Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena
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Is Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena worth booking?
Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena is a 3-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $450 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 187 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (187)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $450 per person
Tour the Colosseum in Rome with this private 3-hour tour. Enjoy access to the areas of the Colosseum, including places normally off-limits to visitors. Explore the Colosseum's underground chambers and see where wild anim
What you get
About this experience
Tour the Colosseum in Rome with this private 3-hour tour. Enjoy access to the areas of the Colosseum, including places normally off-limits to visitors. Explore the Colosseum's underground chambers and see where wild animals were caged. See the arena where gladiators once fought. Next, visit the Roman Forum to see the most important archaeological sites of Rome.
What's included
Included
- Colosseum Arena, First and Second Floors Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Tickets are nominative please provide the Full name every visitor
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Roman Forum and Palatine Guided Tour
- Colosseum Undergrounds Tour
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
Not included
- It's Mandatory to have a valid ID with you (Passport or driving license)
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Enjoy a Private Colosseum Underground Tour Walk on the Arena Floor Explore Colosseum Upper Level
120 minutes here · Admission included
Palatine Hill
Walk on Palatine Hill where the Roman Cesar lived
30 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
Discover the Roman Forum; the center of Political, Religious and Financial Ancient Roman Live
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
In front of COLOSSEO METRO Station, LOWER Level Exit, nearby the Newsstand and across the road from COLOSSEUM, Piazza del Colosseo 22, Roma 00184. PLEASE DON'T GO TO THE UPPER LEVEL
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours of Rome
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tickets are nominative and you are kindly invited to provide all the names of the visitors attending the tour
- 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.
- Tour start time can be subject to changes depending on the availability of the Colosseum Underground Tickets, in case of a Change of the start time; we will send you a private message with the new start time
- Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
- Flammable Sprays, Selfie sticks, knifes or any kind of guns or cutters even with license can not enter the Colosseum
- Because of some restrictions by the Colosseum Authorities the part of Underground Chambers visit will be conducted by a local expert archaeologist of the Colosseum and will be in a group
- Confirmation with all the details of the tour will be received after Booking the Colosseum underground chambers tickets
- Tour may start with ancient Rome and then move to Colosseum and will finish with the local archaeologist of the Colosseum in the third tier
- Tour may start with Colosseum and will finish in the Roman Forum with your private guide
- In case of not succeeding to book Colosseum underground Tickets, You will be offered the normal Colosseum tour without underground chambers visit with a partial refund or tour will be cancelled and you will have a full refund
- As per Colosseum scheduled tours of the underground chambers you will receive an email with specific start times
- Colosseum Third Level and Terrace are not Accessible for the Public
- We highly recommend to have an on the road cell phone to be easy to contact us and to contact you if necessary
- For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
- Mobile phone to contact for any emergency or any problem is : +393246968498
- In case of dangerous rain it can be impossible to walk inside Colosseum Undergrounds and you will be given 45 minutes on the ARENA FLOOR where you can see all the underground sections without walking inside it
- All participants must bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
- Pets and service dogs are not allowed
- Entry Tickets will be provided by our guide the day of the Tour at the meeting point
- Your Guide will be waiting for you holding a Sign saying TOURS OF ROME in the Meeting point.
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 187 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
187 verified traveler reviews for Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The location to meet...
The location to meet driver was very convenient. The driver was about 15 late but he showed up. Maybe we got through customs faster than he thought we would.
via Viator
My husband and I had the...
My husband and I had the BEST experience with Manuel. He was so know knowledgeable and spent so much time with us answering all of our questions. Highly recommend a private tour with him!
via Viator
A tour not to be missed
A very informative and interesting guide was the star. The 3 hours were quite exhausting for an 84 year old but I loved everything about the tour.
via Tripadvisor
Worth the money for underground tour
The underground portion was amazing and the guide was full of great facts. The visit to the palentine hill was way neater than I expected. Everything was great!
via Viator
Highly recommend! Best experience!
A great true with a wonderful guide. She was experienced in archeology and was had great insights about the Colesseum and the Forum that were very informative. The immediate access to the venues including the underground experience was wonderful. Our guide really brought a good personal touch to the tour. Highly recommend!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $450 to $690
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 65
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena cost?
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Prices start at $450 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 187 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena?
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Around 65 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ancient Rome and Colosseum Private Tour with Underground Chambers and Arena start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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