Rome: Colosseum, Underground, Roman Forum, & Palatine Tour

Discover the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and the Colosseum's underground on our guided tour. Explore hidden areas walk on the stage, learn about gladiators, and see ancient Roman engineering in action.

Explore the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome, serving as a public space for commerce, politics, and social gatherings. The Roman Forum is one of the most iconic and historically significant archaeological sites in Rome. It was the nucleus of Roman civilization, filled with temples, basilicas, arches, and other monumental structures. It served as the site for political speeches, elections, public meetings, religious ceremonies and much more. Our guide will show you the amazing view from the Palatine Hill overlooking the formal downtown. The Palatine is considered the symbolic and historical heart of Rome, representing its legendary origins and imperial power. It offers insight into ancient Roman architecture, history, and mythology. Begin your journey by exploring the Colosseum’s underground areas, typically off-limits to the general public. Walk through the maze of corridors, cells, and rooms where animals, gladiators, and stage props were kept and prepared. See some of the ancient trapdoors, pulleys, and elevators used to lift animals and scenery onto the arena floor. Appreciate the advanced technology of Roman engineering, including the complex system of lifts and trapdoors. Gain understanding of the logistics behind gladiator fights, animal hunts, and theatrical performances. Learn about daily lives of gladiators, types of games, events held in the Colosseum, the social, political significance of these spectacles in Roman culture all from a local tour guide.