Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Archaeological Walking Tour

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Roma Termini

   The beating heart of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum

   The beating heart of ancient Rome, the Roman Forum was the political, religious and commercial center, rich in temples and ruins between the Palatine Hill and the Capitoline Hill. Originally it was a marshy area, reclaimed in the seventh century BC.C... During the Middle Ages it was known as "Campo Vaccino" because it was used as a pasture. It includes the Basilica Giulia, the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, the Niger Lapis (alleged tomb of Romulus), the Arch of Septimius Severus, the Arch of Titus, the Temple of the Vestals, the Temple of Venus and Rome, and the basement of the Temple of Julius Caesar, where his ashes are said to have been scattered.

   1 hour•Admission not included•See on map

2. 2

   Palatine Hill

   The Palatine Hill, the historical and mythological heart of Rome, offers recent archaeological discoveries, including a monumental late-Republican domus near the Roman Forum. It shows remains of Romulus' huts, imperial palaces (Domus Augustana/Tiberiana), the House of Livia, wife of Emperor Octavian Augustus and the House of the Griffins. In addition, you can admire the Farnesian Gardens, commissioned by Alessandro Farnese and built by Jacopo Barozzi da Vignola in the sixteenth century. The tour concludes with a view from the panoramic terrace that allows you to admire the entire archaeological area of the Roman Forum, but also the panorama of the historic center of Rome.

   1 hour•Admission not included•See on map

Meeting point

The address given is that of our tourist office which is located behind the Colosseum. You have to reach it on foot in 10/15 minutes on foot, getting off at metro stop B "COLOSSEO" or at metro stop C "FORI IMPERIALI".

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe