Are Colosseum Tours in Rome worth it?
Wondering if Colosseum tours in Rome are worth it? Here’s everything to know about booking a Colosseum guided tour, including advantages, disadvantages and alternative worthwhile options.
Before you decide if a tour of the Colosseum is worth it, ask yourself what is your main goal for visiting the Colosseum
· If you are interested in learning as much about the Colosseum as possible, joining a guided tour is probable the best option for you
· If however, you are more interested in just seeing the Colosseum, perhaps a skip the line ticket may be more appropriate for you.
Why should you consider joining a Colosseum Tour?
Joining a Colosseum tour allows you to maximize your experience when visiting the iconic monument.
The Colosseum is over 2000 years old and is the iconic symbol of Rome.
The monument is a piece of living history, with so many different stories and historical events being set within its walls.
The amphitheatre has lived through different eras, and the huge complex has seen gladiator battles, sports competitions, and even public executions.
If you want to visit the Colosseum and learn all about what went on in the amphitheatre, joining a tour will surely be advantageous.
Reasons that make Colosseum Tours in Rome worth it
Skip-The-Line Access
A nice perk to joining one of the Colosseum guided tours, is that you will save time and skip the ticket waiting.
Great Tour Guides
The key to a great Colosseum tour is a knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide.
Experienced tour guides possess the ability to provide stories and historical facts, that you don’t find online, to bring the amphitheater to life creating an unforgettable experience.
With a wealth of years of experience delving into the Colosseum’s enigmas, they convey these tales, keeping you captivated and intrigued.
In addition to learning about the Colosseum, local tour guides can provide helpful tips to assist you during you stay in Rome, such as where to eat near the Colosseum.
Privileged Access Areas
Certain Colosseum tours in Rome offer you the unique opportunity to explore sections of the Colosseum that remain inaccessible to the general public.
Through our guided tours, we’ve arranged various enhanced admission options that cater to your specific interests and itinerary, ensuring you have the experience that aligns perfectly with your preferences.
Colosseum Arena Floor
The term “arena” originates from the Latin word for sand. In ancient times, the Colosseum’s floor was covered with sand, serving to absorb blood during events, hence the name “arena.” While the current arena is a reconstruction, it remains an impressive sight. We offer highly popular and affordable tours that grant you access to the arena platform. Here are the tour options featuring the Colosseum’s arena:
Book your Colosseum Arena Floor tour
Colosseum Top Levels Tours
Additionally, you can explore other levels of the Colosseum that provide breathtaking view of Ancient Rome. General admission covers the first two floors, while the Top level Colosseum tours takes you to the third and fourth level.
Book your Top level Colosseum tour
Colosseum Underground
Easily the most sought-after reservation, the Colosseum Underground ticket allows visitors to visit the Hypogeum below the stage where the wild animals and, at times, gladiators emerged from trap doors! You’ll even see replicas of ancient elevators and trap doors
The colosseum underground is the more sought after section of the Colosseum to visit. The Colosseum underground also known as the hypogeum, offers the opportunity to explore where gladiators and wild animals would emerge through trap doors / ancient elevators.
Book your underground Colosseum tour
Reasons that may make Colosseum tours in Rome not worth it
1/ For those who intend to explore the Colosseum on their own, it’s highly recommended to contemplate acquiring an audio guide.
An audio guide provides comprehensive insights into every facet of the Colosseum, enabling you to leisurely explore the Colosseum while immersing yourself in its rich history and architectural marvels.
Opting for an audio guide is the most cost-effective means to ensure an informative and enlightening Colosseum visit.
2/ Perhaps you prefer to not be restricted to a specific time or pace of a group tour, you may with to visit the Colosseum without a tour.
Alternatively if your budget allows, there id the option to take a private tour of the Colosseum, which allows maximum flexibly and for you to customize your colosseum tour.
Which are the best Colosseum Tours in Rome
Selecting the perfect Colosseum tour for you depends on your interests, budget, and schedule. Take a look at our Colosseum tours available to decide which is best for you.
Tips to choose the best Colosseum tour for you
When choosing the ideal Roman Colosseum tour for you, consider the following
- Decide your budget. Colosseum tours and audio guides vary greatly in price.
- Read reviews from previous customers before choosing your Colosseum tour in Rome
- Decide which areas of the Colosseum are most interesting to you to visit (Arena floor, underground, Palentine Hill, Roman Forum)
Conclusion
With so many options for Colosseum tours in Rome available, it may be hard to decide with is most worthwhile for you.
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