How to best organize your Colosseum trip
Many people when they visit Rome like to go to the Colosseum as it’s the largest amphitheatre ever built, dating from 72AD. Romans take their food and wine very seriously so you will never be stuck for somewhere to enjoy a good meal, in fact at times it can be overwhelming. If you’re looking at [...]
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Looking for nice bars near the Colosseum ? Exploring Rome’s Colosseum is an amazing day out, but it’s one that involves a lot of walking, and after a few hours of marvelling at this world wonder, you might need a place to sit and relax with an ice cold drink, a hot coffee, or maybe [...]
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What about a Colosseum underground tour ? A trip to Rome is incomplete without a visit to the Colosseum, the most popular site in the city. The architectural wonder that stands majestically in the middle of Rome is aptly named after the Greek word kolossós, meaning a statute of massive proportions. Although some of the [...]
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Wondering if you can book a Colosseum night tour ? The Colosseum is impressive at any time of day, but at night, it’s somehow even more magical. When the sun sets, the huge amphitheatre is lit up from within, so it’s beautifully illuminated. But you don’t just have to admire it from nearby, you can [...]
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The Forum Boarium is an area of Rome where you can see pieces of Roman architecture still standing amidst the modern day city. The Forum is an affordable sightseeing location, and with these facts you’ll be able to plan the perfect trip. What is the Forum Boarium ? The Forum Boarium is actually Rome’s oldest [...]
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It is a common tourist question when visiting Rome the first time : where is the Colosseum located ? The Roman Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, was commissioned by Emperor Vespasian in 72 AD but was not completed until AD 80. Â The Colosseum is located east of the Roman Forum and is 188m [...]
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Since Ben-Hur movie everybody loves a good story about gladiators in Colosseum. The origin of the gladiatorial games is still a matter of debate amongst historians. Many believe the concept is descended from the Etruscan custom of making human sacrifices to celebrate the death of a nobleman. Let's check the facts and learn more about [...]
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