The Colosseum (/ ˌkɒ.lə.ˈsiː.əm / KOL-ə-SEE-əm; Italian: Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo], ultimately from Ancient Greek word "kolossos" meaning a large statue or giant) is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of …

Prohibited items at the Memorial Coliseum include, but are not limited to: Each individual event has the right to set their own policy for bringing weapons/firearms into the spaces that they lease for their …

Feb 4, 2026 · What is the Colosseum? The Colosseum is an amphitheater built in Rome under the Flavian emperors of the Roman Empire. It is also called the Flavian Amphitheatre. It is an elliptical …

Take in the classic Colosseum view from the stands, overlooking the arena where gladiators once battled. Explore the underground tunnels where animals and fighters once waited before combat. …

Nov 9, 2009 · Located just east of the Roman Forum, the massive stone amphitheater known as the Colosseum was commissioned around A.D. 70-72 by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavian dynasty as …

The Colosseum or Coliseum (Latin: Colossus – “huge,” Italian: Colosseo), also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre (Latin: Amphitheatrum Flavium), is perhaps the grandest construction in the history …

Below you’ll find useful information to plan your visit, such as opening hours, transport to the Colosseum, information about security and accessibility, and more. The Colosseum and …

Entrance and ticket booking info, and other tourist information to visit Colosseum, Roman Forum and the Palatine

May 29, 2018 · The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheatre is a large ellipsoid arena built in the first century CE by the Flavian Roman emperors of Vespasian (69-79 CE), Titus (79-81 CE) and …

Jan 10, 2026 · It’s easy to imagine this cinematic scene in the Colosseum. Although it’s been almost 2,000 years since ancient Romans used it for their mass entertainment, this stadium—now a …