VIP Colosseum Night Tour with Underground & Arena Floor

The Colosseum is one of Italy’s most popular destinations, attracting over 5 million visitors every year. Believed to have been constructed as a gift from ancient emperors to the Roman people, this grand outdoor amphitheater once served as the epicentre for entertainment, hosting various public spectacles and games. A stage for gladiator fights, often including animals, the Colosseum has quite the bloody past. Step back in time, marvel at the impressive architecture and walk the floor of the greatest arena known to mankind.

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Visit the Colosseum on an exclusive after-hours tour with skip the line access. With your small group of 24 people or less, enter the attraction after normal hours for a much more intimate experience without the crowds. Upon entering the Colosseum, follow your guide underground, to the area where animals and gladiators once awaited their turn to fight. This area can only be visited on pre-booked guided tours, such as this one, so this is a rare opportunity!

Next, make your way to the arena floor. An official Colosseum guard who will unlock a special gate, revealing an iconic walkway onto the floor. Walk the footsteps of ancient Roman gladiators as you step out onto the floor of this gigantic amphitheater. Here you can enjoy the most incredible vantage point in the Colosseum.

After you finish touring the Colosseum, your follow your guide to the Piazza Venezia. By far one of the most beautiful buildings to be seen at night, soak up views of the famous monument that represents new Rome and new Italy. From here, walk up to the Capitoline Hill, also known as (Piazza del Campidoglio). Designed by Michelangelo, this square has an excellent view of the Roman Forum. Listen to tales of the ancient empire as your guide continues the tour, pointing out via Dei Fori Imperiali, Vittorio Emanuele II Monument, Mussolini's balcony, and more.