Colosseum

The Colosseum was the largest and most impressive building of its time. Completed in AD 80, it was the centrepiece of the Roman Empire, a symbol of power and dominance. Over the next 800 years, thousands of prisoners of war, criminals, Christians and gladiators lost their lives in violent and bloody combat, to amuse and entertain the Roman crowds.

Today it is one of modern Rome’s most popular tourist attractions, there to sample the atmosphere and history of what has long been seen as the iconic symbol of Imperial Rome.

The Colosseum Exhibition lets you find out how the Romans built the Colosseum and why it was so important. Discover the truth about the lives of the gladiators - stars of the bloodthirsty contests that took place within its walls...

Special features

• 3.6m x 2.8m scale model of the Colosseum, as featured in the BBC special "Colosseum"
• Five replica gladiators:
  • Samnite
  • Retarius
  • Secutor
  • Murmillo
  • Hoplomachus
• Two specially commissioned mosaics demonstrating gladiatorial combat
• New interactives, including:
  • Exploring the Colosseum
  • Build a Roman arch
  • Drag and drop mosaic puzzle
  • Design a gladiator
  • Timeline of Rome

Size of exhibition

The exhibition normally occupies approximately 200 sqm. However, since it has been constructed on a modular basis, there is a considerable degree of flexibility and the exhibition can be tailored to the space available (minimum 100 sqm).

Availability

Not available for bookings this year.

Additional Information