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Rome Colosseum (Amphitheatrum Flavium) history Emperor Vespasian started construction of the Colosseum in 72AD and his son Titus inaugurated it in 80AD. It had 80 entrances and seats for 50,000 spectators. The crowd could see gladiator fights, naval battles and wild animal hunts with lions, elephants and panthers. The original name was Amphitheatrum Flavium. (Flavius was the family name of Vespasianus and Titus). The arena got later the name Colosseum, likely because of its huge size. Another explanation is that a 40 meter high statue(colossus) of emperor Nero was standing next to it. location & tickets The Colosseum is next to the Palatine and the Forum. The nearest metro station is: "Colosseo". A combo ticket for Colosseum + Palatinum Museum + Roman Foro is €13,50. Seniors and youth under 18 have free admission. EU citizens between 18-24 pay €9. An ID-card is required to get discounts. When we were the Colosseum there were long queues for the ticket counters. Fortunately, we had bought a combined ticket in the Palatine which is directly opposite of the Colosseum. People with a 'Roma Pass' have a separate entrance and our tickets were also accepted. In the Palatine was hardly a waiting time.  The Colosseum, inside the stadium Rome travel: Rome hotels Termini Station Colosseum Trevi Fountain Spanish Steps |
 The Colosseum (Amphitheatrum Flavium), Rome |
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