Colosseum Gladiator Arena & Mamertine Prison Tickets

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Immerse yourself in the history of Ancient Rome with these combination tickets that allow you to explore the Colosseum's Gladiator Arena, the Mamertine Prison, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill.

The starting point is the Mamertina Prison, where you will need to exchange the voucher you receive upon booking for tickets to the Colosseum at the relevant office at least 1 hour before the booked time slot.

The time chosen refers to the entrance to the Arena, so after redeeming your voucher, please make sure you arrive 15 minutes before the indicated time slot. You can visit the Mamertina Prison before or after your visit to the Arena, bearing in mind that there is a 15-minute walking distance between the two sites.

Furthermore, the entrance to the Colosseum is nominal, so when redeeming it at the Mamertina Prison, it is compulsory to present a valid ID for each customer.

  • Discover the Mamertine Prison, where important prisoners of ancient Rome were held.
  • Explore Roman history with just one entrance ticket.
  • Experience the gladiatorial experience at the Colosseum.

What’s included

  • Entrance to the Mamertina Prison
  • 20-minute time slot entrance to the Colosseum Arena
  • Entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
  • Audio guide

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Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly

Step by Step

This special package gives you the opportunity to discover two of Rome's most iconic sites in one day. Start your adventure at the Mamertine Prison, also known as the Tullianum, the oldest prison in the city. Located in the heart of Rome, this historic prison housed illustrious prisoners, including St. Peter and St. Paul .

The included audio guide will guide you through the underground cells, offering an in-depth insight into the conditions of imprisonment and the historical events that took place at this site.

In addition to the Mamertine Prison, you will have direct access to the Arena of the Gladiators, the central platform where the fights took place. This exclusive entrance allows you to walk on the same ground that the gladiators walked on, offering a unique perspective of the amphitheatre and its stands.

From the arena, you can appreciate the scale and impressive architecture of the Colosseum, while imagining the spectacles that once entertained thousands of spectators. In addition, you will have access to the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill, completing a full immersion into ancient Rome.

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