Enter the Arena. Feel the Roar.
Step inside the world's most iconic arena through stunning 3D-printed recreations, cinematic storytelling, and free-roaming virtual reality that places you at the heart of the action. At Colosseum: The Legendary Arena, you will walk the path of the gladiators and immerse yourself in the most powerful empire to ever exist. You aren't just watching history; you are living it. The roar of the crowd is waiting—claim your destiny and get your tickets for Colosseum: The Legendary Arena.
General Information
📅Date:
Opening May 22nd, 2026
🕑Time:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
⌛Duration:
Typical visit is 60-90 minutes
📌Location:
South Florida PBS, 3401 S. Congress Ave. Boynton BeachMAP
👤Age requirement:
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the free-roaming VR experience.
Guests aged 12 and older are welcome, with children under 18 requiring a parent or guardian present.
A seated VR experience is available and open to younger children.
However, headset use is not recommended for children under the age of 8 due to potential impacts on early visual development and headset fit.
Parents and guardians are responsible for determining what is appropriate for their child.
🚘Parking:
Parking is free at the South Florida PBS Studios
🎟️Tickets:
Adult - $35
Seniors/Students/Military/First Responders - $30
Group General Admission: $28 (Minimum: 10)
Group Senior/Military/First Responders: $25 (Minimum: 10)
South Florida PBS believes that everyone should have access to the arts.
If you are experiencing financial hardship and would like to attend, please send an email and arrangements will be made to accommodate you.
Tickets are subject to availability and requests will be considered on a case by case basis as capacity allows. Limit 2 tickets.
✉️Contact for Boynton Beach Experience:
Phone:561-274-8309
Email: sfpbsimmersive@southfloridapbs.org
What to Expect on Your Journey
Arrival & Check-in | Sign your digital waiver, strike a pose at our themed photo corner, and get your first taste of gladiator life. Staff introduce what it truly takes to enter the arena.
The Immersive Dome | Step inside our 360° dome for a cinematic plunge into Ancient Rome, the rise of the Colosseum, the culture of the gladiators, and the roar of 50,000 spectators.
Museum Gallery Walk | Explore our museum-style gallery featuring curated historical information, 3D-printed artifacts, and in- depth panels on the Colosseum, gladiatorial combat, and daily Roman life.
VR Briefing & Gear-up |A quick safety overview, then our staff fit your headset, adjust straps, and calibrate tracking — everything handled for you. You just prepare for battle.
Enter the VR Experience | Immerse yourself in the full virtual reality experience. Feel the sand beneath your feet and the crowd around you as you step into the Colosseum at its height.
Exit & Reflect | Journey out through a reflective gallery exploring the enduring impact of Ancient Rome, gladiators, and the Colosseum on present-day law, architecture, sport, and culture.
What is Free-Roam VR?
COLOSSEUM: THE LEGENDARY ARENA is a standing, free-roam VR experience. Free-roam VR is an amazing experience in which attendees can physically walk and interact within an area designated by our team. You get to move around this space freely, interacting with your surroundings, creating a convincing sense of a new worlds. Because of the free-roam technology, attendees can see each other through the headset, allowing them to interact with the experience and other attendees just by walking around.
Limited seating is available. Mobility issues? Please read our FAQs for more information.
*Please be advised: Experience is not recommended for people with a heart condition or epilepsy.
Large bags/personal items are not allowed in the Free-Roam VR space. We recommend small cross-body bags or waist belt packs.
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