With Airbnb, you can book 'Gladiator' battles at Rome's Colosseum
What's the story
Airbnb is going to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the legendary Colosseum in Rome. The event, taking place on May 7 and May 8, 2025, will be held to commemorate Ridley Scott's film Gladiator II. Guests will get to relive Ancient Roman Gladiator-like battles. Each session will host up to 16 people, including guests and their plus-ones.
Event details
'Gladiator II' character to welcome participants at Colosseum
The event will start after sunset with a tour of the Colosseum's underground chambers, hosted by Paul Mescal, who plays Lucius in Gladiator II. Guests will enjoy a Roman feast with pomegranates and walnuts. After the meal, participants will wear historically accurate Gladiator armor for the battles. A Roman referee called a Summa Rudis will supervise these contests.
Extraordinary experiences
Airbnb's Icons project brings imaginary worlds to life
The Colosseum event is part of Airbnb's Icons project, which has previously featured stays in Prince's Purple Rain house and Paris's Musee d'Orsay. Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, mentioned that Icons offer an opportunity to explore worlds that were once confined to imagination. He highlighted the company's dedication to bringing magic into the real world through extraordinary experiences. The initiative also plays into Airbnb's heritage tourism efforts in Europe.
Heritage tourism
Airbnb funds Colosseum restoration, opens registration for event
As part of Airbnb's heritage tourism initiative in Europe, the company will also fund restoration efforts at the Colosseum. This project is in line with the company's commitment to preserve and promote historical sites. Interested guests can register for the unique Gladiator experience starting November 27 on airbnb.com/gladiatormovie till December 9. The event is free of charge, furthering Airbnb's mission to make extraordinary experiences accessible to all.
Other experiences
Airbnb's Icons category: Immersive experiences like the 'Gladiator' and more
The Gladiator experience is the latest addition to Airbnb's new Icons category, offering immersive, entertainment-focused experiences. Other unique stays include the X-Men 97 mansion, the Up balloon house, Riley's Headquarters from Inside Out 2, Prince's Purple Rain house, and more. Many of these experiences, including the Gladiator one, are overnight stays for an unforgettable, themed adventure.