The fights! The glory! This iconic arena specialized in gory ends. Built in the 1st century, it held up to 80,000 spectators who came to witness gladiatorial combat and bloody reenactments of naval battles. When you look up at the stands, it doesn’t take much imagination to hear the deafening roar of the crowds or to picture the fierceness on display.
Arch of Constantine
It seems like no victorious battle is complete without an arch to mark the occasion. This one commemorates Constantine's triumph at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312, and it's definitely a beauty. But with a closer look, you'll see that this breathtaking construction is a combination of styles and pieces – take a guided tour to hear the details.
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What Guests Said About The Colosseum:
Anonymous
Everyone knows the Colosseum is the prime landmark in Rome, but also check out Castel Sant'Angelo - it's a medieval fortress built on top of Hadrian's tomb, and you can see everything from the ancient foundation up to the lavishly decorated papal apartments on the top floor
Everyone knows the Colosseum is the prime landmark in Rome, but also check out Castel Sant'Angelo - it's a medieval fortress built on top of Hadrian's tomb, and you can see everything from the ancient foundation up to the lavishly decorated papal apartments on the top floor. And the city views from the battlements are amazing!
Kaman
Hong Kong
In the book store of the colosseum you can take a look at some graphic illustration(it's kinda cartoon like) overlaying on the photo of the ruins
It's amazing to walk inside the colosseum and imagine how things were few thousand years ago. In the book store of the colosseum you can take a look at some graphic illustration(it's kinda cartoon like) overlaying on the photo of the ruins. It really brings history alive when you're looking at those old stones alongside with those graphic illustration. (We actually bought that book because it's pretty cool!)
BRUCE
Australia
The fact that almost every street has a famous site and most around the Colosseum have dozens of Roman Forums in various stages of presentation for tourists, which allows you to invision what the Roman Culture must have been like hundreds of hears ago
The fact that almost every street has a famous site and most around the Colosseum have dozens of Roman Forums in various stages of presentation for tourists, which allows you to invision what the Roman Culture must have been like hundreds of hears ago!
Anonymous
Because it's not a big city and there is so much to see when wandering between the 'big-ticket' sites like the Colosseum and the Parthenon
Because it's not a big city and there is so much to see when wandering between the 'big-ticket' sites like the Colosseum and the Parthenon. Walking allows you to come across the tiny pizzerias and cafes which you'd never see if you were on a tour bus or in a car.
Victoria
Italy
We paid 24 Euro total for my family (children free) to gain access to the Palatino, Roman Forum, and Colosseum
I suggest visiting the city outside of the summer months. My family went during Christmas and though there were crowds, they were small. I can only imagine the lines and congestion in the summer. Also, if you really want to go to the Colosseum, get your combined ticket at the Palatino first! We paid 24 Euro total for my family (children free) to gain access to the Palatino, Roman Forum, and Colosseum. Worth it when I saw the crazy line into the Colosseum and we just walked past it all.
Anonymous
When going to the Colosseum, choose the Palatine Hill ticket entrance to avoid long queues at Colosseum entrance
We went second weekend of November, lucky with sunshine and temp was 20 degrees, so comfortably warm and just into their winter season so fewer tourists. Avoid visiting churches on Sundays as services in progress means restrictions. Mondays some museums closed. Get a tour guide for some things, essential for the vatican, otherwise it is a visual overload with no time to consult the info, so much better to listen as you look. Vatican is always crowded so easier to follow your guide and also prepaying means you avoid the huge queues to buy tickets. Angel Tours highly recommended. When going to the Colosseum, choose the Palatine Hill ticket entrance to avoid long queues at Colosseum entrance.
“The hotel was in a great location! Once we made it to the hotel from the airport, we were able to walk everywhere in the city from the Trevi Fountain to the Colosseum! It was great to be in such a central location and not have to use taxis.
The staff was kind and helpful. They gave us a city map and a list of the best places to eat in each square. They made great suggestions about what to do, what to see, and how to get there. I highly recommend this hotel.”
“Location of the property is excellent. Ten minute walk to the Colosseum and lots of shopping and restaurants around. The hotel is also close to a metro stop which will take you to the Vatican in less than 10 minutes.”
“This place is less than 5 minutes from the Colosseum. However, a taxi is needed to visit the other sights. A nice cafe is directly across the apartment if you need a quick pastry or coffee.
The apartment manager, Kevin, gave us the keys right away. The apartment was pretty clean. The bathroom size is a bit small, but it might be according to European standards. The water in the shower didn't drain properly, which was the only big issue with the bathroom.”
“We are a family of 5 and stayed for 3 nights - the apartment is perfect for a stay in Rome. We walked to all the major sights and the view of the Colosseum is breathtaking. Luigi is a fantastic host and we were touched by the welcome cake, wine and breakfast items in the fridge since we arrived late at night. The apartment is spacious, clean and very well equipped. Highly recommended.”
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