Clash swords in Rome’s Colosseum with Airbnb’s new live Gladiator experience - Italy’s iconic amphitheatre will be open to the public at night for the first time ever

For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, the Colosseum returns to its original purpose as a venue for performances.

Airbnb is opening the doors to Rome's historic Colosseum for up to 16 guests for an unforgettable experience as part of their new Icons category.

Airbnb/Daniele Castellaro While Airbnbs are usually synonymous with cozy getaways, a new Icons experience from the homeshare company will let guests follow in the footsteps of the legendary Roman gladiators.

kind of. It's not available for an overnight stay, but guests can request a three-hour private experience at the Colosseum that will take place on May 7 and May 8 for up to 16 guests per day. Booking requests can be made at Airbnb.com beginning Nov. 27 ...

Airbnb announced a collaboration for a special experience inside the Roman Colosseum with Paramount Pictures ahead of the release of "Gladiator II."

Ever wonder what it was like to be a gladiator? Airbnb is about to make that a possibility. In anticipation of Gladiator II (out Nov. 22), the long-awaited sequel to Ridley Scott's Academy Award-winning 2000 blockbuster Gladiator,