The Roman Forum

Visit early morning or after 4 PM to avoid crowds and explore the temples, markets, and government buildings of ancient Rome's political heart.

In their own words: “Next to the Colosseum is the Roman Forum, which was a political, religious, and social center for ancient Rome dating back 2,500 years. You'll see temples, old markets, government buildings. This is where the Romans used to gather for elections, speeches, public ceremonies. This is one of the best archaeological sites I've ever been to and it's right in the middle of Rome.”

Wander through the ruins of the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of ancient Roman public life, to truly feel the pulse of the empire.

In their own words: “The Roman Forum was the heart of an empire.”

Wander through the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, once the heart of public life in ancient Rome, to imagine its historical significance.

In their own words: “Explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. ... Just next door is the Roman Forum, where Julius Caesar himself gave his speeches.”