Roman Forum, Rome
The archaeological site known as the Roman Forum (Foro Romano in Italian) was the heart and soul of ancient Rome. Basilicas, temples, comitium, curia, tabularium, regia and rostra not to mention markets and numerous arches were all located here. And it was crawling with people every day of the week. Sound fascinating? Caution is warranted. There's so much to see it's easy for small eyes to grow weary. Engage the kids and extend your visit. As you tour the ruins of the Roman Forum help the kids imagine life in ancient Rome. Hold court at the Comitium and decide the life of everyday citizens. At... Read Moretend a Senate meeting in the Curia and contemplate the function of the towering roof in a time without microphones. Make a speech from the Rostra, the tribune built by Julius Caesar. Lead a procession on Via Sacra but only if 5000 or more enemy soldiers were killed in your last battle. When you're done head to the Tabularium and pretend to examine the state archives. And if you're feeling really energetic write out questions three or four and hold a treasure hunt in the sprawling remains. Touring the Roman Forum with kids in tow can be lots of fun and create great memories too.
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Getting There
The address of the Forum is Via dei Fori Imperiali but the entrances (2) are located at L.go Salara Vecchia and Via di S. Gregoria, 30. City buses 60, 75, 84, 85, 87, 117, 175, 186, 271, 571, 810 and 850 all stop nearby. Metro line B stops at Piazza Colosseo a short walk away. A tour of the Forum is easily combined with other Rome monuments and museums and it is an easy walk from Trajan's Market, Piazza Venezia, Capitoline Museums and, of course, the Roman Colosseum.
Hours & Times
The Roman Forum is open daily 8:30 to one hour before sunset (16:30 in winter, 19:15 in summer). The Forum is closed January 1 and December 25. Of note, the last entrance is one hour before the close.
Admission & Fees
Tickets to the Roman Forum can be purchased at the monument, Palatine Hill and Roman Colosseum ticket booths, or online for an additional charge. The entrance fee is €9 (€2 supplement for exhibits) for adults, €4.5 (€2 supplement for exhibits) for EU students aged 18-24 and free of charge for EU children (under 18) and seniors (over 65). Tourist Cards, valid for 3 days, offer discounted admission (entrance to the first 2 is free) to a variety of Rome monuments, museums and events and entitle holders to ride free on public transport. Roma Pass is €20; Roma & Più Pass costs €25. A supplement may be charged for exhibits.
Things to Keep in Mind
The Roman Forum is outdoors in its entirety. Allow 2 - 3 hours for any Forum tour.
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