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
Colosseum & Roman Forum small-group tour with a local guide
Book now for an unforgettable small-group experience to discover the Colosseum and Roman Forum with and a local expert guide!
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Colosseum & arena floor private tour with local expert guide
Don't miss the chance to enjoy a private tour with access to the Colosseum's arena floor by the Gladiator's entrance.
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Visit all the best sites in Rome with a single pass, skip long queues and get easy access to Rome's major sights.
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Discover the beauty of Rome in just 72 hours with the Rome Pass card. Take advantage of special reductions and discounts in Italy's stunning capital.
Colosseum & Roman Forum small-group tour with a local guide
Book now for an unforgettable small-group experience to discover the Colosseum and Roman Forum with and a local expert guide!
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Colosseum & arena floor private tour with local expert guide
Don't miss the chance to enjoy a private tour with access to the Colosseum's arena floor by the Gladiator's entrance.
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Visit all the best sites in Rome with a single pass, skip long queues and get easy access to Rome's major sights.
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Discover the beauty of Rome in just 72 hours with the Rome Pass card. Take advantage of special reductions and discounts in Italy's stunning capital.
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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Guided tour of Colosseum Gladiator's Gate and Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
See the Colosseum through the gladiator's gate and visit the Arena floor. Enjoy a tour of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with your expert local guide.
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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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Colosseum Arena, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Tour
Book this 3-hour tour to discover the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guide.
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Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Experience with City Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in the amazing heritage of the Colosseum and you explore the area at your own personal pace.
The secret life of Romans exploration game and tour
Book a self-guided tour of ancient Rome and discover the secret life of Romans. Play a city game where you will learn about Roman history and visit some hidden gems of the eternal city.
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Vatican, Colosseum, Roman Forum, St. Peter's Basilica with Public Transport
Visit the most popular attractions in Rome and enjoy unlimited access to all public transport.
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Restricted areas tour of Gladiator's Arena and Roman Forum
Dive in ancient history with an expert, English-speaking guide who will help you relive the glory days of one of the most important complexes in history!
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“On the whole it was good, however the guide was very hard to understand so was hard to follow everything he was saying.”
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