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Needless to say, this is a must see whenever you're in Rome even if you don't plan on going inside! I walked or ran by it almost every day when I was in town to run the Rome Marathon. Even what's left of it was an awesome structure to see in person! Be sure to bring your patience as the surrounding areas will be crowded with tourists and more tourists!
I've always loved reading about Roman history, so finally seeing the Colosseum in person this October was incredible. Even in the "off season," it was busy, which shows how high up the list it is for any visitor. Walking through the structure and looking down into the arena from above, I could really picture the energy of the crowds and the events that once took place there. The Colosseum is huge, up to 50,000 people once packed inside, and it was used for all sorts of public spectacles, not just gladiator fights. I'd recommend taking a guided tour if you can; it helps skip the ticket line and gives context that really adds to the experience. Also, make sure to explore the area around it--the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill are right next door and worth the time. If you're in Rome and even a little curious about history, the Colosseum is absolutely worth seeing. It really brings ancient Rome to life.
Beginning in the eighth century B.C., ancient Rome grew from a small town on central Italy's Tiber River into an empire that at its peak encompassed most of continental Europe, Britain, much of western Asia, northern Africa, and the Mediterranean islands. Nowhere on Earth captures the spectacle of ancient Rome quite like the Colosseum. Towering above the eastern edge of the Roman Forum, covering more than six acres, the Colosseum remains one of the world's most famous architectural marvels and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, where my partner, our friends, family member, and I were able to obtain 8:30am entry for self-guided exploration of the first and second levels but not to the arena floor where the gladiators fought. The ticket also includes visits to the Roman Forum, the Imperial Forum, and the Palatine Hill. Upon arrival, as one walks around the outside, one senses how huge it is, measuring approximately 620 feet in length, 513 feet in width, and over 160 feet in height, with an efficient network of arches, corridors, and staircases to accommodate rapid filling and evacuation for more than 50,000 people. To enter, one must arrive 15 minutes before the time specified on the ticket. However, it was crowded in mid-September during the week, which would be overwhelming, particularly around peak hours. On the other hand, the line for security checks was short. It looked very simple on the outside, but it has a very complex interior structure. One can see a lot from the first ring: the center stage/games area; the seating sections reserved for the emperor, the vestal virgins, and the senators; an overview of the now-exposed underground facilities; and the walls of rising seats above you. It can also get crowded here, and one might have to wait for visitors to move on to get a clear viewpoint. This is a building that captured our imagination since its construction and continues to be this symbol of Rome's power, of Rome's brilliance, which we can recommend.
Came at the end of November of 2025, and it was crowded most of the time had a line to go everywhere. The normal pass has limited access: only to the ground level and to go around the colosseo. The view is majestic and the architecture is full of details and its surprising that it was done centuries ago... Definitely worth coming to this place!
This might be one of the busiest tourist attractions in the world. You need to be physically and mentally prepared for long lines and wait times. We booked a tour through a 3rd party, and were spared much of that waiting, at a cost. That said, once we were inside, the history and nostalgia were captivating. Truly a highlight in my life. Did you know that il Colosseo was once covered in polished marble, and that it was stripped to build out the Vatican?
The Colosseum -- come for the history, stay because you're still waiting to hear "Are you not entertained?" echo through the stone. If you want to feel small, insignificant, and totally wowed, step inside the Colosseum. Pictures don't prepare you. This thing is massive. The ancient Romans didn't just build stadiums -- they built a statement, and nearly 2,000 years later it's still standing stronger than half the hotels on the Vegas strip. History check: Construction kicked off under Emperor Vespasian in AD 72, and his son Titus wrapped it up in AD 80. It could hold somewhere between 50,000-80,000 screaming Romans, all of them showing up to watch gladiators, wild animal hunts, mock naval battles, and a few thousand other events that would make modern NFL games look like a church picnic. And here's the kicker: they've done an incredible job refurbishing the inside. New exhibits line the corridors, the underground hypogeum (the maze where fighters and lions waited their turn) has been restored and opened for tours, and they even added a modern elevator so you can get between levels without feeling like you're on a gladiator training montage. With the restorations and displays, this isn't just a "walk in, take a selfie, walk out" situation -- it's a full-day affair. The scale of it makes you pause. You're walking where emperors stood, looking up at arches that have survived earthquakes, wars, looting, and centuries of tourists. You realize the Colosseum is less a ruin and more a survivor. And no, Russell Crowe wasn't there. I checked. "It's brutal, it's beautiful, it's Rome distilled -- glory and gore, still standing." Bottom line: Between the restoration work, the exhibits, and the sheer atmosphere, the Colosseum isn't just a bucket-list item -- it's a bucket that overflows.
The Colosseum is Rome's original multipurpose arena, brought to you by 1st-century imperial ego and a bloodlust budget that would make Hollywood blush. Built in eight years, because apparently slave labor and divine confidence are the ultimate project management tools. It's officially called the Flavian Amphitheater, but let's be honest "Colosseum" just sounds cooler. Probably because it was built next to a colossal statue of Nero, who thought the best way to be remembered was to build a 100-foot-tall bronze version of himself. What a humble guy. Anyway, the Colosseum. It's big. It's round(ish). It's missing a few chunks thanks to earthquakes, vandals, and that one time the Catholic Church thought it'd make a great quarry. Yes, parts of your local church may literally be made from ancient death-sport arena scraps. Blessings all around. Some for you, some for me. Inside? Back in the day, it seated 50,000 people who came to watch their favorite Netflix series: Live Gladiator Fights, Season Infinity. Lions? Check. Naval battles? Yup, they flooded the place. Prisoners forced to reenact mythology with a 100% fatality rate? That's dinner and a show. Modern visitors are now obsessed with its bones, snapping selfies while ignoring the fact that this is essentially a 2,000-year-old murder dome. And yet, there's something romantic about it. Probably because nothing says "eternal city" like scaffolding and a souvenir vendor catcalling tourists in broken English including me. So yes, go see the Colosseum. Take in the grandeur. But please remember humanity's timeless thirst for spectacle and egoism.
The Colosseum in Rome is known for being the world's largest amphitheater ever built and largest one standing in the world! Built between 72-80 AD on the site of Nero's Golden Palace. It only took 8 years to build and notably no concrete was used to build the main structure. 85,000 people could fit in it! It's where everyone went to watch gladiator fights and mock sea battles. It had 24 manual operated elevators to transport animals. It has 80 entrances and underground tunnels and chambers called Hypogeum. One of the 8 wonders of the world and amazing both inside and out!! Very amazing to see the architecture and walk on the path of past victors and losers!
The colosseum is one of the wonders of the world and is a must see when in Rome. We arrived late and were questioned about it and were asked to show proof as to why. We came in the afternoon on a summer, so it was hot. We walked around and admired the feat of human engineering. Afterwards, we made our way to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (included in ticket).
We tried so hard to get tickets to the underground tour portion, including logging on at midnight for weeks on end as tickets were released. In the end, no tickets. There are long lines to enter here with and without tickets and the adjacent archaeological park. Like most attractions in Italy, there are multiple, confusing lines. You can circle the structure for free and just avoid the people selling tours.
Visiting the colosseum was my favorite part of Rome after watching shows like Gladiator and Spartacus. You really can't appreciate the size and scale until you're inside. There a ton of tourists, so try and schedule your visit early to avoid the headache. The ticket prices are reasonable and the tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. There are men dressed as roman soldiers that try to get you to talk pictures with them, but be advised they will try and charge you to take a picture with them with your own camera. As much as I hate selfie sticks it is probably a good place to have one to take pictures both inside and outside the colosseum. Also be aware of pick pockets that love to pray on unsuspecting tourists. When you are finished you can visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill which are just down down the street. When in Rome visit the Colosseum!! read more
Carrying as much stigma as glory, the Flavian Amphitheatre, or simply the Colosseum, stands mightily at the heart of Rome. Although restorations have been done over the years, how it remains standing after nearly 2,000 years is an architectural and engineering phenomenon. It is a very powerful symbol of ancient Rome's might and, sad to say, savagery. The entire structure is immense and so was the amount of bloodletting that occurred here. It bears plenty of history and we have to take the good with the bad just like everything else. There are several ways to skip the long ticket line at the entrance. We chose the 48-hour Roma Pass which we bought at the Roma Termini station as soon as we stepped off the Leonardo Express from FCO. The full version of the pass was valid for three days, but our third day in Rome fell on the monthly free museum day so we did not have the need for it. Another option was to go with a guided tour where some operators also offered access to the upper and underground sections of the amphitheater. Since it came with a hefty price tag, we decided long ago that it was way over our budget. I borrowed plenty of books from the library to get ready for our trip and the best ones that I read were those authored by Rick Steves. Furthermore, his free Audio Europe app contained excellent walkthroughs of most of the must-see sites. It has a "Chipmunks" mode where the audio can run twice as fast and this was an added timesaver. Although I listened to the audio several times before coming here, it would still not completely prepare me for the experience. After getting off the Colosseo Metro station, the sight of the Colosseum across the street was a bucket list item waiting to be crossed out. Scaffolds were prevalent on some sections of the exterior, but the view near the entrance was spared of them. The repeating pattern of arches was a delight despite the missing portions of the upper level. After going past the security check, we followed the throng entering the Colosseum until we got to what supposedly was the emperor's box where a large cross stood tall. The arena floor was gone revealing most of what was left of the hypogeum (underground level). This somehow served as the "locker rooms" for the gladiators and the animals while they waited for the gruesome events to commence. Going up another level provided a better view of these passageways. The interior walls were mostly bricks and concrete as opposed to the exterior which was made of iron-clamped travertine (a type of limestone). A portion of the arena floor is paved, but somehow it did not blend well with the rest of the ruins. Along with the nosebleed section, it is only accessible to the guided tours. Without the aid of modern-day machineries, the ancient Romans were able to erect this massive structure mainly with their brilliant techniques and organized labor. There are dark spots surrounding the spectacles that were held in this venue with all the martyrs, gladiators, and animals losing their lives here. However, it was a totally different time back then. This part of history will forever be scrutinized but will never be experienced again. read more
Even in a semi-ruin state, the Colosseum remains one of world's greatest architectural marvels even today. This is the sight in Rome that you must witness for yourself! You don't need much imagination to see how bustling this place used to be, because today instead of spectators, tourists fill this area to see this remarkable structure so to make your visit more enjoyable, here are some tips: 1) Expect a long wait especially if you do not have a ticket beforehand. You can shorten your wait if you a) reserve a ticket or a tour beforehand, b) get a Roma Pass, c) buy the ticket at the Roman Forum or the Palatine Hill because they are under one admission but have shorter wait, or d) go as soon as it opens at 8. Even with these shortcuts though, you should still expect at least a 20-30 minute wait during peak season. 2) Book your ticket via Coop, which is actually the official website, instead of outside agency that charges extra. 3) Consider getting the official 3rd ring and underground tour! For only €11 per person, you can enter to an area reserved for your tour without fighting the crowd, and explore the Colosseum in its entirety in exclusive areas like the underground corridor and the highest tier! 4) Beware of fake gladiators and other performers who offer to take photo with you outside of the Colosseum. You will be exhorted for a high sum. 5) Use the restroom (as gross as it is) right at the entrance. It's the only one in the whole area! Anyway, go inside or not, it's up to you. If you are out of time or don't want to deal with the hassle, then you don't have to enter, but you must at least walk around this iconic structure to admire and appreciate ancient Rome's architectural genius! Sure, inside you can somewhat experience what it was like to participate in an ancient Roman show and definitely awe at the impressive seating rings and the underground corridor, but in the end, perhaps the most awesome aspect of the Colosseum is its symbolic exterior. It may not be in its complete state today, but the Colosseum is the finest example of elegant decay that still stood in beauty and marvel even through the test of time and destruction. --- tl;dr version: 1) Must-see in Rome, duh 2) Expect a long wait, which can be shortened by some shortcut 3) Consider getting an underground tour for the whole Colosseum experience read more
11 years ago
It's the Colosseum! So much history and definitely a sight to see. I highly recommend purchasing tickets prior to coming here. You can buy tickets on their website. This will save you the hassle of waiting in a huge line. However, just because you bought a ticket prior to coming here doesn't mean you shouldn't still come early. Arrive as close to opening time. Sometimes the line for those who bought tickets already can be long as well. Since this was our first time here, we chose to be a part of a guided tour. There are different tour group organizers waiting around outside the colosseum. If you haven't already signed up for a guided tour, you can always find one of these tour groups that are being organized right outside the colosseum. Just make sure they are legit and don't just hand your money to anyone. If you go with a tour group, you will completely pass the long lines. So just remember, buying a ticket beforehand is a good idea. However, it doesn't necessarily mean you won't wait in a line to get in. If you get here early, the line won't be too bad. If you don't want to wait in a line at all, just join a tour group. Especially if it's your first time here, your tour guide will teach you a lot. If you're coming here in the Hot Hot Summer, it's a good idea to bring a hat, wear sunscreen, and carry a bottle of water. There are free water fountains at the Colosseum and Palatin (walking distance from Colosseum), so you can refill your water bottle with ice cold water. The water fountains in Italy are perfectly safe to drink from and the water is excellent! Keep your belongings close by. Don't carry large bills in your wallet and don't put all your cash in one spot. Enjoy the sights but be aware of your surroundings and valuables. Wear comfy shoes too, there is a lot of walking and it's not an even walkway. If you plan on visiting the Palatin and Foro di Traiano on the same visit, expect your shoes to get quite dusty. Wearing jeans, long pants, or capris is also helpful, even if it's super hot outside. I saw a lady wearing sandals and shorts fall on the uneven walkway and she scraped her knees quite badly. There is one restroom at the Colosseum and it's near the entrance. I highly suggest going before you start looking around. There is a long line for the restroom, obviously, since they only have one. There are marked signs everywhere to guide you through the Colosseum. Only one way to exit. Visit the bookstore to cool off (AC felt so nice), and to purchase any souvenirs you want. There are a few restaurants around here but they are on the pricier side. If you're looking for a quick affordable bite to eat, there is a little food spot in the metro station right in front of the Colosseum. If you took the metro to get here you probably noticed it on your way out. If you didn't, the metro station is right in front of the Colosseum. You will also see people selling souvenirs around there. The food spot is right inside the metro, right before you have to enter the ticket area. It's a stand up kinda place. There is a picture menu with their prices. Your ticket for the Colosseum also includes entrance to the Palatin and Foro di Traiano. Both are close by and there are signs outside that will point you to the right direction. read more
10 years ago
MAMMA MIA! How could I have neglected to also write a review for the Colosseum when writing my other reviews for Italy, I repeat: MAMMA MIA! Two of our group of 11 were flying back to LA at 6:30 in the morning, so we had to drive them down to Roma and drop them off the night before. By time we arrived it was already dark and a number of "touristy things" had already closed for the day, including the "Colosseo", so all we could do was look at the outside. After a few tries, I was able to capture this awesome shot with the crappy little Olympus camera I had. I am rather proud of this shot! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=qblKfvjtcjpaKc_oliAlEw#qblKfvjtcjpaKc_oliAlEw Later when we were about to drop our friends off at their hotel, in a last minute decision, my ex and I decided to crash in our friends hotel room for the night, then check out some of Roma in the daylight. This was an awesome idea too! We were able to tour the inside of the "Colosseo" as well as some other Roman ruins before taking the EuroStar train back up to Firenza (Florence) early that afternoon. What can I can about the "Colosseo" you have not already heard or read about it? Probably very little, I'm sure. I was simply in awe. For one thing, for this structure to still be standing after more than 1900 years.... Think about that people... it was built more than ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED YEARS AGO! WOW! Yes numerous people died here, but the sheer size, capacity, design and engineering that was put into this structure amazes me! It's believed the capacity was between 50,000 & 80,000 people. There were numerous hidden passageways, doors and even elevators! It's an amazing thing to behold! If you are ever in Rome, Italy... you owe it to yourself to go see it! read more
11 years ago
(Side note for all my BPB Yelpers - I saw Marqus' claim to fame on the Steve Harvey show a few days after my visit here... he isn't wrong lol). So, when in Rome you have to schedule a tour of the Colosseum, it's pretty much an unwritten law, so of course I went above and beyond and scheduled TWO tours of the Colosseum, one at night, and one in the day, so I'm pretty much the leading expert on this place now (lol). We did the night tour first, which really gives you an appreciation when you come back the next day to do the day time tour and you realize a) how much more "behind the scenes" you get to see at night and b) how awesome is it in the night tour to essentially be in here "alone" or at least not with a thousand tourists. Sadly, I think you kind of have to shell out the money and do both tours. The night is awesome for all above mentioned reasons, but you don't get the same pictures that you'd get in the day, so hence why you'll need to return. Our trip was in late September, so the end of the tourist season, and the place was busy in my mind. Our tour guide in the day did tell us that it was really uncrowded, so I can't even imagine what it's like in the height of the season, but it must be a zoo! When you think back to the history of the Colosseum and everything that took place here, not to mention how old it is, you'll have your mind blown. Truly a place worth visiting. read more
Pictures can not capture the beauty and history. Ignore all the skip the line ticket guys - they are trying to sale here, it's inexpensive and the line moves fast. Take lots of water, it gets hot. I saw a couple of women being attended to from fainting in line. This is worth seeing despite the large crowd of torrists it attracts. the ticket you buy also gets you in to the surrounding attractions. The area itself is amazing to just walk around and see all the historical columns and buildings. read more
The colosseo was just beautiful. Now it is a tourist trap around it. Street sellers are everywhere and it just seem to be consistent. We were with a tour group from trip advisor (highly suggest being a part of a fast pass group) and these individuals selling umbrellas, rain coats and anything else would constantly interrupt the tour on the outside of the colosseum. Outside of that the tour we had was very informative and it was just amazing seeing history like that. read more
7 years ago
An experience I will never forget! Seeing the Colosseum in person is nothing short of majestic! Absolutely beautiful! The lines are long but it is fully worth the wait. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because staff were not helpful or friendly. Although I absolutely loved Rome (Italy) unfortunately that was the response we received at many historical sights on our trip. Maybe it is the culture. I can't be for sure. Regardless I plan to make it back to the Colosseum again some day. read more
One of the places on my bucket list to visit in Rome is the Colosseum. There was no way I was going to miss it. We took a taxi from our hotel to the historical ruin and spent a couple of hours wandering through the ancient building. As we walked through the building, I couldn't help but think of all of the lives lost within the walls. It was surreal. I was trying to imagine what this was like when hundreds of thousands of people crammed into this place to watch human beings die for entertainment purposes. What a long way we've come.... The amazing thing about ancient structures is the fact that they're able to last a very long time. It's truly amazing that our ancestors possessed the technology and willpower to build such things. The Colosseum is one of these buildings. One of the things I learned during our visit was that there was a labyrinth under the original floor of the Colosseum, where the slaves, gladiators, and animals would be kept until their fate was decided in the arena. Of course, the original floor of the Colosseum has deteriorated over time, so the labyrinth is exposed....very cool. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=Zh-i3LaRhMs2BqjrLtDwew#Zh-i3LaRhMs2BqjrLtDwew http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=f8-jguXEN4W_JlGCh2NOQA#f8-jguXEN4W_JlGCh2NOQA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=gUT5BHDqcH_GpxMF76sxgA#gUT5BHDqcH_GpxMF76sxgA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=z5cxbCO3liEvL13LDq6RhQ#z5cxbCO3liEvL13LDq6RhQ If you're ever in Rome, you must stop by and see this wonder of the world. Return Factor - 100% read more
What's the name of the feeling you get like you have stepped into another world? No I was not Alice stepping into wonderland. But I did feel like my throat drying and I needed my hubby to pinch me to make sure I was not dreaming when I walked thru the line into the Flavian Amphitheater (Fancy word for the coliseum) This was the same famous historical landmark which I studied in all my European history classes, I spoke about it to my students in my world civilization class however their geography was so bad they didn't know what country I was referring to half the time. Before I stray away from the topic, I want to say how much in awe I was to see this amazing grand historical site of Roman engineering and genius. When is the best time to go to the Colosseo? To see and explore the site go before the crowds, go early right when it opens. You can enjoy the beauty and architecture from every angle. Take tons of pictures because its not like you can go to Italy everyday. If you visit Rome, this is a must go place even if your not into historical places. read more
TL;DR - Must visit when in Rome It is almost given that you must visit Colosseo when in Rome, and it is a given statement for a reason. Unless you care about getting a group tour in certain language, I say skip the group and just wander and explore the Colosseo by yourself with little more freedom - plenty to see. read more
Iconic, majestic, and beautiful! Definite must see while in Roma! It was definitely a privilege and a sheer sense of satisfaction to be here in Roma to see the Coliseum. Or as the local Roma people call it, Colosseo. I have seen the Coliseum in photos and reading about it in history classes throughout my high school and collegiate career, but I have yet to see it in person, at least till recently. What a majestic building and an iconic piece of Ancient Roma history! I was here on a sightseeing bus tour and got excited when I saw the first glimpses of the coliseum on the ride up. It is as massive and huge as it came. I purchased my admission ticket actually at the Palatine Hill / Roma Forum box office kiosk for 12 euros. I think I paid cash, but they probably do accept credit cards. As I entered the area, I looked at the ticket, and I was happy that I can get into the Colosseo for the same price as the Palatine Hill and Roma Foro! It was great! Be sure to do them all on your trip to Roma and you will not be disappointed. I would recommend any traveler, first time or 70th time, to come here. The colosseo is very beautiful, quite rustic, and a powerful image in its own right and prestige. To be able to fight and die here is to be legendary. A trip to Roma should include the Roma Colosseo. It's a must! Why else would you come here anyway? Am I right? I didn't mind the lines at all, as I had time all day anyway. I was glad to be here in Roma on vacation / holiday. I stood there at the Roma Colesseo with some wonderment that it was there and I just soaked it all in. What an amazing structure that had an insane and intense past. I didn't do any guided tour, but just walked around the sight with just an intense curiosity for the Colosseo and the history behind her. It's definitely an amazing sight when you go inside the Colosseo. Be mindful of the stairs you may have to climb, but you will be rewarded with fantastic views. It would be like being in a football stadium, but just so much better. I was just enriched with history and culture that may just blow your mind. I know it did for me. The Colosseo is located at Piazza de Colosseo 1 in central Roma. When you say Colosseo, the locals will point you in the right direction. There is no right or wrong way to see the Colosseo. It just makes me happy to have seen it in person. Spectacular views inside the colosseo walls but be mindful of your belongings. Since I came here by tour bus, there is probably parking on the street somewhere, but like Roma itself, it's definitely a bustling city, so just find parking wherever you can and just walk on over. I would caution you about the street vendors here. Some can be quite very aggressive, but none of them were messing with me, fortunately. On the day I was here, I didn't see any gypsies or pickpockets, which was good. Be aware of what you are doing and you'll enjoy the Colosseo! There are quite a few street vendors here, whom sell quite a wide variety of Roma souvenirs. The list was kind of extensive. I think my favorite part of the Colosseo, was seeing the underground portion of the inside, where they lifted combatants from their underground cells into the arena. Battle to the death, as they say. Even the Roma emperors would watch people die. It was that barbaric, but a sport back in those ancient days. Still, you would regret not coming here, if you were in Roma on vacation. Support local! A+++ read more
8 years ago
Colosseo is one of the most world famous place. Of course! There are tons of people everyday and line to buy a ticket is way too long and not very well organized and i saw many of tourists cut the line when they get to the ticket purchase window. Its so hard to take a picture without another people on the background. If you have plan to go make sure you go early because its very big place and take long time to walk around:) read more
7 years ago
Absolutely incredible... breathtaking lost of words jut to think back at the history, deff a must do read more
Quick note. There is always a long line. Your group tickets are best bet online and the entrance for this area is ALWAYS not busy. We were here on Easter Weekend and it was empty. The long line is where all the single ticket and security line for regular holders not in advance. The group online allows you to bypass all the lines and opportunity to reserve a guide which is great. So here you go! A. Ignore the long security line and all the individual hawkers selling easy access and how to bypass the line. B. Walk around all this toward the Metro stop entrance. C. On the right you will see groups going in and this is where Roma Pass holders and groups advanced tickets enter. Go to he ticket like to get your printed tickets instead of the email you printed. You will get in the colosseum in like 20 minutes! Enjoy! read more
7 years ago
This place has so much history behind it and is beautiful. We booked it with our tour guide Andrea kaminski with my best tour . If you don't book a tour the line to get in is crazy long about 2-3 hours depending on the day and crowd . The building it self is where the Roman emperor would held gladiator fights to entertain the people and it was free to everyone . The original building is made of travertine marble everywhere . I never seen such an amazing place with so much history . This building was built before Christ and it has been kept exactly the same . If you love history like me . I recommend this place for its beauty and the history behind it. read more
I'll keep it brief as so many others have summed this up very well. It's an obvious landmark. It's kind of one of the tourist things to see when visiting Rome. I will say that the entire grounds is swamped with people and guys selling selfie sticks. I will say that at least this "attraction" is open later than most of the others but there are cut off times for admission so check before you go. I will also say that the lines can be extremely long at peak hours and you can plan to wait 1-3 hours in line to get in. Among the "self-stick" guys there are other people interspersed trying to sell "skip-the-line" passes. I'm pretty sure about 90% of them are not actually valid, so watch yourself on that note. The other note to watch yourself on is with the huge amount of people that are gathered outside the Colosseum, the number of pickpockets increases and since there is a train station directly across the street, it's easy for them to get away on the next train. So watch your purse and don't be a typical tourist and be so focused on getting the best picture with your 2000 megapixel DSLR or whatever. Be aware of your surroundings. I won't go into so much depth about how awesome the inside is because you can see that in all the pictures but the inside is amazing and worth spending the time to navigate. Get a map and take your time as it's uneven in places. They were doing a lot of restoration on the outside of the Colosseum while we were there, so it's nice to see the money going to good use. I would also say purchase tickets in advance if you can. If you get a chance while you're in the area, go around to the side of the Colosseo that faces Via Labicana and head down to Via Labicana 95 to the Basilica di San Clemente (St. Clement Basilica) or search it on Yelp. It's a 12th century church built on top of a 5th century church built on top of Roman ruins. You can go down into the mazelike excavation area and see the remains of the remains of the 5th century frescos and paintings, the Roman ruins, a house, warehouse, and other things & it very inexpensive to go. read more
Part of history taught the world over. Figure out the ticket situation and you'll be rewarded with a great visit and walk around the Colosseum. Ticket also allows access to the Roman Forum next to the Colosseum. Buy Roma Pass and book €2 time online. read more
I can't believe I didn't write a review! Tsk Tsk! We purchased our tickets in advance, online. This was supposed to help us bypass the line (which was very long) and save some time. While we did bypass the ticketing line, the line to pick up our tickets was VERY slow. There also wasn't a lot of signage to direct people to the correct windows, so there was actually a lot of confusion and people cutting in line. Besides that, the Colosseo itself is quite amazing. We just did the self guided audio tour, which I was glad because it allowed us to move at our own pace and jump out of order if we wanted. There is no way you can visit Rome and not go to this monument. There isn't much to say that hasn't already been written in other reviews. My most important pieces of advice are: - Buy your tickets online in advance. This will save you time and likely money as well. - Wear comfortable shoes. You will do A LOT of walking. - Rent the audio tour There will be crowds. We went in the off season (February) and there were still A LOT of people there. So bring your patience. Take some deep breaths, relax and simply enjoy this beautiful site. Also - your ticket allows you to access both the Colosseo and the Foro Romano, but is good for only 48 hours. Once you use your ticket at one of the sites, you must visit the other by the next day. We ended up not being able to visit the Foro Romano because of bad weather. read more
When in Rome. It's a must see. A good idea is to either buy your tickets in advance or purchase a tour that takes you into the Coliseum to make sure you don't get stuck waiting in long lines to at the entrance. It's magnificent, definitely one for the bucket list. read more
Unbelievable that this structure continues to stand the test of time. When you think of the people throughout history that have been in this venue it is very impressive. Who doesn't love a gladiator! This is a bucket list must for all world travelers! read more
The most popular iconic symbol of Rome! It is still considered to be one of the best architectural marvels of Rome. It is in this arena that the brutal gladiator fights were held, much to the merriness of the public back then. The three levels of the Colosseum are big enough to have accommodated up to 80,000 spectators. Though it is dilapidated now due to earthquakes, the wide oval structure of the Colosseum still looks pompous. Inside the Colosseo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=6v-ZOMR9ysOUTk6X5v4ynw#6v-ZOMR9ysOUTk6X5v4ynw From Roma Termini, the Colosseum can be reached via Metro B (towards Laurentina). The metros run every so often and we got off at the second stop, Colosseo. As soon as we walked out of the Metro station, the Roman Colosseum majestically stood in front of us. It was darn crowded outside. Unlike the pictures I have seen where the structure peacefully sits on green meadows; it is actually located in a very busy and noisy street. The lines to the Colosseum are always long and it would have probably taken us more than an hour to get inside the Colosseum. Make sure you use your Roma Pass or buy tickets in advance to outflank the lines. Roman Colosseo - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=6v-ZOMR9ysOUTk6X5v4ynw#eHHq0fO3nIh7A20mUSKTDQ Only two levels are now accessible to the public and one needs to get special permission to access part of the third level. There are display boards inside one side of the Colosseum to enlighten one about its history. The things that were used by people in the ancient days are placed in display glasses. Just walking around the Colosseum, gaping at this architectural marvel took us one hour. The Arch of Constantine and the Palantine Hill can be seen from one corner of the Colosseum. Arch of Constantine - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/colosseo-roma?select=6v-ZOMR9ysOUTk6X5v4ynw#E9LSr8giAXGF4DLuP-2jKg Tips: - Use Roma Pass or buy tickets in advance - Restrooms available inside - Plan to spend 1 hour read more
11 years ago
Awesome during evening hours. Much less people around and when they light up the Colosseum looks much much better in my opinion. Not many performers during evening hours just guys selling some souvenirs and cheap toys but the vies is awesome. read more
10 years ago
This is incredible i would definitely just pay the 16 euros for the skip the line pass and head right in. Definitely an amazing view. They dont allow liquids when entering security check point and regular entrance is 12 euros. Both include entrance to palentine hill. read more
12 years ago
Really grand and truly majestic place. I mean when you think of Rome.. this is the first thing right? Pro tip--instead of waiting in the absurdly long line, just get your ticket at Palatine Hill. A 12 euro ticket will get you into Palatine, the Roman Forum, and the Colosseum so you can skip the long waits. Unfortunately I wasn't able to go inside the building which was a bummer. We came on Good Friday and despite being told that the last entrance into the place was at 3:30pm, we were turned away at 3pm which was a huge disappointment. Really wish I could have seen the place, but it was pretty grand from outside. read more
When in Italy, Vatican and Colleseum are the two major places to visit. Rome alone is a place one must visit. It was our first destination when I arrived here, and everything about Rome I was just in awe. Breathtaking architecture and its history is just beyond unbelievable to experience. I was mesmerized by its beauty and what it brought. When I first passed by this place, it nearly took my breath away. I was overwhelmed by everything that I saw. Pictures doesn't do it justice. We went around 3-4pm and it was packed and crazy hot!! I think I got a good tan just walking around here. Of course, our tour guide took care of us and surpassed the line and went right in. They have an elevator for people to take to go up and see the whole view, or stairs for those who wants to work on their fitness. It always helps to have a tour guide so you know what you're looking at and what went on in the B.C. era. Crazy to think what the gladiators had to go through. Now those are real men. Hah! ***HIGHLY RECOMMEND* read more
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