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Three layers of Roman history

Colosseum Arena Floor & San Clemente Underground Tour

3.9 (76 reviews on GetYourGuide) Rome 1–2 hours
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1–10 peopleSmall group with a local expert guide
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About this tour

This San Clemente underground tour pairs the Colosseum arena floor with one of Rome’s most remarkable hidden places, just a short walk away.

Rome, layer by layer

Beneath the 12th-century Basilica of San Clemente lies a 4th-century church, and beneath that, 1st-century Roman buildings and a temple to the god Mithras. Walking down through them is a journey through 2,000 years in a few staircases, with an underground stream still running below.

Guided tour or tickets

Choose a combo ticket and explore with an audio guide app and a map, or add a professional guide for the Colosseum arena floor and San Clemente. Your ticket also covers the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.

Highlights

  • Colosseum arena floor access
  • The San Clemente underground archaeological complex
  • A 4th-century church, Roman houses and a Mithraeum
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill included
  • Optional professional guide

Itinerary

  1. Start

    Basilica di San Clemente

    Descend through the underground levels (30 min, guided option).

  2. 10 min

    Walk to the Colosseum

    A short stroll along Via di San Giovanni in Laterano.

  3. 30 min

    Colosseum arena floor

    Step onto the arena.

  4. 1 hr

    Inside the Colosseum

    The tiers and the story of the games.

  5. End

    Colosseum

    Continue to the Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace.

What's included

  • Colosseum entry ticket with arena floor access
  • San Clemente underground entry
  • Roman Forum and Palatine Hill entry
  • Live guide and headsets (guided option)
  • Audio guide app and San Clemente map (ticket option)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Good to know

Meeting point
Meeting point depends on the option you book The guided option starts at the Basilica di San Clemente (Via Labicana, 95). The exact spot is in your booking confirmation.
Guide languages
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean
What to bring
Passport or ID card for every traveller; comfortable walking shoes
Names
Full names must match each traveller's ID and can't be changed after booking
Not allowed
Large bags, luggage, weapons or sharp objects
Arrival
Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time
Accessibility
Not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility
Weather
Tours run in all weather; the arena floor can close at short notice in heavy rain
Not suitable for
People with claustrophobia
Dress code
San Clemente is a church, so cover shoulders and knees
Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour are non-refundable.

Meeting point

Meeting point depends on the option you book

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a dress code at San Clemente?

Yes. It's a working church, so please cover shoulders and knees.

Is the San Clemente underground suitable for everyone?

The lower levels are reached by stairs and are narrow in places, so they aren't suitable for wheelchair users or people with claustrophobia.

Can I visit without a guide?

Yes. The ticket option includes an audio guide app and a written map of the underground.

Is the Roman Forum included?

Yes, you can visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on your own with the same ticket.

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