
Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour
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September 2026
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4.3/5
Based on 23 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour worth booking?
Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $150 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 23 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (23)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $150 per person
This tour is highly sought after and extremely limited. The access to the Underground and Dungeons of the Colosseum means that groups are capped at 15 people, and entry is limited throughout the day. This tour sells out
What you get
About this experience
This tour is highly sought after and extremely limited. The access to the Underground and Dungeons of the Colosseum means that groups are capped at 15 people, and entry is limited throughout the day. This tour sells out daily and is a very special experience. When you book this tour, your certified guide can take you onto the Arena Floor as well as below it! You can go into the belly of the arena and see the cages where the animals were kept, the tunnels where gladiators awaited their turn in battle, and even a working replica of an elevator that would release the animals onto the arena floor. You will also get to walk around the seating level of the arena, and even explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with your guide after you finish in the Colosseum. You definitely don't want to miss out on this once in a lifetime experience!
What's included
Included
- Entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Headsets for groups when appropriate
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Access to the Arena Floor and Underground Areas
- Expert Certified Guide
Not included
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
- Transport to/from meeting point.
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
You will enter the incredible Colosseum Arena and follow your guide into the access Underground and Dungeons as well as the Arena Floor. Go below the stage level of the Colosseum where the animals and prisoners were kept. The tunnels where the gladiators would await their battles, as well as where the coordinator of the games would orchestrate the day's events. You will even see a replica of a working elevator that brought the lions to the stage floor to surprise the victims fighting above. Rise with your guide from the depths of the dungeons to the stage of the Arena Floor where you can feel like a gladiator in battle. From here you will continue to rise into the spectator area to get the best views in the arena! This exclusive access is only for those lucky enough to book this tour!
90 minutes here · Admission included
Palatine Hill
Walk in the footsteps of emperors as you climb the Palatine Hill where they lived. Gaze around at the beauty of the ruins of ancient palaces and the views only the emperors of Rome were lucky enough to have. As you walk through these palatial royal homes, you can see the marble flooring, archeological sites and even a private stadium for Emperor Domitian. Your guide will take you through the beautifully maintained Farnese gardens, where this noble family revived the Palatine Hill in the Renaissance. Walking among the plants, and nymphaeum, you will get breathtaking views of the Forum below.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
As you descend from the Palatine Hill, you will enter the Roman Forum. This ancient city center from the times of the Roman Kings in the 7th century BC comes alive again for you as your guide takes you into the heart of Ancient Rome. Walk down the Via Sacra on your way past the Basilica of Maxentius, the Temple and House of the Vestal Virgins, the Temple of Julius Caesar and even the Senate House. Ask your guide questions in order to paint the picture of the buildings as they were in Ancient Rome.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Our office will confirm the meeting point for your tour when our tickets are confirmed with the Colosseo Admin prior to the tour date. Please DO NOT go to the Colosseum - the meeting point will be at one of our OFFICE locations.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Special Access Walking Tour
Elite Underground
Extra Small Group: Maximum 7 people per group with a friendly, expert guide dedicated to your small group.
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Roman Vacations
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
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 23 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
23 verified traveler reviews for Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect private tour!
Angela of Roman Vacations Tour was amazing! She was so informative and knowledgeable. Very conscientious of everyone’s needs in our group. The tour of the coliseum was so well worth the private tour as we were able to skip lines and get the most out of the day! Can’t say enough how much our entire group enjoyed the tour and Angela!
Response from the operator: Ciao! Thank you so much for your kindness, we are glad that you had a great experience with RomanVacations! Safe travels!
via Tripadvisor
Rome with facts
Rich was great. Spent time answering questions and gave us time to explore each location after he had explained them and a bit of history.
Response from the operator: Ciao! Many thanks for your kind words. Rich is a fantastic guide and we are lucky to be working with him. his knowledge is so vast, and he really cares that people on his tour are enjoying themselves. We hope to see you again soon. Safe travels!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour provided by an EXCELLENT guide.
Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and clearly cares about his guests as well as the locations he's giving tours in. They had to refund us the "underground" part of the tour because they couldn't secure those tickets. That was disappointing, but the tour was still amazing.
Response from the operator: Ciao Tom! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your Colosseum tour with us! Enjoy Rome and safe travels
via Viator
Great experience!
Fantastic tour and guide. Rich was great and very knowledgeable! All of the places we visited were beautiful and it was great to have this service while we toured everything. Without it we would have missed so many details!
Response from the operator: Ciao! Many thanks for your kind words. Rich is a fantastic guide and loves what he does. We are so glad you enjoyed the tour with him. We hope the rest of your time in Rome was as enjoyable and we hope to see you again soon. Safe travels!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent, informative, and entertaining tour
Learned a lot. Radu was a Great guide, provided lots of interesting and entertaining historical facts about Palatine Hill, the Roman forum, and the Colosseum. Seeing the Colosseum without a tour guide would just have been a 15 minute trip looking at an impressive building, but Radu brought everything to life!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind words Mariah! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Radu, he is an amazing guide. Safe travels!
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
- $150 to $250
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $150 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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour 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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 23 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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour?
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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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour 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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour?
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Around 8 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 Colosseum Underground and Dungeons Walking Tour 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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