Walking around the Colosseum is a breathtaking experience and one of the best things to do while visiting Rome. The ancient Roman amphitheather draws in millions of visitors a year and creates a historical trip back in time through the ability to completely interact with the structure and its well-preserved elements. A view from the second tier captures the beauty and size of this ancient monument. However, a glance up and a glance downwards may reveal small groups weaving in and out of the third floor halls and basement passageways. Many begin to wonder: how did they get there?
Gain private access to two of the most special areas of the Colosseum, the Hypogeum and the third tier, through pre-reserved group tours. This is the only way to gain entrance to these sections of the amphitheater and they greatly improve one’s visit. Your expert tour guide will lead you up to the third floor for a beautiful panoramic shot of the entire Colosseum. Then, descend into the Hypogeum, the basement area comprised of a network of passageways used to organize ancient gladiators and animals. Seeing all of this, including the original Porta Libitinaria, is the complete Colosseum experience. Don’t miss out on a single detail of this exceptional piece of Roman history.
Another extremely popular group tour of the Colosseum is called “The Colosseum Under the Moon.” This tour takes visitors on an unforgettable night tour of the amphitheater and the Hypogeum long after the regular crowds have gone home. Experiencing the magnificence of the Colosseum in the silence of the evening leaves visitors at a loss for words. This tour is extremely popular and one of the most unique opportunities in all of Rome.
It is very important to remember that the Colosseum group tours require a pre-reservation that should be planned for in advance, since these tours are very popular and fill up quickly. By joining these two tours, your ticket also guarantees immediate access into the Colosseum without waiting in the general admission line. Your entrance ticket also ensures admission into the Palantine Museum and Roman Ruins, situated right next to the Colosseum.
The ‘Colosseum Under the Moon’ tour is available between May 5th, 2013 until October 6th, 2013 on Thursday and Saturday nights. The tour lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes and is offered in English. The third tier, Hypogeum, and Porta Libitinaria tour is offered every day with four starting time options. Offered in English, this tour lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Start reserving your group tickets now, as the tours are very popular and fill up quickly. Take advantage of these unique opportunities to skip the waiting lines and gain special access to reserved areas of the Colosseum.
For more information or to reserve your group tour ticket, please contact ItalyTravels to speak with a tour operator specialized in organizing cultural events. You can call (+0039) 2670402 or send an email to info@italy-travels.it
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