Colosseum Arena Floor Tour: Special Access via the Gladiator’s Gate

Why Take This Colosseum and Arena Floor Tour?

Most visitors look at the Colosseum. You’ll enter it like a gladiator. On this Gladiator Gate Colosseum tour, you’ll step onto the Arena Floor where thousands once fought for survival and glory.

This is the Colosseum from the center of the action — an exclusive, immersive experience that connects you to the fear, thrill, and spectacle of ancient Rome. With exclusive Arena Floor access and an expert historian by your side, you'll go far beyond standard sightseeing.

Then, walk in the footsteps of emperors through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, uncovering temples, Senate chambers, and palaces where Western civilization was born.

Walk Through the Gladiator’s Gate

Begin where few visitors ever go: through the Gladiator’s Gate, once used by the warriors who faced roaring crowds and certain danger. A Colosseum Arena Floor tour means you’ll see the Colosseum from their point of view—surrounded by rising tiers, shadows of spectators, and stories of survival.

Explore Every Angle of the Colosseum

Next, climb to the first and second levels where your guide will share the engineering secrets, myths, and games that made the Colosseum ancient Rome’s main stage for politics, punishment, and public entertainment.

Roam the Forum and Palatine Hill

Step into the Roman Forum, where temples, basilicas, and memorials mark the heart of Roman power. See the Temple of Julius Caesar, the Arch of Titus, and more. Then ascend Palatine Hill, birthplace of the Eternal City and home to the opulent palaces of Rome’s emperors.

In a place where every stone has a story—let Walks of Italy bring them to life on this Colosseum Floor tour.

Note: As this is one of our popular tours, we recommend that you book early. Not available on your dates? Check out our VIP Caesar's Palace Tour, which also includes access to the Colosseum arena floor.