Hi, all,
I am looking for a Coliseum tour that focuses on the underground features. There are so many tours out there, can anyone recommend one that gives an in-depth tour of the underground construction, including what is known about the technical aspects of the spectacles that were presented?
Thanks.
Hi James -
I see no one has answered your question yet so I'll toss this idea out 'cause I hate to see anyone left hanging!
I've not done a tour of the type you're looking for, and my guess is that all tours which include the underground spend the same amount of time in it due to the limited amount of space; they have to keep moving the groups along. I could be wrong but I've never personally seen a tour that promises more time in just that part than other tours. If anyone offered such a thing, my first thought is that it might be Context, as they've been reviewed so positively for their educational tours by travelers wanting the more in-depth, scholarly experience.
But sadly, I'm not seeing anything on their site for a focus specifically on the underground. That said, I did run across a couple of 90-minute, zoom "Before you go" seminars hosted by some of their expert guides. You might sign on for one or two and then take your knowledge to the underground on, say, Coopculture's own tour (usually the most economical) or one by any number of quality tour companies, such as Walks of Italy, Roman Guy, etc? Here are the 2 seminars I'm looking at which may fit the bill:
https://www.contextlearning.com/collections/seminars/products/colosseum-underground-online-course
https://www.contextlearning.com/collections/seminars/products/rome-forum-colosseum-online-course
Additionally, they do offer a private Colosseum tour that might be what you're looking for but it's quite expensive, the underground is an added upgrade - the feeling I get is that the majority of the tour is above - and it seems to be available on a limited basis but you could enquire? I would ask how much time they spend on your subject of interest.
https://www.contexttravel.com/cities/rome/tours/colosseum-tour-with-arena-floor-priority-access
Hi we did the tour through Walks of Italy and it was fantastic. We spent a good amount of time in the underground and we’re given lots of great info. I’m not sure it was more than other tours offer for the underground but it was enough time and very informative.
Yes, as I'd mentioned earlier, coopculture's tours are the most economically priced. It's just unclear if the OP is looking for a more comprehensive tour than those, coopculture's or others, most frequently booked.
James, have you been to the Colosseum before?
Thanks everyone. Your replies have been really helpful. I thought it likely that all of the tours were basically the same, but it is good to hear that from those who have been on one. I've been looking at the Roman Guy, which one of you mentioned and also at Coop Culture. Sounds like we'll be in good hands with either of them.
James, you will be fine with either. Have a great trip!
