The 11 Gladiator Experiences in Italy That Earn Their Price

1.Colosseum Tour with Access to the Gladiator Arena

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 6,690 reviews · from $55.51Our pick

Guided Colosseum tour with arena floor access, ground floor and second tier views, and lively storytelling through the gladiator gate.

“I liked the extended look in the colosseum and details of the structure.”

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2.Gladiator’s Gate: Special Access Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,037 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89.49

Step through Gladiator’s Gate onto the Colosseum arena floor, then tour the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a small-group guide for $89.49.

“Sev was excellent guide!! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Rome and the Coliseum. He showed us the important facts and figures of Rome. A+ Highly recommended”

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3.Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,477 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $108.16

Train like a Roman gladiator in a small-group class near the Colosseum, with museum admission, costume hire, and arena fights.

“The Gladiator School was a great experience. Our teacher first taught us all about soldiers and gladiators and some of the weapons, helmets, and shields they used. Then we had some warm ups and instruction in offense and defense. Then we went to the arena and fought in matches. It was all fun and educational.”

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4.Full Day Tour to Val d’Orcia and Gladiator’s Fields with Wines

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,106 reviews · 11 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $94.57

Full-day coach tour from Florence through Val d’Orcia, tasting Brunello in Montalcino and Vino Nobile in Montepulciano, plus stops in Pienza.

“This tour felt like we were in a beautiful painting of the rolling hills of Tuscany, simply gorgeous.”

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5.Gladiator’s Gate and Arena Special Colosseum Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 796 reviews · from $123.48

Skip the line through the Gladiator’s Gate, step onto the arena floor, then tour the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a small group.

“Stefano was very knowledgeable and made the Colosseum and its surroundings come to life with pictures and explanations.”

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6.2-Hour Gladiator School

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 630 reviews · from $135.94

Train like a Roman gladiator on the Via Appia Antica. A 2-hour class with museum visit, swordplay, arena battle, and certificate.

“Perfect activity for families! Our Gladiator master was knowledgeable yet patient with some very excited little boys. A must do after visiting the Colosseum.”

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7.Colosseum Gladiator’s Arena and Roman Forum Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 323 reviews · from $27Best value

Colosseum arena access with a live guide plus Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Skip the line, use headsets, enjoy quick value.

“Really enjoyed this tour of the colloseum and the forum. The guide was very engaging and informative. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone looking to see the colloseum”

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8.Gladiator Show and Museum Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 237 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29

A 90-minute Rome gladiator show and museum visit with historical reenactors, real armor, audience interaction, and an armory cocktail.

“We were warmly welcomed by the artists and also by our guide who told us stories about the gladiators, answered questions we had, and took us on a journey back in time many years ago. The show is interactive, fun and allows you to have direct contact with the artists! The appetizer is simple but delicious. (Don't expect to have dinner, there are restaurants outside for that). There are buses that go there (118 and 218) you only have to walk 5 minutes to get to the place. If you want to go by taxi, the girls will help you order one in case you need one. (We were a…”

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9.Colosseum Gladiator Tour for Kids and Families

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 226 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $81

Family Colosseum Gladiator Tour with inside entry, kid-friendly storytelling, interactive quizzes, and expert guides in 1.5 hours. From $81.

“The location area was correct but ideally it could say meet in the park and it would be more clear . Apart from that it was perfect”

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10.Colosseum Gladiator’s Arena and Ancient Rome VIP Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90.11

Colosseum arena access via Gladiator’s Gate plus Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, guided in English, small group, around 3 hours.

“Kristina our guide arrived promptly was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to deal with. The Colleseum itself was a sight to behold and well worth the visit. A truelly enjoyable experience”

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11.Colosseum Gladiator’s Arena and Roman Forum Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 209 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $64

Colosseum arena floor access via the Gladiators’ Gate, plus Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Choose self-audio or a private guided tour.

“Our tour guide was knowledgeable and had lots to share. A time provided to ask questions would be appreciated!”

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