Rome Day 3: Into the Heart of Ancient Rome
by momozzang
Jul 31, 2025
[Colosseum | Rome] "The world's largest amphitheater, where you can experience the glory of ancient Rome"
— Completed in 80 AD, the Colosseum, a World Heritage Site, was an ancient Roman arena that could accommodate over 50,000 people.
Gladiator battles and wild animal fights were held here, and their power can still be felt today.
Not only is the exterior beautiful, but the interior is also impressive!
⸻
📍 [Access Information]
・Address: Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
・Right next to Colosseo Station on the Subway Line B
・Adjacent to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
🕰 [Hours]
・Daily from 9:00 AM (Closing hours vary seasonally, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM)
・Closed on January 1st and December 25th
・Ticket reservations are recommended in advance!
🎟️ [Ticket Information]
- Basic admission: Approximately 18 Euros (includes admission to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill)
- A tour with a tour of the underground and arena is also popular (reservations required)
- Advance reservations are recommended via the official website or a trusted booking site
⸻
✨ Recommended Points
• The exterior alone is impressive. Its appearance changes from morning to evening.
• The interior, including the remains of the auditorium, underground structure, and arena, is awe-inspiring.
• Combined with Palatine Hill, you can experience Rome's ancient history all at once.
• Plenty of photo spots! There are plenty of photo opportunities both inside and outside 📸
⸻
🎒 Tips
• Timed entry is required → Be sure to arrive a little before your reservation time.
• There's little shade, so bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water 🔥
• The tour that includes the underground and arena tours is especially satisfying → If you're interested, be sure to add it.
• The ticket counter gets busy, so we recommend taking a screenshot of your ticket on your smartphone 📱
⸻
#Colosseum #RomeTour #WorldHeritage #Italy
#AbsolutelyFreeTrip
Post by Mitany367 | Jul 30, 2025























