Rome: Colosseum Tour with Access to the Gladiator Arena

About this tour

Join us for an immersive guided tour of the Colosseum, one of Rome’s most iconic and historically significant attractions. Allow us to lead you through the annals of history as you delve into the rich heritage of this remarkable site. Listen to captivating tales of the awe-inspiring games that once graced these hallowed grounds, and experience an exclusive entry via the very gate used by gladiators.

Picture yourself strolling through the clandestine back door of the Colosseum, emerging directly onto the legendary arena floor. This entrance, named after Libitina, the goddess of funerals, provides you with a unique opportunity to follow in the footsteps of gladiators and the creatures they faced.

As you tread upon the same hallowed ground where countless battles once raged, absorb the grandeur of ancient Rome. The very steps you traverse are a testament to those who engaged in gladiatorial combat. Marvel at the Colosseum’s magnificent architecture and its towering ruins that once hosted thousands of spectators.

Capture breathtaking photos, for the number of visitors allowed on the arena floor is limited, ensuring an intimate experience. Explore the general access area encompassing the ground floor, the second tier, and a balcony offering stunning vistas of the Roman Forum and the Arch of Constantine.

Ascend to the podium reserved for Rome’s most esteemed figures above the main entrance to the Arena, and let the amphitheater’s history come alive. Our knowledgeable guide will transport you back in time with enthralling stories and legends that paint a vivid picture of the past.

Don’t miss this extraordinary journey through the Colosseum. Book your guided tour today, and let history unfold before your eyes in one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks!

Highlights 

• Experience the Colosseum like never before as you bypass the throngs of visitors and enter through the discreet back door, granting you direct access to the awe-inspiring arena floor. Here, you’ll walk in the hallowed footsteps of gladiators and sense the grandeur of ancient Rome beneath your feet.

• Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history as our expert guide regales you with captivating stories and legends about this iconic site, bringing its storied past to life in a way that is both entertaining and engaging.