Colosseum Underground Private Tour with Forum Experience

Recommended by 94% of travelers

Rome, Italy

1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the Colosseum’s most fascinating areas on this private tour with access to the Roman Forum. Follow your guide to the arena floor and underground chambers and learn the political and social history behind the spectacle that once captivated Rome. After the tour, use your ticket to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace.

Access areas of the Colosseum out of reach to standard ticket holders
Learn how ancient engineering kept the Colosseum standing
Enjoy a private tour with free time to explore at your leisure
Ask your guide as many questions as you like ;

What's Included

Underground and Arena access of the Colosseum
1st and 2nd Level of Colosseum
Tour Guide
Colosseum entrance with arena valued at €24
Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

P.za del Colosseo, 21, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Our meeting point will be on the upper level of the Colosseo metro station, right near the 'M' metro symbol and the 'SOS' sign, close to Caffe Roma. Just look for the 'Discover Rome Tours' staff, and you’ll easily spot us there!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:45 am

Itinerary

Colosseum

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Roman Forum

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
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.
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.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 17 reviews

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Sensational

Todd_Y, Jul 2025

The experience was unbelievable highly recommended most of all our tour guide went above and beyond .

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Dear Todd, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and that your tour guide went above and beyond — we’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to them. It was a pleasure having you on the tour, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Rome again in the future! Warm regards, Discover Rome tours Team

Incredible experience but rather rushed

Dave_J, Jan 2025

The private tour of the colosseum was extremely enjoyable. The guide Paulo was knowledgeable and friendly. Unfortunately we felt rather rushed throughout the experience and would have preferred to take longer and be more relaxed.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Paulo, and we truly appreciate your comments. We understand that you felt a bit rushed, and we want to clarify that, as per the Colosseum's current regulations, all guides are required to conclude their tours within 90 minutes of entering the Colosseum. This rule, set by the Colosseum authorities, is in place to help manage visitor flow and ensure a smooth experience for all tourists. While we strive to offer a relaxed and informative experience, we understand that this time constraint can sometimes feel limiting. We hope this information helps explain the pacing of the tour, and we thank you for your understanding.

Excellent

Juliana_S, Oct 2023

Excellent tour and our guide Giovanna was amazing! Would have liked a heads up that the beginning “underground” portion is very time restricted just to be prepared for that but would recommend highly nonetheless.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Dear Juliana, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience and that Giovanna made your tour memorable. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the time restrictions during the underground portion. We’ll definitely consider providing a heads-up about this in the future to help our guests better prepare for that part of the tour. Thank you again for your recommendation! We hope to welcome you back for another tour soon. Best regards, The Discover Rome Tours Team

Fantastic experience!

Melony_C, Oct 2023

Excellent guide with great insight. Underground can’t be missed! Seeing where gladiators and the animals waited gave amazing insight to the actual workings of the arena.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Dear Melony, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re absolutely thrilled you loved your Colosseum Underground Private Tour—especially the chance to walk through the gladiators’ passageways and see the hidden workings of the arena up close. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind experience, and your guide will be delighted to hear their insights made such an impact! You’re so right—the underground area is a must-see for anyone wanting to fully grasp the Colosseum’s dramatic history. If you’re ever back in Rome, we’d love to show you even more hidden gems—perhaps the Roman Forum’s exclusive excavation sites or a night tour for a completely different atmosphere? Grazie mille, The Discover Rome Tours Team

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