Roman Forum

The Roman Forum doesn't look like much when you first see it, because most of it is in ruins, but when you consider the fact so much remains after thousands of years, it is pretty spectacular. The forum was the central gathering point for religion, commerce, and civic administration. Be sure to check out the immense level of detail present on the triumphal arches, which were basically giant arches built by the emperors to commemorate their victories in the battlefield. Also, be especially careful of pickpockets here, as they are particularly numerous.

For a decent afternoon itinerary, start by admiring the building facades built by Michelangelo at the Piazza del Campidoglio, work your way south through the forum, then finish up at the Colosseum.

I found the Roman Forum to be highly interesting, though it was pretty hot (for October) the day I and the others in my group toured it. We had a local historian whose English was quite good and whose knowledge was astounding. I've always been intrigued by that period in time and was really inspired by the Forum and what I learned that day. I hope to go back next year, and I plan on venturing down to Pompeii as well - I must go there!

The Roman Forum is the area in which the ancient Roman civilization developed and it served as the political and economical center of Rome. It is located between Palatine Hill and Capitoline Hill. Touring the Forum, the ruins of many political, religious, and judicial buildings can be seen. Price of admission also includes admission to the Colosseum, but I’d suggest seeing the Colosseum first, then heading to the Forum, as you’ll have more ‘personal space’ in the Forum than you will in the Colosseum.

From the Colosseum, you'd get an amazing view of the valley and the Forum.

Once you are done with the Colosseum, don't miss the opportunity to walk through the Roman Forum and see different pieces of the ancient culture.

It's free to walk down the Via Sacra and you'd be able to see different monuments, including the place where they said "Julio Cesar" was murdered.

Take the chance to walk here and feel the history surrounding you.