The Colosseum is still a dominant fixture in the Roman cityscape. It was named one of the New Wonders of the World in 2007.

Though I took steps to avoid tourists when I visited the Colosseum, I found it was too crowded to enjoy Rome's iconic attraction.

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Rome Reborn: The Colosseum District Go back in time to visit the Colosseum and nearby sites, including the arches of Constantine and Titus, the Meta ...

I wondered. Turns out — incredibly. The Colosseum is a 2,000-year-old amphitheater in Rome that once hosted gladiatorial games. It's also one of the most popular tourist attractions in Europe.