Things to do in Roman Forum
The Roman Forum is located in the ancient heart of Rome between the Palatine and Capitoline Hills covering 820 by 560 feet. In its heyday, the legendary Roman Forum was a thriving hub of social, political and religious activity. Hosting everything from elections to criminal trials and gladiator matches, it’s now a sprawling complex of ruins that makes for a remarkable stroll into the past.
Originally marshland that was drained in the 7th century BC thanks to an impressive engineering feat of the time, after the fall of the Roman Empire the area returned to disuse. Plundered for its stone and marble and then largely forgotten, it was not until the 18th century that excavations began, the likes of which are still ongoing.
Of the enormous grounds be sure not to miss the 75 foot-high Arco di Settimio Severo, the Curia (seat of the senate), the triumphant Arco de Tito, and the few remaining granite columns of the Tempio di Saturno. You will notice that the different architecturual pieces come from different centuries due to the Romans practice of building over earlier ruins. A walk down Via Sacra, the main thoroughfare that once linked the Piazza del Campidoglio with the Colosseum, will also give you a chance to imagine the complex in all its former glory.
Our recommendations in Roman Forum
Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and Roman Domus Guided Tour
Enjoy a 2-hour tour of Ancient Rome, with entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Enter the Roman Houses of the Celio and immerse in centuries of history.
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Rome Hop-on Hop-off and Roman Forum Tour from Civitavecchia
Book your Civitavecchia to Rome day tour with transfer, skip-the-line Roman Forum access, Colosseum views, and a Hop-On Hop-Off bus ticket
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Full-Day Combined Tour of Vatican City and Ancient Rome
Discover Rome's iconic treasures with a combined tour of the Vatican City and ancient Rome. Marvel at art, history, and culture in the Eternal City.
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Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Small Group Tour
Explore the iconic Colosseum and its Arena, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guide. Enjoy total immersion in ancient Roman culture.
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Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and Roman Domus Guided Tour
Enjoy a 2-hour tour of Ancient Rome, with entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Enter the Roman Houses of the Celio and immerse in centuries of history.
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Rome Hop-on Hop-off and Roman Forum Tour from Civitavecchia
Book your Civitavecchia to Rome day tour with transfer, skip-the-line Roman Forum access, Colosseum views, and a Hop-On Hop-Off bus ticket
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Full-Day Combined Tour of Vatican City and Ancient Rome
Discover Rome's iconic treasures with a combined tour of the Vatican City and ancient Rome. Marvel at art, history, and culture in the Eternal City.
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Colosseum with Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Small Group Tour
Explore the iconic Colosseum and its Arena, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guide. Enjoy total immersion in ancient Roman culture.
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Colosseum and Circus Maximus Experience with Multimedia Video
Uncover the Roman Empire on this tour with multimedia video. Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace and admire the Circus Maximus.
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Palatine Hill Roman Forum Experience and Multimedia Video
Uncover the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and enjoy a multimedia video about Ancient Rome with this ticket. Access the Palatine Museums, House of Augustus and much more.
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Maxi Combo: Colosseum, Vatican Museums and 48h hop-on hop-off bus
Discover the city of Rome and its history, hop on and off the bus whenever you want, and access the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum.
Roman Forums a self-guided audio walking tour
Admire the Arch of Severus, explore the Temple of Romulus and visit the Julia Basilica.
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Rome immersive self-guided audio walking tour package
Learn about the lives of the great Roman emperors, taste the best Italian food in the capital and stroll along the Colosseum and the Roman Forums.
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Colosseum semi-private tour with Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Discover the majesty of the Colosseum from the outside. Explore the Palatine Hill with its ancient palaces' ruins and admire the Roman Forum.
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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine tour with Vatican Museums upgrade
Visit the Vatican and the Colosseum in this day tour of Rome. Discover the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, as well as the Roman forum.
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Roman Forum self-guided audio tour
Get the chance to discover the Roman Forum on a hassle-free tour and to find out plenty of interesting facts and curiosities from your smartphone audio guide!
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