The Circus Maximus, steeped in legend and history, is located on the outskirts of ancient Rome. The Circus Maximus is one of the most significant buildings ever built for public entertainment, measuring 640m by 140m. It was under Julius Caesar that the completed walled circus was built to host the ever-popular chariot races and gladiatorial games, which became known worldwide. The structure was damaged several times due to fire over the years and was consistently rebuilt with various alterations. The Circus was exploited until the first decades of the 6th century and ultimately was used as an agricultural area. At the beginning of the 20th century, works began to create the archaeological park, where today visitors can explore the galleries, follow ancient paving stones and visit the different rooms that once served as shops, inns and small offices.