Colosseum evening tour with optional arena floor access
Attractions & guided tours

Colosseum evening tour with optional arena floor access

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$63.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's an evening visit to the Colosseum with fewer crowds and a unique atmosphere
  • There's a walk along Via dei Fori Imperiali with views over the Roman Forum
  • You'll learn about gladiators, emperors, and Ancient Rome with an expert English-speaking guide
  • You'll choose between standard entry or upgrade to Arena access and step onto the Arena floor
  • Enjoy the flexibility of selecting your preferred group size, from standard groups to more intimate small or semi private experiences
What to expect

Join an evening guided tour of the Colosseum and nearby archaeological sites, when cooler temperatures and smaller crowds create a different atmosphere for exploring Ancient Rome.

Your tour begins at Trajan’s Column before continuing along Via dei Fori Imperiali, a historic avenue with panoramic views over the Roman Forum, once the political and commercial centre of the Roman Empire. As you walk, your English-speaking guide will share stories about Roman politics, religion, and daily life while pointing out the temples, arches, and monuments that shaped the ancient city.

You’ll then enter the Colosseum during the quieter evening hours. Inside the amphitheatre, your guide will explain how this monumental structure was built, how it evolved over time, and the spectacles that once entertained thousands of spectators.

You can choose the experience that suits you best. Select the Regular option or upgrade to Arena Floor to stand on the reconstructed arena where gladiators once fought. Tours are available as semi-private (10 people), small-group (15 people), or group (25 people) options, depending on the access selected.

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What's included
  • check Expert, English-speaking tour guide
  • check Access to the Colosseum
  • check Spectacular view of the Roman Forum
  • check Arena Floor access, if options selected
Where

Piazza Foro Traiano, 00187 Rome RM, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet on the platform directly in front of Trajan's Column located on Via dei Fori Imperiali next to Piazza Venezia. When standing right in front and facing the Victor Emmanuel II Monument (a.k.a. the "Wedding Cake"), it's directly to the left across the street. Your tour coordinator will be waiting there wearing a City Wondersblue polo shirt (in summer) or a blue jacket (winter). Please be there 15 minutes before departure.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • Large bags or backpacks. The Colosseum does not have any cloakroom facilities

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not accessible to wheelchair users or guests with any impairments requiring special assistance
  • This tour is not accessible to strollers or baby carriages
  • This tour is not accessible to children under 6 for security reasons

Know in advance:

  • Choose between Colosseum Regular Access and Arena Access, which includes entry to the reconstructed Arena Floor.
    Regular Access is available as a Group tour (up to 25 participants) or a Semi-Private tour (up to 10 participants).
    Arena Access is available as a Group tour (up to 25 participants), a Small Group tour (up to 15 participants), or a Semi-Private tour (up to 10 participants)
  • Colosseum standard entry ticket: 18€, with Arena access: 24€. The remaining amount covers additional services included in the offer, such as the guided tour and on-site assistance
  • No pre-sale fees are charged to the customer
  • All guests must comply with the Colosseum Visitor Rules, which can be consulted on the official Colosseum website
  • None of the options above includes access to the Underground level
  • All participant names are required at the time of booking in order to enter the Colosseum. If we do not receive the full customers' names, the booking will be cancelled
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
  • Colosseum entry may involve delays due to security checks or large crowds during holidays and peak periods
  • The tour itinerary may change order, but all adjustments are planned to improve your experience
  • Some venues may close unexpectedly; if this happens, the tour will be extended to match the advertised duration
  • Some of the landmarks and monuments included in this tour may be subject to ongoing maintenance or restoration work. These activities, while essential for preservation, might result in limited access, temporary visual obstructions, or reduced photo opportunities

Remember to bring:

  • Your valid ID or passport that matches the names on the reservation
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Provider
City Wonders
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 96 hours before the experience begins.

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