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My husband was able to score tickets for the summer night tour of the Colosseum. It was perfect. I can't imagine being able to enjoy it during the day in this heat wave. It was so cool to be able to go underground and be so close to ancient history.
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.
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!
Last time I was here was 12 years ago- so much history! The view at night is gorgeous . Make sure to visit the gladiator arena
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!
It was a good visit to the Colosseo. Overall it was quick and easy to access and easy to follow. I recommend coming by while in Rome. There's different levels of the Colosseo and you can get different views of it. Overall great stop!
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 the most incredible thing I've ever seen on this planet. Nothing prepares you for standing in front of it in real life. The scale, the power, the history, everything about it is absolutely breathtaking. You can feel the history the moment you step inside. Knowing what happened there centuries ago gives you literal shivers. It's emotional, intense, and awe-inspiring all at once. Every stone tells a story, and it makes you feel so small in the best way possible. This is not just a landmark, it's an experience that stays with you forever. If you come to Rome and don't see the Colosseum, you missed everything. Rating: 10/10 -- unforgettable, unreal, legendary
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).
This was a must-see place if you're visiting Rome. The Colosseo was huge and definitely wasn't what I was expecting. It was cool to finally see this landmark after seeing it from my friends' pictures from years ago. We didn't book any tour but instead took a bunch of pictures from the outside like everybody around was doing. It was crowded with tourists so you'll just have to accept that you'll have a bunch of tourists in your pictures. The line to actually enter was pretty long so I would suggest getting the skip the line tours if you decide to tour. We saw those tours online but decided not to buy it. It was a pretty warm day so bring sunglasses and wear some sunblock if you want. Definitely check this place out if you're visiting Rome! read more
7 years ago
Are you not entertained! My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius... And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next. YELP 1500! After watching Gladiator in 2000, I told myself, one day I will see the Colosseum in person! Some tips prior to visiting, - Assuming you booked your trip ahead, prebuy your ticket online for the day you plan to visit. Buy the ticket that includes Palatine Hill and the Roman Forums. It is only 12 euros plus a processing fee of 1.50 euros. The queue line to buy tickets was super long, even at opening. With the prebuy ticket, you just line up to enter and security, then you are in! - Go early, the Colosseum is a lot less crowded. Allows you to take awesome pictures without a million people photo bombing. - Wear sunscreen, very little shade! - See the Colosseum first before visiting Palatine Hill and the Roman Forums, you would spend the most time here and the crowds are a lot less at the other two sites. For 12 euros, you would be a fool to not visit here when in Rome! The building itself does not look big from the outside, but when inside it is pretty massive. At almost 2000 years old, I am just amazed how it is still standing strong and tall. The architecture is pretty simple, round building, arches that go around at all levels. Looking down at the floor and seeing the bottom level mazes and picturing the gladiators fighting to the bloody end. Touching the walls and feeling the rumble of the packed arena. Imagining the deafening sound of the roars from the crowd. Ah how amazing it would have been able to see this during Rome's glory days. Hands down my favorite site I saw during my Europe trip! It was everything I expect and more. I had chills seeing it from afar and the entire time I was there. read more
9 years ago
You've all seen the pictures, you've all dreamt about coming here, well being here to take it all in should be on everyone's bucket list. First I would like to recommend to all tourists to get the 'Roma pass'. It saves you time and money on the entrance. With the Roma pass you are able to walk right in and avoid the huge lines, it gives you access to the whole stadium! The collesium itself is just amazing, it makes you wonder and feel what actually went on thousands of years ago. Only downside of it is that they are restoring most parts of it as it's starting to crumble. A few construction machines on parts of the museum were closed . As always this is a must see when in Rome. read more
8 years ago
What can really be said that hasn't already been said? The coliseum is magnificent and something you really need to behold with your own eyes. Buy the tickets to enter it, it's very cool inside. That same ticket will get you entry into The Roman forum and palatine hill as well, and it's good for 2 consecutive days. read more
Being a history fanatic and Gladiator being one of my favorite movies, this was my first stop while in Rome! DO NOT , I REPEAT DO NOT COME ON A SUNDAY! The museums at the Vatican are closed on Sunday's so everybody and they Momma's are HERE and everywhere else throughout ROME ! The rule of thumb for all the attractions and museums throughout Rome is come earlier the better. I ended up getting the Roma Pass (free / shorter line for entrances to 2 of the listed attractions / museums in Rome AND free train / bus service on a certain line for like $40). I got in a special entrance labeled ROMA PASS and got to skip everyone else in line . Once inside , you go through security and they scan your Roma Pass. Then it's open for you to go wherever you want. It gets busy . I walked all over taking photos and admiring the old architecture . Depending on the time of day, the lighting from the sun isn't good for photos. Truly an amazing piece of history seeing it up close. From what I heard from one of the guides, much of it inside is replica but it's still a cool experience . read more
7 years ago
Too large to see it all. I did a quick walk around, searching for the perfect spot to take a photo. The wait and line to get inside were long. read more
When I planned my trip to Italy, the Colosseo was a must! Anyone who visits Italy should not miss out on visiting such a monumental building. I was a zombie arriving in Rome. Jet lagged, I still had a few hours to spare before nighttime hits, and I was desperate to see the Colosseum. I took a subway from my hostel to stop at Colosseo station. After walking the few anticipating steps up the stairs, I was immediately greeted by the historical monument smash in front of me. My first thought: It feels like I'm in a postcard! It does not even look real! The building I once only saw in photos and movies are now in front of my very eyes. I had to soak in the enormity of it all. It was surreal the first few seconds upon first sight. I sat there, took several photos (some selfies), and just stared at it. That is all you need! The next day, I booked a ticket to to see inside the building, to get an official tour. I received a tip that if you want to avoid all the lines, you can also see the Palatine Hill or the Roman Forum first. The tickets work for all three. Insider tip: Since most tourists want to visit the Colosseum first, they tend to wait in line for tickets far longer than the line to Palatine or Forum. After seeing those, all you got to do is wait in line to security at Colosseum. Enjoy the time you are there, take a lot of photos, and just be aware there are a ridiculous number of tourists you'd have to fight to get a good shot. I visited in April, which is prime-time for Italy, so maybe another month wouldn't be so bad. read more
7 years ago
I absolutely loved going to the colosseum! It was entertaining, educational, and mind blowing with the ingenuity for such an early time period. I can't even imagine what it would have been like if they had access to Youtube. read more
4 years ago
8 years ago
This place is usually packed all the time. I've never seen it without a bunch of people in groups. I strongly suggest waking up early and going around the morning, before 12pm. I noticed it rains usually in the afternoon and rains a lot more in the evening. Wear comfortable shoes, you're gonna be walking up a flight of "stone steps". Don't bother getting the audio guide device. Waste of money. Unless you're a student or you're there to do research. If you want to go closer to the middle, get with a tour. Without a tour you cannot go in the middle. Will post more pics for reference. Shops inside. Love it. Pricey jewelry, souvenir stuff. read more
9 years ago
If you have seen the movie Gladiator, then this is one place you must visit on your trip to Rome. But then again, even if you haven't seen the movie, still check it out!!! It's hard to believe that this monument of a gladiatorial arena is 2000 years old, built to stand the test of time. You will just be in awe of it's size and what it represented back in the time when the Roman Emperors ruled the land. My only advice is to go on the guided tours - don't just do it yourself. You get much more of the sense of history & what it stood for from a guided tour. I don't usually like tours as I like to see things at my own pace (generally faster than most), however you get a real insight into the times around the building of this arena. Well worth a visit on your trip to Rome. read more
8 years ago
I loved the coliseum, it's such a must if you're in Rome! The queue was not to long (we had preordered tickets) and security was fast! Really nice staff who were very helpful when my grandma needed an elevator! Very nice shops.. read more
7 years ago
The place was in *ruins*. Stadium seemed like it hadn't been used in years. So old none of the seats even remained, had to stand. read more
7 years ago
Visited Collaseo last week. One huge bucket list item! I felt a mandatory need to write a review because I was personally struggling to plan my trip here in advance before we got there. Hence, I wanted to break it down for future travelers. It feels like there isnt a single straightforward website that provides you with clear details for tourists. There are thousands of tour sites that sells the ticket with unnecessary upcharge. First off, I didn't want to pay an arm or a leg for the tours. Secondly, it all looked like a scam. So I put it off until the day of and took the risk. My husband and I got to the site an hour before the ticket counters were open. Tip: Save some money and take train to Collaseo station. It is literally across the station as you walk out. We got there and saw a handful of tourist just like us early birds were starting to pop up. There was NO clear information on where to form a line to buy tickets. Collaseo is right across the entrance to Forum so it confused the tourist big time. We were scrambling to figure out the right lane to be in line for. I would have asked around 8 staffs who I spotted walking in to work to confirm and finally figured it out. You'd see barricades in front of Collaseuo, you need to be on the right most line (closest or next to staff entry) to purchase tickets. Both cash and cards are accepted. Keep in mind, it's not easy to get the correct info when you don't speak Italian and they dinne speak fluent English. At 8:30 am, the lines promptly opened and we paid 12 euros each to get in. The cheapest I've found compared to online offerings. I only needed the general admission nothing more. So this worked for me. You won't be sold Arena access, it has to be done part of a tour group. This costs around 60 euros depending on which site you were looking. There are also tour guides on site if you're interested. Also, tour guides may mislead you with time taken to be in line for tickets and etc., leave that aside. If you get there promptly at 8:30 am, you should be in within 10 minutes. Though arena access was in my interest, I was glad with what I did because there was a similar access area on the arena level which is open to public. Might not be as open for picture opportunity but worked for us. Get there as early you can to avoid crowd when you're inside. Gives a better feeling to it just my opinion. Overall, it was a beautiful monument, would have helped if we had the right information from the beginning. read more
5 years ago
This was the COOLEST experience ever! There is so much HISTORY that goes into touring the Colosseum. I would recommend to have a picture of your vaccine card (if you are vaccinated) and also your passport or other form of idea for going through security when walking in. Get yourself a TOUR GUIDE! You can find a TON of people advertising Tours outside the Colosseum. WATCH OUT because there are a lot of people gathering in that area and a higher chance of pick pocketers, so keep your bag in front of you. Also the tours guides will only accept Euro cash, their is an ATM in the front of the Colosseum. The guides will vary in quality, and by that i mean you Dont really know who your tour guide is until they hand out your headpiece to listen to the tour and count the amount per group. Pack water in your purse, it is very hot. At least when I went. Overall everything was very informative and I will remember this experience forever. This is a MUST SEE if you are ever in Rome, Italy! read more
4 years ago
I visited the Colosseum many years ago and don't remember it being this ridiculous to get in. We decided to check it out after Easter Mass thinking it would be a light day. WRONG!!! After paying for an English speaking guide, we were placed in a group of 35 people. Our guide was feisty and had no filter. We were in a skip the line group, yet waited 35 minutes before being let into the site. Our guide was informative but definitely opinionated and a touch racist (telling a group of Indian tourists that the Indians always take up the prime photo spots). Anyways it's a marvel to see so definitely worth it but next time would wait and use the audio guide instead. Also beware of the peddlers--selfie sticks (which are annoying!!), water, little glass trinkets and purses and hats. I get they need to make a living but honestly they are TOO pushy and ruin the experience. read more
4 years ago
Incredible experience with the audiovisual guide in your own language. Totally worth living it. read more
7 years ago
7 years ago
We did a guided tour of the Coliseum today, which we were originally reluctant to do since we'd preferred exploring at our own pace. Would definitely recommend the tours through them! Each person has headphones and a radio set that allows them to listen to what the tour guide is saying regardless of how noisy the area is or how close they are to the guide. The tour lasted about 40 minutes which was perfect -- it was very informative. read more
4 years ago
Went on a guided tour with City Wonders! Absolutely stunning, and great places for shade, sitting, and pictures on the inside. read more
4 years ago
Simply amazing! Only viewed from the outside but wow, I can't believe a structure this large and this old is still standing, I feel fortunate to have seen it. only seeing it in video games and movies was cool but in person created an all new appreciation for how much work went into this, and so long ago. Very impressive, very amazing, make this a top hit if you're visiting Rome. read more
7 years ago
8 years ago
Wow! The sight of the Colosseum as we emerged from the tunnel in our taxi was just magnificent. Seeing this monument up-close it's even more spectacular and amazing in real life and you can touch some of the stones and walk (in certain sections) on the same marble flooring as the Romans! When we visited in December 2018, this place also was doubling as an active archeological dig for the lower levels, so a lot of scaffolding and tarps, being uncovered underneath the arena. Btw we found out that arena is the ancient word for sand and it was an a-ha moment there and lesson of the day for word etymology! Some other things I learnt- - Roman society was very class driven - the senators were close to the action and had marble seats in which their names were engraved. And if you were a woman, you also didn't get good seats, unless you were a vestal virgin or the empress, as only then did u get good seats near the emperor - the longer the name, the more higher up in class you were, and the museum on the 2nd floor displays some names of the Romans found - the gate for the emperor had no number, but it's the one where there is a cross - the idea of Christian martyrdom at the Colosseum is incorrect, only a small nos were killed here - the festivities started at around 10am with a parade of the animals, then executions at noon and the gladiators would only come ot for a couple of hours in the early afternoon - it was expensive to do this, so this whole day spectacle would only occur less than 10 times a year, and only during the winter months (Oct to March) - how you were executed was also dependent on class, so a citizen of Roman who committed treachery against the city-state was behead (and the museum on the 2nd floor has a marble frieze depicting this moment) whereas if you were a thief or slave, you got thrown in with the animals - You can still see some Roman gate numbers carved above the posts - Cross the street towards the Hop-on Hop-off bus kiosk and behind it, the archaeology remains of the gladiators quarters are still (mostly) standing - there was a tunnel leading from this area to the Colosseum, so very similar to modern stadium design! Oh also it's absolutely worth it spending some extra €€ and getting a guided tour - our tour group had some folks who got just the skip the line and then were left to their own mercies while inside, while just a small group got the tour, so read VERY carefully what the tour you are signing for gives you! There's also a new tour for the upper stories, but that's booked out till March as they only allow a limited group at certain times of the day! BTW, our guide, Alessandro, was most indignant about the movie Gladiator and it's ending! One of the first things he said was that the Emperor wasn't killed by a Gladiator in the Colosseum and that Emperor was strangled in his bath by one of his slaves, so was interesting to find that out during this tour. Great visit! Yelp 268/ 2018 read more
4 years ago
8 years ago
The Colosseo is truly amazing to see in person. From the outside, you can see it from blocks away (the majority of the area surrounding it is also Roman ruins). Once inside, seeing the layers and levels puts into perspective how well thought out the Colosseo was for the games. Tip: Definitely pay a little extra for skip the line tickets with a tour. Without the tour, it would not have been nearly as interesting. read more
9 years ago
The Colosseo is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. If you're a fan of history or the movie 'Gladiator', you should definitely visit the Colosseo if you're in Rome. Because it is so popular with tourists, the line to get in can get very long. If you go, buy your tickets in advance. That's what our tour group did and we were able to get in without waiting a long time. There are many excellent photo opportunities inside and outside the Colosseo. Imo, the best place to take a photo is on the second level. 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
4 years ago
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
4 years ago
It's big and beautiful. I really enjoyed the tour I was on too. It's great to understand the history of such an amazing landmark read more
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
Best advice I can give: take a deep breathe, and soak this entire experience in without thinking about any troubles in your life. The coliseum was built in simpler times and still remains a magnificent wonder in the world with its history. Next tip: buy your tickets ahead of time!!! We used Viator (website) to pre pay and have a time selected for our tour months prior to avoid wait times and wasting time when there was so much more to see in this historical city!!! You get goosebumps walking into this beauty. One of the items on my bucket list checked read more
I was headed to Rome and I knew that I needed to go to the Colosseum, just had to! How could you not go? Many of fights and celebrations had happened here. This is where the Gladiators walked! Just had to see it! On my 1st hour in Rome I took a fast little tour by bus I wanted to get the feel of the town, I wasn't even that far from my hotel turned a corner and went up the street and holy crap there was the Colosseum, just in the middle of all these buildings, its just mind blowing to me that history lives and breathes next to the modern world. But I had my ticket to tour it for the next day, so I just went by and didn't stop this time. I purchased the tour ticket for the Colosseum while in Venice, and I purchased the skip the line ticket, which worked well for us at the Louvre so we thought it would be the same at the Colosseum, for 17 euros we were able to access to the Colosseum and Forum while skipping the line. So the day came and off to the Colosseum we went and we learned quickly that even though we had a skip the line ticket, we still had to stand in line haha, we waited about 35 minutes to get up to the glass window to get our tickets and then found out that we had a set time to enter the Colosseum, got there about 11am and our entrance into the Colosseum wasn't until 2:30pm, but able to enter the forum whenever so we wondered over there. After waiting for our time, we got into another line, for reservations to get into the Colosseum, passed through the metal detectors and made our way in. Even with being surrounded by all the people in line, once inside, everyone is just sort of spaced out, unless you are by a great view spot, then you might have to wait a few minutes for your turn to take a picture. They also have an lift, if you are unable to walk up the stairs to get you to the 2nd floor. It's just amazing, thousands of battles had be fought there, lots of blood shed there, was told that the sand that was on the bottle of the ground was red sand to blend in with the blood of the men and animals. So much torture there and we now can walk though and just marvel at its wonder. Next time I will have to do an audio tour to learn more but happy to had the chance to see the Colosseum. read more
It's insane to think about how OLD this structure is... However, I couldn't capture the feel and the essence because this place is a ZOO!!!!!!! It's packed so tightly with tourists that I really couldn't appreciate what I was taking in to the max! :( I suggest you invest in a FRONT OF THE LINE pass, plus tour, or else you will be waiting in line for about 3 hours! read more
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