Colosseum & San Clemente Basilica's undergrounds private tour

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About this activity

This Private 4-Hour Adventure through the Colosseum, Ancient Rome & San Clemente’s Underground is a journey into the layers of history beneath the Eternal City.

Your Unforgettable Adventure Includes:

⛪ San Clemente’s Mind-Blowing Underground Labyrinth: descend through 12 centuries of history in one extraordinary building

Explore a 4th-century basilica hidden beneath the modern church

Discover a 1st-century Mithraic temple where secret pagan rituals were performed & discover the Emperor Domitian’s mint, Rome’s ancient financial systems.

️Colosseum & Gladiator: walk where emperors & warriors once stood & learn great stories & anecdotes from your guide.

️Palatine Hill: Where Rome Was Born, wander through the ruins of imperial palaces where emperors ruled the Roman empire!

⚖️Roman Forum: Ancient Rome’s Times Square:

walk the Sacred Way & see Julius Caesar’s temple. Here Mark Antony gave his famous funeral speech.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Journey Tours

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide for 4 hours
Included: Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
Included: Admission/Entrance fees for San Clemente
Included: Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
Included: Please note: Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Arch of Constantine

Passing by

You will met your Private Tour Guide at Arch of Constantine, short side facing to Colosseum
Palatine Hill

45 min Admission included

After visiting Colosseum, your private guide will lead you to Palatine Hill, where the emperors and nobility built their houses.
Roman Forum

45 min Admission included

Roman Forum, the meeting point of ancient Rome. Your guide will bring to life these ancient ruins and recount to you the fascinating history behind them.
Basilica of San Clemente

one hour Admission not included

Underground levels of St. Clemente's Basilica to explore one of the hidden treasures of Rome. Buried under 2 levels of basilicas are the remains of a 1st-century AD Roman house. The perfect way to round of your discovery of ancient Rome, seeing the ancient Roman house is like stepping into a time machine, and you will get a better idea about how the ancient Romans used to live.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please be at the short side of the Arch of Constantine located in Colosseum Square. The guide will be waiting at the side of the Arch facing the Colosseum, with a sign with your name.

End point

Using your ticket

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Please note that although we purchase tickets for the Colosseum there can be some waiting to pass the security check. Every visitor to the Colosseum must pass a metal detector security check.

Please be on time to avoid losing entry and thus missing the tour.

The order of the itinerary and start time is subject to change according to ticket availability and security reasons. You will always be notified.

A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for the entrance at the Colosseum. Also a copy is accepted.

Please make sure you ask the guide any curiosities you may have during the tour, we want to ensure you have the very best experience!

Please bring comfortable shoes and a refillable water bottle.

Cancellation

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please be on time to avoid losing entry and thus missing the tour.
The order of the itinerary and start time is subject to change according to ticket availability and security reasons. You will always be notified.
A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for the entrance at the Colosseum. Also a copy is accepted.
Please make sure you ask the guide any curiosities you may have during the tour, we want to ensure you have the very best experience!
Please bring comfortable shoes and a refillable water bottle.