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Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome
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Overview

Marvel at the sights of Ancient Rome illuminated after dark on this nighttime tour. The already fascinating attractions like the Colosseum and other ruins take on an even more magical look under the moonlight. Enter the Colosseum after it closes to the general public for a VIP-style experience. Tour operates with a maximum of 25 people.
  • Night tour of Ancient Rome sights
  • Enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Colosseum
  • Explore the amphitheater's arena and dungeons
  • Admire imperial ruins lit up after dark
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Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Professional guide
Aperitif
Skip-the-line tickets
Entry/Admission - Colosseum
Entry/Admission - Colosseum Underground
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

Via Frangipane, 30, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Return Details

Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Backpacks are allowed but huge backpacks will not be permitted.
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions.
  • The dungeons of the Colosseum may be closed in the case of unfavorable weather conditions. In this case you will visit other areas of the Colosseum. We are not responsible for unfavorable weather conditions.
  • Please note: the tour departs 15 minutes after the meeting time.
  • If you arrive late you might lose a part of the tour or lose entry to the Colosseum!
  • Near public transportation
  • Please note that due regulations, this tour is not available for kids under the age of 6.
  • Please note that this tour involves social interaction at our office, a walk through Ancient Rome and last but not least entry into the Eternal City's most iconic symbol, the Colosseum. So if you are looking for a tour that is simply Colosseum please consider one of our other tours.
  • Due to Colosseum rules, no sharp objects, liquids glass bottle, drones, selfie sticks, perfumes & sprays are allowed. Only plastic water bottles are allowed.
  • A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for the entrance at the Colosseum.
  • Please note the meeting point is at our office in Via Frangipane 30 00184 Roma. Please use Google Maps to ensure you find the location successfully.
  • Please note that due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for any persons with disabilities.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • OPERATED BY VIVICOS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SRL

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the policy on sanitization during Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?
A:The policy on sanitization is:

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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What is the social distancing policy during Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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What is the maximum group size during Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome?
A:This activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers.

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Excellent way to see the colosseum without the crowds.
Pennie B
, Oct 2019
Beautiful, haunting and quiet. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. The nighttime view was awesome. Lots of walking. My college aged kids loved it.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Moonlight Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome is indeed a fascinating experience. Thank you for reviewing us, Pennie!
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star-5
Great way to see the Colosseum!
171kristinb
, Oct 2019
Our tour began with pizza and prosecco at the check in point. We then took a walking tour of the Forum area. You don't actually go into the ruins, but walk around on the street level above them. The tour was very informative, as they take you through the history of the area. The Colosseum at night is beautiful and quiet. Much different from the daytime crowds. I only wish there was more lighting on the floor of the arena so it could be seen better. We went into the underground area as well, which was very interesting to see. We really enjoyed the tour and would recommend it for people who would like to avoid the crowds. The tour guide was wonderful!
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Glad you enjoyed the pizza and prosecco and most importantly that you loved touring the Colosseum and learning about Ancient Rome. Thank you for choosing to book with us!
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star-4
Good night tour but didn't include any entry to the forum per description.
mrbarrett2019
, Sep 2019
The forum part of the tour was informational but only included views from the main road, other tours were down in the forum itself which we expected from the description of what was included. The Colosseum part of the tour was as expected.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2019
Thank you for your feedback, we have updated the description of this tour to better describe the experience. Thank you for choosing to book with us!
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Not worth it, Rude customer service, Mateo was wonderful
donnav789
, Sep 2019
Tickets and website stated 7:30 start. When we arrived at 7:15 per instructions, they said no, 830...with no reason. Well it finally started at 9:00. We walked around for an hour, not really seeing anything/didn't enter any areas. Then at 10 we went to the colosseum. Which was interesting. Mateo was our first guide, and was wonderful! Unfortunately, we had a different guide at the colosseum who wasn't wonderful!
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icon Response from Host , Sep 2019
As stated in the description page, due to availability the schedule is subject to change. Please note that the reason we call you in earlier is to get you checked in and prepared for the security check., this is all done to ensure the entrance goes smoothly and that you are covered security wise. As for the Colosseum guide, it is not imposed by us but by the company that has the rights to the Colosseum and so, unfortunately, you experienced a guide that was not a part of our company. Thank you for beautifully reviewing Matteo!
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Disappointed
cgscion
, Aug 2019
I am very disappointed, I thought we were going to be able to see the Colosseum first. We couldn't even see hardly anything by the time we got there. Not what I expected.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2019
Hello, As mentioned on the product page The Colosseum is the very last site you visit, as listed on your itinerary. This tour is a Moonlight tour which means it was specifically designed for those who wish to visit the Colosseum by night. We are very sorry you booked a tour that was not in line with what you actually desired. We hope you had a wonderful experience nevertheless!
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Description and Info is Misleading
SeattleFlynners
, Aug 2019
We arrived on time for the tour. Although I did go back and read where the first 45 mins are supposed to be when we all have an appetizer, NO ONE realized we would all be standing in some alley with plastic cups of Prosecco and cheese pizza. A number of us rushed from dinner to be at the tour at 8pm. We could’ve just came when this “appetizer” portion of the tour was over - complete waste of time. We left the meeting place at about 8:25 and spent 90 minutes walking around the city - not 45. It was as if they were trying to fill time with this and the appetizer to justify a three hour tour cost. It was great to see the Forum, but that could’ve been 45 minutes max. We then walked around and were told about whatever was on the way to the Colosseum. The actual Colosseum portion was 1:15. By the time we got there, though, everyone was irritable about the 90 minutes wasted on doing “filler” time. The actual Colosseum tour was pretty cool. But they again created a filler of 15 minutes with this stupid film depicting a Roman gladiator and his feelings before a fight. When walking around the Colosseum, it was mostly dark so you couldn’t see where you were walking. The guide didn’t have a flashlight and there was no mention of possibly needing one (people started to use the flashlight on their phones). At one point the guide was describing something but admitted we couldn’t see it because it was dark. Someone used their phone flashlight so we could see what she was talking about. Why wouldn’t the guide have something to illuminate areas she was talking about? This tour should be a max of two hours. But then they couldn’t charge as much as they do......
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2019
Hello, Please note that the tour usually goes through as mentioned on the tour page unless there are security or health situations that lead to shifts in the way the tour is handled. We do our best to protect our clients during the heatwave. The video you mention is a part of the Colosseum's official presentation. As for the lighting, it is handled by the Colosseum staff but we will take your feedback to our guides and provide them with torches. The tour includes an appetizer to allow you to meet your group and share an experience. An appetizer is never dinner but simply includes some drinks a few snacks and fun times in good company. It is an Italian habit and often people have appetizers during the day just to meet up with friends and chat. As for the walk through Ancient Rome, as mentioned on the website it is a part of the tour and is meant to have you explore history, most of our clients genuinely love it as it is a unique opportunity to explore ancient times. Thus, no time fillers are required as the whole tour is designed as an exploration of ancient Roman society and is full of knowledge. Please note that if you wished to experience a shorter tour, we have different options available. I am sorry to learn you booked a tour that was not ideal for your preferences. In the future, please remember you can always contact our staff and let them know what you need so that they may recommend the tour type for you,
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star-5
Mostly ancient Rome, some Collosseum
Charles R
, Sep 2018
I highly recommend this tour. It was a great way to end our first full day, which was spent walking for 10 hours... so what was 3 more?! Just be aware that you will spend 2 hours walking around the area near the Colosseum, which was actually awesome since we had seen some of those places earlier in the day, but without a guide. The hour in the Colosseum was good, too. Probably all you need. Our second guide who took us around there wasn't as good as our first guide. So, not complaints, but I do wish we had started closer to on time, rather than a half hour late. Ah Italy!
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It poured down rain a couple hours...
Jason
, Aug 2018
It poured down rain a couple hours before we started our tour, which delayed the tour. However, the tour was great and both tour guides were excellent. It is definitely a unique experience to see the Colosseum for the first time at night. We loved the tour.
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I highly recommend this tour...
klbracamonte
, Aug 2018
I highly recommend this tour, especially in the summer when the days are so hot! This was our second time doing this tour. I really enjoyed the appetizers and wine beforehand and loved our very enthusiastic and energetic tour guide, Fi! Being able to go into the Colosseum after dark, when it is closed to the public, is pretty magical!!
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Excellent Night Tour
lialeon1990
, Jul 2018
I went on this tour with my parents, brother and my husband last night. It was amazing. At the meeting point you're welcomed with a table with pizza, chips, olives and booze. From there our tour guide introduced herself and started the tour. I forgot her name but she was fantastic. Very knowledgable and enthusiastic. I actually wish she was our tour guide for every other tour I've taken. I'm sad she only gave us a tour of the first part which was of ancient Rome. She then handed us over to a 2nd tour guide for the Collosseum. It was about 10pm at this point so no crowds and no sun! This was perfect as it was about 95 degrees earlier in the day. We were taken inside to see the collosseum on 3 different levels. It was spectacular. I highly reccomend this night your as you avoid the crowds and the heat if you're visiting in the summer. Their tour guides are very knowledgable and friendly.
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