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Step inside Rome’s ancient arena

Visit one of the world’s most iconic monuments on a streamlined guided tour, perfect for travelers with a busy schedule. Meet your expert guide at the meeting point and enter the legendary Colosseum, skipping the long line for tickets. Walk through ancient corridors where emperors, citizens and gladiators once stepped, all while listening to tales of the Colosseum’s impressive legacy as the grand stage for ancient Rome’s spectacles.

Discover the Colosseum’s secrets

This ancient amphitheater stands as an enduring symbol of Roman engineering and society. Your guide will illuminate the history of gladiators and wild beasts, discussing the grand games and drama that captivated thousands. Explore the different tiers for insight into Roman seating traditions and capture unbeatable views over the Arena Floor.

Along the way, you’ll learn about lesser-known facts such as the Hypogeum: the intricate network of tunnels beneath the Arena where fighters and animals waited before being raised to spectacular entrances. Choose a guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian or German for an experience in your preferred language.

Designed for efficiency and family fun

The express format lets you see the Colosseum’s main sites in about an hour, ensuring you won’t miss the essential highlights. For an even deeper experience, opt for a small group tour with exclusive Arena access via the original Gladiators’ Gate. Families can choose a kid-focused tour, with engaging stories and legends designed to keep young travelers fascinated.

Exclusive access and more

Depending on your selection, you may gain access to areas usually off-limits to the public and get closer to artifacts in the Colosseum Museum. Headsets are provided so you won’t miss a word, no matter where you stand in the vast amphitheater. The tour timing ensures you make the most of your Rome visit, with options to add neighboring ancient sites if you wish.

Efficient, memorable and insightful

Whether you’re fitting this experience into a busy itinerary or want an engaging introduction before exploring more on your own, the Colosseum Express Guided Tour delivers the essential Rome adventure efficiently and memorably.

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