1 300+ reviews
Embark on a 3-hour guided walking tour through the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, where you'll delve into the lives of gladiators and the gruesome events they endured. Visit the triumphal arches of Emperors Titus and Constantine, and choose between a private or group tour to tailor your exploration of these iconic historical landmarks to your preference.
Best price:
€70
120+ reviews
Experience the Eternal City like never before with an evening guided tour of the Colosseum. Under the atmospheric moonlight, you can take in a breathtaking view of Rome from the ancient amphitheater’s stands and explore its legendary arena. Your guided visit also includes a stroll through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Best price:
€79
410+ reviews
With fast track entry and a small group, explore Rome's Colosseum through a gladiator's perspective, marvel at ancient engineering, and enjoy a guided tour by a professional archaeologist. Your ticket also grants access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, allowing you to explore these historic sites at your leisure.
Best price:
€79
870+ reviews
Dive deep into the Colosseum’s dungeons and the wild animals' holding areas, complete with remains of ancient elevators and trapdoors. Enjoy breathtaking 360º views from the arena, exclusive access to the Colosseum's underground, and single entrance tickets to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, all while benefiting from headsets for clear guidance.
Best price:
€119
2 900+ reviews
Delve deep in the history of ancient Rome with a guided visit to the Colosseum, its world-famous arena where gladiators fought to the death and the hypogeum, the underground ‘backstage’ network of tunnels and chambers. Continue your journey through time with a tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
Best price:
€140
120+ reviews
Enjoy a private tour of Rome's historic center with hotel pickup, skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Marvel at ancient ruins and learn about Rome's history with personalized attention from your tour guide, ensuring a deep dive into mythology, emperors, and architectural marvels.
Best price:
€250
The Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater, is a testament to Ancient Rome's architectural ingenuity. Constructed under the direction of Emperor Vespasian and completed by his son Titus in 80 A.D., this amphitheater could hold upwards of 50,000 spectators.
The Arena itself, Latin for "sand", got its name from the sand that covered the floor to absorb blood during the brutal events.
Primarily, the Colosseum's arena was the centerpiece for gladiatorial contests where gladiators fought against each other or wild animals for the entertainment of Roman crowds. State-sponsored games were used to gain political favor and to display the power and generosity of the ruling class.
Over time, the arena floor has been the focal point of innumerable tales of valor, victory, and violence.