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Rome
Colosseum Underground Tour: Gladiator Gate & Roman Forum
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Overview
Discover Rome's ancient wonders with the Colosseum Underground, Roman Forum & Cesar Palace Special Access tour. This amazing experience lets visitors explore the Colosseum like never before, with exclusive access to the underground dungeons where gladiators and animals once waited. Imagine walking where they walked, feeling the history all around.
The tour continues to Palatine Hill, where emperors lived, and the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome. See old temples, the Senate House, the House of the Vestal Virgins, and even Julius Caesar’s tomb. A friendly, licensed guide will share interesting stories and facts along the way. Plus, skip the long lines with special access through the Gladiator’s Gate!
This tour includes special entrance to the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate and access to the Colosseum's arena floor and underground dungeons. It also covers all fees and taxes. Note that the Colosseum fees are part of this total cost, with the remaining cost covering other services. This tour does not include access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the Colosseum Underground Night tour. 
Highlights
Skip the Line: Enter the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate and avoid long queues.
Exclusive Underground Access: Explore the Colosseum's underground dungeons, where gladiators and animals awaited their fate.
Expert Guide: Learn about ancient Rome from a licensed guide with captivating stories.
See Ancient Rome: Visit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum, including Julius Caesar's tomb.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, highlighting the special access and knowledgeable guides. Some wished it was longer or had better acoustics.
Visitors love skipping the line with the Gladiator's Gate entrance.
The tour guides are very knowledgeable and make the history come alive.
Many found the underground Colosseum experience fascinating.
Customers enjoyed the smaller group setting.
Some customers felt the tour was too short.
A few found it hard to hear the guide at times.
The Journey
Colosseum
Step back in time at the Colosseum, the iconic amphitheater of ancient Rome, and experience the thrill of gladiatorial combat. Bypass the general entrance and enter through the Gladiator's Gate, walking onto the arena floor where fierce battles and public spectacles unfolded. Descend into the mysterious underground dungeons, once the holding area for gladiators and wild beasts, and imagine the anticipation and tension before their deadly encounters. Witness the architectural genius that allowed this monumental structure to host tens of thousands of spectators, a testament to the engineering prowess of the Roman Empire.
Roman Forum
Wander through the ruins of the Roman Forum, the vibrant heart of ancient Rome's political, religious, and social life. Explore the remnants of pagan temples, solemn tombs, and the sacred House of the Vestal Virgins, where priestesses maintained the eternal flame of Rome. Stand in the Senate House, where crucial decisions shaped the course of history, and pay homage at the tomb of Julius Caesar, a pivotal figure in the Republic's transformation. Immerse yourself in the echoes of orators, senators, and citizens who once thronged this bustling marketplace and center of power.
Palatine Hill
Ascend Palatine Hill, the legendary birthplace of Rome, and follow in the footsteps of emperors and mythical founders. Discover the ruins of imperial palaces, including the grand residence of Caesar, and soak in panoramic views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus. Unearth layers of history spanning millennia, from the earliest settlements dating back to the 8th century BC to structures built during the Renaissance and the era of Mussolini. Explore the lush gardens and marvel at the architectural remnants of Rome's most powerful rulers, gaining insights into their lives, ambitions, and legacies.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes special entrance to the Colosseum through the Gladiator's Gate, access to the Colosseum's arena floor and underground dungeons, underground tunnels in the Roman Forum and access to Palatine Hill, and all fees and taxes. Please note that Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services. This tour excludes anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions. Full names of each guest and matching ID are required to enter the Colosseum.
Hot Tip
Tickets for this tour sell out fast, so book your tickets early. To make the most of the tour, wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking on uneven surfaces. Be sure to bring your ID, as it is required for entry into the Colosseum.
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