This is not any old arch, it is a triple arch! It is the biggest and baddest ... it is the largest triumphal arch (circa 315). Constantine I defeated Emperor Maxentius. This is his declaration. However, the arch is a cut-and-chop work, taking pieces and removing heads, superimposing Constantine's in place of whomever ... the price paid is that the... More 

The Arch of Constantine is amid the Roman Forum area, and is right next to the Colosseum. It was the largest and most impressive of the three arches that I viewed in Rome. The other two are nearby: Arch of Titus and Arch of Settimio Severo. The structure of Constantine and Settimio Severo are similar: a large central arch and... More 

This archway is pretty impressive. Up close you can see all the detailed carvings and decorations. This is also a great meeting point to join up with friends before exploring the rest of the area.

After seeing the colosseum, we walked passed the arch to get to the Roman Forum.  It was very impressive.  The carvings and reliefs were breathtaking and the sheer size of it, even after seeing the colosseum, was still amazing.   Our big complaint was being approached and almost swindled into paying 10 euros for a piece of string.  These two... More 

You do not have to go out of your way to see this, as it's next to the Colosseum. Take time to look at the beautiful sculptured arch, and transport yourself back in time. It is huge, and was dedicated to Constantine's many victories.

Right nest to the Coliseum. Beautifully sculptured arch next to the walk to the entrance to th Forum and Palantine hill. Free to observe and impressive.

The Arco di Costantino or Arch of Constantine is located between the Colosseum and Via Sacra/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum, so is worth taking a close look when visiting the area. This is the largest roman triumphal arch and was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate emperor Constantine I's victory over Maxentius in 315 AD. Much of the decoration on the... More 

No need to make a special trip to see this beautiful arch as it is right next to the Colosseum. A great site and nicely detailed, it is hard to miss and shouldn't be either. Just take a moment to appreciate it while you're there.