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City exploration game
Gladiators of Rome
4.53Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 92 min 3 km Rome App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Take on the role of a gladiator as you search the city for your former sparring partner and Rome's greatest fighter, who has gone missing!
In this game you will explore the different types of ancient Roman entertainments and where you can still see traces of the once magnificent buildings, above and below ground.
Visit some of the most famous sites in the historic centre of Rome as well as its lesser known spots, all the time learning about the ancient city, the Roman world and its gladiators!
In this game you will explore the different types of ancient Roman entertainments and where you can still see traces of the once magnificent buildings, above and below ground.
Visit some of the most famous sites in the historic centre of Rome as well as its lesser known spots, all the time learning about the ancient city, the Roman world and its gladiators!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Families with older children and ancient-history fans get a story-led hunt for a missing gladiator, starting across from the Colosseum and ending near Piazza Navona. Along the way you learn how Romans were entertained and spot traces of their great buildings, with no guided tour to keep pace with. Pick something else if you want a live guide to quiz, or if 3 km and two and a half hours on foot is too much.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Follow in the footsteps of a Roman gladiator as you search the ancient city for your friend.
Visit a mixture of famous locations as well as hidden spots.
Explore the different entertainment venues of ancient Rome.
Learn about Roman history while you play.Written and designed by a Roman archaeologist
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.53 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Rome
A · Start
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
B · Finish
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by ArchaeoItaly.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by ArchaeoItaly
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- No attractions ticket(s) required
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Do you have to pay to play this gladiator game?
Yes, this is a paid quest, and one ticket covers the whole group playing together. You do not need any attraction tickets for the route, so there is nothing else to buy before you set off from the Colosseum area.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at the intersection of Via Labicana and Via del Colosseo, across the road from the Colosseum and next to the red bus ticket booth. It finishes on a side street off Piazza Navona, under an arcade of white stone pillars beside shops and restaurants, so it does not return to the start.
How long does it take and how far do we walk?
Most players take around two and a half hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers about 3 km through the historic centre, passing stops such as the bronze statue of Julius Caesar and a fountain in a small piazza.
Do we need to book a start time?
No. You can start whenever you like, with no group to join and no guide to meet. If you need a break for food or a rest, you can pause the game and continue later from where you stopped.
Do we need tickets for the Colosseum or other sites?
No attraction tickets are required. The quest leads you around famous sites and lesser known spots in the historic centre, telling the story of ancient Roman entertainment and its gladiators as you go.
Does this recreate a real gladiator story?
Ancient Rome provides the historical setting, while the mission and game story are fictional.
Is this a guided Colosseum tour?
No. It is an app-guided outdoor city game and does not include attraction entry or a specialist guide.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN ROME
Explore Rome through roman gladiators, archaeology and ancient entertainment
Gladiators of Rome is a self-guided story walk in Rome, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Roman gladiators, archaeology and ancient entertainment.
The route starts at The intersection of Via Labicana and Via del Colosseo and finishes at On a side street in the centre of but off Piazza Navona and before the road over 3 km, with 13 challenge locations. The page specifically identifies The Colosseum along the experience. Practical fit: 3 km route; Typical duration: 92 minutes; 13 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
