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.

Guests who enter Rome's historic arena will dress in gladiator armor and "face off against your fellow warriors."

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.

In anticipation of Ridley Scott's long-awaited sequel to 'Gladiator,' Airbnb is hosting a limited experience where guests become "warriors" and train in the "art of gladiator combat," PEOPLE can exclusively announce.

Immerse yourself in a gladiatorial evening at Rome's Colosseum with Airbnb's Icons series, inspired by Gladiator film series.

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,