Duration: 3.5 hours | Group Size: 25 | Price: 59€
Included:
- Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum Admission Ticket
- Guide in English
- Access to the Arena Floor
Description:
Walk in the Footsteps of Gladiators
Step through the Gladiator’s Gate and onto the reconstructed Arena Floor, an exclusive area where few have the chance to stand. Feel the history beneath your feet as you gaze up at the colossal amphitheater from the perspective of the warriors who once fought here. This is your chance to experience the Colosseum away from the crowds, capturing incredible photos and creating unforgettable memories.
After exploring the Arena Floor, your expert guide will lead you through the first and second tiers of the Colosseum, sharing stories of the emperors, senators, and citizens who filled these stands. The journey continues to the political and social heart of the ancient world—the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill—where you will uncover the ruins of temples, basilicas, and the former palaces of emperors.
Itinerary:
- Meet your guide outside the Colosseum: Get acquainted and receive a brief introduction to ancient Rome and today’s tour.
- Enter through the Gladiator’s Gate: Enjoy exclusive access as you walk directly onto the Arena Floor.
- Arena Floor Experience: Stand where gladiators once battled and soak in the views of the Colosseum from this unique perspective.
- Explore the Colosseum’s Main Levels: Visit the first and second tiers as your guide uncovers stories of emperors, spectacles, and Roman citizens.
- Roman Forum Walk: Discover the ruins of ancient temples, law courts, and the core of public life in Rome.
- Palatine Hill Climb: Ascend the legendary hill where Rome was founded, explore imperial palaces, and take in panoramic views.
- Tour Wrap-Up: The tour concludes on Palatine Hill, where you can linger and enjoy the scenery at your own pace.
Tour Highlights:
- Exclusive access to the Colosseum Arena Floor through the Gladiator’s Gate.
- Avoid the largest crowds with a special, restricted-access experience.
- Comprehensive guided tour of the Colosseum’s main levels.
- Explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Learn the captivating stories behind the world’s most famous amphitheater from an expert guide