Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group
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Is Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group worth booking?
Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group is a 1.7-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $44 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 89 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (89)
- Duration
- 1.7 hours
- From
- $44 per person
Enjoy a walking tour of the subterranean depths of the Colosseum. With your professional guide, have access to the areas of the Colosseum--even those areas normally restricted to visitors. Explore the underground chamber
What you get
- Access to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Arena Guided Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Colosseum Undergrounds Tour
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
About this experience
Enjoy a walking tour of the subterranean depths of the Colosseum. With your professional guide, have access to the areas of the Colosseum--even those areas normally restricted to visitors. Explore the underground chambers and see where wild animals were caged. See the arena where gladiators once fought. Then have access to the Roman Forum to see some of the most important archaeological sites of Rome. Spend three hours exploring these renown locations.
What's included
Included
- Access to Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Arena Guided Tour
- Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person)
- Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
- Colosseum Undergrounds Tour
- Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
- Tickets are nominative please provide all the names of the visitors.
Not included
- Guided tour in the Forum and Palatine
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
Colosseum
Enjoy a Colosseum Underground Tour
40 minutes here · Admission included
Colosseum
Walk on the Arena where Gladiators fight
20 minutes here · Admission included
Roman Forum
Explore Roman Forum on your own pace
20 minutes here · Admission included
Palatine Hill
Discover Palatine Hill on your own
20 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 the Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo 22, Roma 00184. Please don't go to the Metro Upper Level. Our guide will be waiting for you holding a sign that says '' BUONJORNO TOURS ''
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Spanish Undergrounds Nigh tour
Descubre el Coliseo como nunca antes—con misterio, luz de luna y un toque de magia antigua. Spanish Undergrounds Nigh tour: Vive la experiencia del Coliseo con una visita guiada de una hora Explora la Arena del Coliseo y sus subterráneos Entradas: Los tickets se enviarán por correo electrónico y WhatsApp el día antes. Duration: 1 hour Punto de Encuentro: Ve directamente a la entrada del Tour Nocturno del Coliseo en la Piazza del Colosseo, al otro lado de la calle de la estación
Morning Undergrounds Tour
Enjoy a VIP Colosseum guided tour of the Undergrounds and Arena Floor with tickets to visit Forum and Palatine. Duration: 3 hours
Afternoon Undergrounds Tour
Enjoy a VIP Colosseum guided tour of the Undergrounds and Arena Floor with tickets to visit Forum and Palatine. Duration: 3 hours
English Undergrounds Nigh tour
Undergrounds Nighttime Tour: - Experience the Colosseum after dark with a 60-minute guided tour - Explore Colosseum Arena Floor and underground tunnels Entry Tickets : Tickets will be sent Via Email and WhatsApp the day before Duration: 1 hour: Meet your guide directly inside the Colosseum Meeting Point : - Go directly to the Colosseum Night Tour Entrance at Piazza del Colosseo, across the street from the Colosseo Metro Station. Undergrounds Nighttime Tour: Discover the Colosseum like never before—with mystery, moonlight, and a touch of ancient magic.
Private Colosseum Underground
Enjoy a Private Full Experience of Colosseum Undergrounds, Arena and Upper Levels. Explore Roman Forum and Palatine
Italian Undergrounds Nigh tour
Scopri il Colosseo come mai prima d’ora—con mistero, luce di luna e un tocco di magia antica. Tour notturno in Italiano: Vivi l'esperienza del Colosseo con una visita guidata di un'ora Esplora l'Arena del Colosseo e i suoi sotterranei Biglietti d'ingresso: I biglietti d'ingresso verranno inviati via e-mail e WhatsApp il giorno prima. Duration: 1 hour Punto di incontro: Vai direttamente all'ingresso dei tour notturni del Colosseo; il lato opposto della Metro Colosseo
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 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bonjorno Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passport required. Tickets are nominative please 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.
- Our guide will be waiting for you holding a black sign that says BUONJORNO TOURS
- It's recommended to have a mobile phone to contact us during the tour
- Tour start time is subject to changes depending on the availability of the Colosseum Underground Tickets, in cas of a Change of the start time; we will send you a private message with the new start time
- Meet your Guide in front of Metro Station Colosseo ground level exit
- For a quick response you can use iMessage, Whatsapp and Viber for texting us
- Luggage and big backpack are not allowed inside the Colosseum
- 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 Tours run on time, Please be sure to arrive to the Meeting point Early
- No any sharp weapons looks like knifes are allowed inside
- Pets and service dogs are not allowed
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 89 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
89 verified traveler reviews for Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Don’t book underground tour through Viator
Don’t book an underground Vatican tour through Viator. They outsource to third party tour companies, and in our case, it was Tours of Rome. I set an alarm to wake up and book this exclusive tour 30 days before our tour date, when the limited tickets are released. I was so excited when I secured them through Viator so you could imagine my disappointment when weeks after purchasing the tickets, I received an email saying they couldn't accommodate this specific tour and instead offered a basic colosseum tour. If they told me sooner, I could have tried to secure tickets elsewhere. Tours of Rome said they would give us a 35% discount for the normal tour, but it wasn’t a discount. It was simply how much the normal tour costs and they were extremely uncommunicative. Bottom line, only book the underground experience directly through the colosseum site.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment caused by the cancellation of the Underground experience, especially after you had planned ahead to secure these limited tickets. We understand your frustration and regret that the alternative offered did not meet your expectations. Your comments regarding communication and the handling of the booking will be reviewed carefully with our team. Kind regards, The Tours of Rome Team
via Viator
Buyer Beware
This was the 2nd underground tour I reserved that was canceled. I was offered a regular tour & I would be refunded the difference. I never received my refund from Buonjorno tours
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your feedback. We are sincerely sorry to hear that your Underground tour was canceled and that you have not yet received the refund you were expecting. This is certainly not the experience we aim to provide. Please contact us at info@buonjornotours.com with your booking details so we can investigate your case and ensure the matter is resolved as quickly as possible. Kind regards,
via Viator
Best ever tour
We had the most amazing tour with Sabrina!! She was very knowledgeable and made the tour so very interesting. She offered to take pictures of our family so we could all be in the photo together. It was our son's birthday and this tour made it his best ever birthday! We highly recommend this tour and Sabrina!
via Viator
Great experience...learnt a LOT
Very very informative experience. The guide was really good. The guide went through each area in detail...very interactive with the travelers and answered all questions with knowledge.
via Viator
We had an amazing day.
Christina was so knowledgeable and helpful. She knew where to go so that we could get most out of our time together. She was also very friendly and patient. It was a lovely tour.,
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $44 to $499
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group cost?
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Prices start at $44 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 Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group take?
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Plan for about 1.7 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 Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 89 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 Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group?
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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 Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group?
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Around 31 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 1.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Colosseum Underground Tour with Gladiators Arena in a Group 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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