The Roman Forum is the oldest archaeological site in the city of Rome. And every year this historic site is visited by over five million tourists, but is the Roman Forum in Rome worth a visit? In this blog we are going to tell you all about it.
What is the Forum Romanum?
The Forum Romanum in Rome is located between the Capitol and the Colosseum. And during the period of ancient Rome, important events such as religious ceremonies, military festivities, weddings and political speeches took place here, but after the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 395, however, the Forum became largely abandoned. It was not until the 20th century that archaeological excavations were conducted to bring the numerous structures such as temples, shrines and other buildings back into prominence.
What must you have seen in the Forum Romanum?
Whether you love history or not, a visit to the Forum Romanum is not to be missed during your city break in Rome. And to help you plan your visit to the forum, we have compiled a top 7 of things you really must have seen at this special archaeological site.
1. Arch of Titus 2. Arch of Septimius Severus 3. Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine 4. The Curia Julia 5. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina 6. The grave of Julius Caesar 7. The Palatine at the Forum Romanum
1. Arch of Titus
At the Forum Romanum you will find a number of magnificent triumphal arches that are really worth seeing. The first triumphal arch you will encounter on the forum is the Triumphal Arch of Titus. This triumphal arch was built in 81 AD in honor of Emperor Titus, commissioned by Emperor Domitian after his death. It is mainly in honor of his many victories, for example during the Jewish War from 66 to 73, and especially for his conquest of Jerusalem. The arch is 15 meters high and has undergone several renovations. Therefore, it is still in good condition. And fortunately, that’s why you can still see the details engraved in the stone.
2. Arch of Septimius Severus
The second triumphal arch you will encounter at the Forum Romanum is the 23-meter-high Arch of Septimius Severus. This triumphal arch dates back to 203 AD and was built in honor of Emperor Severus. This triumphal arch is also particularly well preserved, this is because it belonged to a church during the Middle Ages. In addition, the arch was moved after the exit of the forum.
3. Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine
The Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine is one of the most important monuments of the Forum Romanum, mainly because of its size. It was built at the beginning of the 4th century, during the reign of Emperor Maxentius and later, at the end, of Emperor Constantine. During your visit to the Forum, the basilica can only be admired from the outside, because due to several earthquakes, it is not possible to visit it from the inside.
4. The Curia Julia
The Curia Julia is the building where the Roman Senate met. The building that still stands in the Forum Romanum is that of Julius Caesar. It is a building that symbolizes both Roman civilization and the power of the Roman Empire. And although today the building is only brick, it used to be covered in marble and bronze, with golden statues and mosaic floors.
5. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina
Built in the 2nd century, the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina in the Forum Romanum was originally dedicated to Faustina, the wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius. Later, after the emperor’s death, it was dedicated to him. Today, the Temple is the best preserved temple in the Forum, and there are still ten columns in front of the monument, and most of the facade is also intact. This can be explained by the fact that the Temple became a church in the Middle Ages.
6. The tomb of Julius Caesar in the Forum Romanum
Julius Caesar is perhaps the most famous person in the Roman Empire because he officially ended the Roman Republic. He was murdered with 23 stabs on March 15 in the year 44 BC, after which he was cremated on the Forum Romanum. That same year, a tomb was erected for him on the Roman Forum. Its remains can still be visited at the Forum.
7. The Palatine hill at the Forum Romanum
The Palatine hill is one of Rome’s seven hills and, above all, the city’s most central hill. On top of the hill you have a great view of the remains of the Forum Romanum, but you can also see the Colosseum, the Circo Massimo and the Capitoline Hill. The Palatine is only accessible through the entrance to the Forum Romanum. Visiting the top of the hill is also a great way to end your visit to the Forum. You will really get a good view of the entire Forum and see how large and prestigious it was at the time.
How can you visit the Forum Romanum in Rome?
If you want to visit the Forum Romanum in Rome, you can only do so in conjunction with an admission ticket to the Colosseum. We recommend buying a skip-the-line ticket for the Colosseum and the Forum Romanum. This will avoid the queues for the Colosseum, which can sometimes last up to 2 hours!
Visit the Forum Romanum with the Go City Explorer Pass
Admission to the Colosseum and Forum Romanum is also included with the Go City Explorer Pass! This benefit pass lets you enter for free or at a reduced rate. This is the best way to save time and money during your stay in Rome.
Rate for adults : from € 89 Rate for children (5-15 years) : from € 69
Opening hours of the Forum Romanum and the Palatine
The Forum Romanum and Palatine are accessible daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. (last entry possible at 6:15 p.m.). The site is closed on December 25 and January 1.
Where is the Forum Romanum in Rome located?
The Forum Romanum is located at Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6. 00186 Rome RM, Italy.
How to get to the Forum Romanum and the Palatine
You can reach the Forum Romanum and the Palatine hill in Rome very easily by metro and bus.
By metro to the Forum Romanum : Colosseo stop / line B By bus to the Forum Romanum : Colosseo stop / lines 51, 75, 85, 87, 117, 118
Practical tips for visiting the Forum Romanum
1. Wear comfortable and especially practical shoes for hiking. Should you go there on a rainy day, the stones are very slippery and slippery.
2. If you are short on time, you can visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum on the same day .
3. Please note that large bags and suitcases are not allowed.
Our opinion
We combined a visit to the Colosseum with a visit to the Forum Romanum. And we found the forum really impressive! You feel like you are going back in time and following in the footsteps of the Romans. Climbing and the view from the top of the Palatine hill is also very impressive. We definitely recommend a visit to the forum and the Palatine.
Special offers to visit the Colosseum and the Forum Romanum in Rome
If you are going on a city trip to Rome and would like to visit the et Colosseum and the Forum Romanum in Rome, take advantage of the offers below!
Forum Romanum: is it worth a visit?
The Roman Forum is the oldest archaeological site in the city of Rome. And every year this historic site is visited by over five million tourists, but is the Roman Forum in Rome worth a visit? In this blog we are going to tell you all about it.
What is the Forum Romanum?
The Forum Romanum in Rome is located between the Capitol and the Colosseum. And during the period of ancient Rome, important events such as religious ceremonies, military festivities, weddings and political speeches took place here, but after the fall of the Roman Empire in the year 395, however, the Forum became largely abandoned. It was not until the 20th century that archaeological excavations were conducted to bring the numerous structures such as temples, shrines and other buildings back into prominence.
What must you have seen in the Forum Romanum?
Whether you love history or not, a visit to the Forum Romanum is not to be missed during your city break in Rome. And to help you plan your visit to the forum, we have compiled a top 7 of things you really must have seen at this special archaeological site.
1. Arch of Titus
2. Arch of Septimius Severus
3. Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine
4. The Curia Julia
5. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina
6. The grave of Julius Caesar
7. The Palatine at the Forum Romanum
1. Arch of Titus
At the Forum Romanum you will find a number of magnificent triumphal arches that are really worth seeing. The first triumphal arch you will encounter on the forum is the Triumphal Arch of Titus. This triumphal arch was built in 81 AD in honor of Emperor Titus, commissioned by Emperor Domitian after his death. It is mainly in honor of his many victories, for example during the Jewish War from 66 to 73, and especially for his conquest of Jerusalem. The arch is 15 meters high and has undergone several renovations. Therefore, it is still in good condition. And fortunately, that’s why you can still see the details engraved in the stone.
2. Arch of Septimius Severus
The second triumphal arch you will encounter at the Forum Romanum is the 23-meter-high Arch of Septimius Severus. This triumphal arch dates back to 203 AD and was built in honor of Emperor Severus. This triumphal arch is also particularly well preserved, this is because it belonged to a church during the Middle Ages. In addition, the arch was moved after the exit of the forum.
3. Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine
The Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine is one of the most important monuments of the Forum Romanum, mainly because of its size. It was built at the beginning of the 4th century, during the reign of Emperor Maxentius and later, at the end, of Emperor Constantine. During your visit to the Forum, the basilica can only be admired from the outside, because due to several earthquakes, it is not possible to visit it from the inside.
4. The Curia Julia
The Curia Julia is the building where the Roman Senate met. The building that still stands in the Forum Romanum is that of Julius Caesar. It is a building that symbolizes both Roman civilization and the power of the Roman Empire. And although today the building is only brick, it used to be covered in marble and bronze, with golden statues and mosaic floors.
5. Temple of Antoninus and Faustina
Built in the 2nd century, the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina in the Forum Romanum was originally dedicated to Faustina, the wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius. Later, after the emperor’s death, it was dedicated to him. Today, the Temple is the best preserved temple in the Forum, and there are still ten columns in front of the monument, and most of the facade is also intact. This can be explained by the fact that the Temple became a church in the Middle Ages.
6. The tomb of Julius Caesar in the Forum Romanum
Julius Caesar is perhaps the most famous person in the Roman Empire because he officially ended the Roman Republic. He was murdered with 23 stabs on March 15 in the year 44 BC, after which he was cremated on the Forum Romanum. That same year, a tomb was erected for him on the Roman Forum. Its remains can still be visited at the Forum.
7. The Palatine hill at the Forum Romanum
The Palatine hill is one of Rome’s seven hills and, above all, the city’s most central hill. On top of the hill you have a great view of the remains of the Forum Romanum, but you can also see the Colosseum, the Circo Massimo and the Capitoline Hill. The Palatine is only accessible through the entrance to the Forum Romanum. Visiting the top of the hill is also a great way to end your visit to the Forum. You will really get a good view of the entire Forum and see how large and prestigious it was at the time.
How can you visit the Forum Romanum in Rome?
If you want to visit the Forum Romanum in Rome, you can only do so in conjunction with an admission ticket to the Colosseum. We recommend buying a skip-the-line ticket for the Colosseum and the Forum Romanum. This will avoid the queues for the Colosseum, which can sometimes last up to 2 hours!
Visit the Forum Romanum with the Go City Explorer Pass
Admission to the Colosseum and Forum Romanum is also included with the Go City Explorer Pass! This benefit pass lets you enter for free or at a reduced rate. This is the best way to save time and money during your stay in Rome.
Rate for adults : from € 89
Rate for children (5-15 years) : from € 69
Opening hours of the Forum Romanum and the Palatine
The Forum Romanum and Palatine are accessible daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. (last entry possible at 6:15 p.m.). The site is closed on December 25 and January 1.
Where is the Forum Romanum in Rome located?
The Forum Romanum is located at Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6. 00186 Rome RM, Italy.
How to get to the Forum Romanum and the Palatine
You can reach the Forum Romanum and the Palatine hill in Rome very easily by metro and bus.
By metro to the Forum Romanum : Colosseo stop / line B
By bus to the Forum Romanum : Colosseo stop / lines 51, 75, 85, 87, 117, 118
Practical tips for visiting the Forum Romanum
1. Wear comfortable and especially practical shoes for hiking. Should you go there on a rainy day, the stones are very slippery and slippery.
2. If you are short on time, you can visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum on the same day .
3. Please note that large bags and suitcases are not allowed.
Our opinion
We combined a visit to the Colosseum with a visit to the Forum Romanum. And we found the forum really impressive! You feel like you are going back in time and following in the footsteps of the Romans. Climbing and the view from the top of the Palatine hill is also very impressive. We definitely recommend a visit to the forum and the Palatine.
Special offers to visit the Colosseum and the Forum Romanum in Rome
If you are going on a city trip to Rome and would like to visit the et Colosseum and the Forum Romanum in Rome, take advantage of the offers below!
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