Colosseum Tour: Gladiator's Gate Experience

Uncover the captivating history and myths of the Roman Empire on a Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour. Explore the iconic Colosseum, learn about gladiator games, and delve into the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum. Discover the legends of Romulus and Remus and the rise and fall of the Roman empire.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 7 days
Highlights
  • Largo Gaetana Agnesi - We meet above Colosseo metro station on the edge of ancient Rome to prepare for a fascinating trip back in the time to the realm of Emperors, Gladiators and beasts!
  • Colosseum - Enter the Icon of Rome and understand what it really meant to kill or be killed as a gladiator in ancient Rome.
  • Roman Forum - The heart and soul of ancient Rome.
What's Included
  • Licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Priority access to the Roman Forum
  • Priority access to the Colosseum including ticket value (
    18)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join an expert guide and step into the Colosseum, an architectural wonder that has stood since 72 AD, once hosting over 50,000 enthusiastic spectators. Experience the excitement as you pass through the famous Gladiator’s Gate, also known as the “Gate of Death,” and walk onto the Arena floor, the core of ancient Rome’s gladiatorial contests. Standing…

Location
Arch of Constantine
Via di San Gregorio
Meet 15 minutes before, at the Arch of Constantine. There will be a representative holding an ItaliaTours sign. No refunds will be given for late arrivals or failure to show. An official form of ID will be required to enter the Colosseum.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 7 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Debramavism
May 17, 2025
Great Tours - Before we went to Italy we purchased a Italia pass. Yesterday we had a private guided tour with Fabio skipping all the lines at the Colosseum we also did Palatine hills and the Roman Forum it was a 2 and a half hour tour. Fabio was amazing explaining all the history.We absolutely enjoyed the whole tour.He made the tour more fun.I recommend purchasing a pass as the tour was free and there are a lot more tours they offer with the pass in different parts of the country.Also some discounts on rail it has been well worth it.This tour was with Italy tours.We joined the italy magazine and the pass came with it
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Jeffmk2865at
May 9, 2025
Fantasic tour - Nydia was a fantastic tour guide for the Gladiator's gate and arena floor experience and the Roman Forum. She gave us the history with much enthusiasm and knowledge. She really enjoys her job and we really enjoyed our time with her. Brilliant!
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Vidiki
May 1, 2025
Amazing historical place. - It was a very informative tour with amazing history! Guide was very knowledgeable , answered all the questions and beyond. This tour involves a lot of walking. Amazing views of the city and ruins.
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566chrisp566
Apr 23, 2025
Outstanding Tour - This was an outstanding tour! Nadia was a fantastic guide. She was very friendly and enthusiastic about providing us with a complete tour of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and the Colosseum. She is very knowledgeable and gave us a great deal of information about the life of the people and the vast history of the buildings and other ruins in the area. We truly enjoyed the experience!
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380valariel
Apr 22, 2025
Amazing - The tour was amazing. Nadia was not only informative but super fun. She brought the whole experience to life. I recommend this tour to anyone.
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Kristin_v
Apr 19, 2025
Wonderful first day in Rome - Wonderful experience, after just arriving in Rome to be swept into the care of Maria our fabulous tour guide, who gave us an engaging and personalized tour of the Coliseum and Forum area. Perfect way to kick off our sightseeing.
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Stephanie
Apr 12, 2025
We walked through the loser's tunnel for the gladiators, but this was a winner's excursion! - We loved this tour! Being on the Gladiator floor was the best viewpoint. Skipping the lines also made it so much more enjoyable. Our guide was so smart and fun. Also learning so much about the Forum made incredible. The walkways are old (obviously), so watch your step while on this tour. But our 72 year old grandma did an awesome job!
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Leonorah144
May 13, 2025
Would have been 5 stars on a sunny day! - Unfortunately we had pouring rain for about 2/3 of the tour, but our guide, Vincenzo, was a vast store of fascinating historical knowledge and gave us an excellent tour in any event! 👍👍👍
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Stephenrt6046hw
Apr 8, 2025
Nice Overview Tour - We selected this tour because it was part of the Rome Pass package. I didn’t realize at the time that it only included the floor of the Colosseum, not the upper areas. That was disappointing, but it was still a wonderful tour. We enjoyed the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill also. Arianna was very knowledgeable and a great guide.
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Marymnyc
Apr 6, 2025
Interesting tour of the Colosseum floor and the Roman Forum - A tour is necessary to access the arena floor, so we booked this tour. Our guide, Adrianna, was very knowledgeable about the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The pace moved along, but not frenetically. There were opportunities to sit down. What we didn't realize was that this tour does not go up or down inside the Colosseum, so we missed that part of the experience. Next time!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your experience (local time).