Only Arena Floor Guided Tour

Arena Access – Enter through the Gladiators’ Gate and step onto the Arena floor, an experience not included in standard entry tickets. Immersive Central Viewpoint – Enjoy a 360° perspective of the Colosseum from the same spot where gladiators once fought. See the Underground Chambers – From the Arena, get a clear view of the hypogeum, where fighters and animals were kept before battles. Less Crowded Experience – Explore a restricted-access area with fewer people, giving you more space to enjoy and take photos. Expert Storytelling Guides – Our licensed guides are history specialists and passionate storytellers, bringing the Colosseum’s past to life with vivid tales, hidden details, and legends. Engaging & Easy to Understand – Guides explain complex history in a fun, clear, and interactive way, making the experience enjoyable for all ages. Great for Photos – Capture unique shots from a perspective most visitors never get to see.

1. 1

   Colosseum

   30 min

   1)Arena Floor Access – Walk through the Gladiators’ Gate and step directly onto the Arena floor, where gladiators once entered to fight. 2)Underground Visibility – From the Arena floor, see into the hypogeum (underground chambers) where animals, gladiators, and stage sets were prepared. 3)Historical Insights – Discover fascinating stories about gladiator battles, wild animal hunts, and public spectacles held here. 4)Guided Experience – Your guide will bring the Arena’s history to life with legends, facts, and anecdotes that make the site more vivid. 5)Seating Tiers & Architecture – Learn how the massive seating system was divided for emperors, senators, nobles, and ordinary citizens.

2. 2

   Roman Forum

   40 min

   1) Sacred Heart of Ancient Rome – Walk through the political, religious, and social center of the Roman Empire. 2)Temple of Saturn – See the remains of one of the oldest temples in Rome, dedicated to the god of wealth and abundance. 3) Arch of Septimius Severus – Admire this impressive triumphal arch, built to celebrate Roman military victories. 4) Basilica Julia & Basilica Aemilia – Discover the ruins of ancient law courts and meeting halls, once buzzing with Roman citizens. Temple of Castor and Pollux – Marvel at the three iconic standing columns that symbolize Rome’s grandeur. House of the Vestal Virgins – Explore the residence of the priestesses who maintained the sacred flame of Vesta. Rostra (Speakers’ Platform) – Stand where great leaders like Julius Caesar and Cicero once addressed the people. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina – View a temple later converted into a church, showing the blend of Roman and Christian history.

3. 3

   Palatine Hill

   40 min

   Birthplace of Rome – Explore the legendary hill where Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC, making it the cradle of Roman civilization. Imperial Palaces – Walk through the ruins of the Domus Augustana and Domus Flavia, lavish palaces where emperors lived and ruled. Hippodrome of Domitian – See the remains of the private stadium and garden built for imperial entertainment and ceremonies. Stunning Panoramic Views – Enjoy breathtaking views over the Roman Forum on one side and the Circus Maximus on the other. Farnese Gardens – Stroll through one of Europe’s first Renaissance gardens, laid out on ancient palace ruins. Myth & Legend – Learn about the cave of the Lupercal, where the she-wolf is said to have nursed Romulus and Remus. Archaeological Wonders – Discover ancient temples, houses, and mosaics that reveal how the Roman elite once lived. Peaceful Escape – Experience a quieter, greener side of Rome away from the crowds, surrounded by history and nature.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You must bring a photo ID (copies or photos on your phone are fine). Your ID and ticket will be scanned at the entrance.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.