Footwear

Wear comfortable shoes as the Colosseum has uneven surfaces.During hot weather, we recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for protection.

Water & Snacks

Stay hydrated.Snacks are allowed, but eating inside the Colosseum is not permitted.

Camera

The Colosseum offers incredible photo opportunities, so be sure to bring a camera or smartphone.

Please Note

Infants must not sit on laps

Infant seats unavailable

Not suitable for pets

Not stroller accessible

Not wheelchair accessible

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.

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.

Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration.Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Meeting Point:
Piazza del Colosseo, 21, near the 'M' Metro sign on the upper level, close to Caffe Roma.Just look for the Discover Rome Tours staff, and you’ll easily spot us there!

ID Requirement:
Having an ID card, passport, or a copy of your ID on your phone is MANDATORY for all participants.Please ensure that you bring your photo ID with you.These tickets are nominative, meaning they are assigned to specific travelers.The ticket office staff will verify your ID at the entrance.If there is a mismatch with your identity document, access to the Colosseum will not be allowed, and no refund will be issued.

Access to Sites:
The Colosseum requires you to enter at the time shown on your ticket.With the same ticket, you will also have access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill anytime during their opening hours.

For more details on operating hours and ticketing, please visit the official website: https://colosseo.it/orari-e-biglietti.

Please note that these tickets are nominative for each traveler.Ticket office staff will verify ID/Passports in entrance.In case of mismatch with the identity document, access to the Colosseum will not be allowed, nor will any refund be guaranteed.

Please note: This experience includes the Colosseum ticket (valued at €22 per person) and reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.