Tour Imperial Forum & Trajan's Market w/Forum Pass & Local Guide!

Follow your guide through the ruins of Ancient Rome and learn all about the lives of the Romans!

Tour Features

Local Guide

Certified Official Guide

Tour Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, French, German

Duration

2 hours and 30 minutes

     Tour Size Options Small Group (up to 14 ppl)
Private
    

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Trajan's Market, constructed in 113 AD, is often regarded as the world's oldest shopping mall. This remarkable complex features a multi-level structure of shops and apartments, allowing visitors to explore several tiers of ancient Roman commerce. As you wander through, you'll be captivated by the intricate marble floors and the remnants of a once-thriving library, showcasing the architectural ingenuity of the time.
Trajan's Column stands as a monumental tribute to Roman Emperor Trajan's victory over the Dacians, completed in AD 113. This remarkable structure reaches approximately 30 meters in height and is crafted from exquisite Carrara marble. Its most striking feature is the intricate spiral bas relief that artistically narrates the story of the wars between the Romans and Dacians, offering a detailed visual account of the conflict.
Trajan’s Forum, the last of the Imperial fora built in ancient Rome, served as a vital multipurpose space at the heart of the city. Surrounded by impressive public buildings and elegant colonnades, it functioned as a gathering place for citizens, facilitating social, political, and commercial activities. The forum showcased the grandeur of Roman architecture and reflected the empire's power and cultural richness.
The Forum of Nerva, the fourth and smallest of the imperial fora, was constructed in 85 AD under Emperor Domitian and completed by his successor Nerva in 97 AD, which is how it got its name. This area had historically functioned as a marketplace, particularly for booksellers and cobblers. The new forum not only served as a bustling thoroughfare but also as a grand entrance to the larger Roman Fora, showcasing the blend of practicality and monumental architecture that characterized ancient Roman public spaces.
In the Forum of Augustus, you can find the Temple of Mars Ultor, which was built to commemorate Augustus’ victory at the Battle of Philippi in 42 BCE, where he defeated the assassins of Julius Caesar. This significant temple not only served as a place of worship but also acted as a venue for important military decisions and state ceremonies, highlighting its role in the political and military life of ancient Rome.

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When in Rome, don’t miss the chance to explore the Imperial Forum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on this 2.5-hour private tour, which includes an easy access Forum Pass. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you will uncover the rich history of each monument and hear fascinating stories about the Emperors of ancient Rome. Your tour kicks off at the entrance of the Forum, where you can marvel at significant sites such as Trajan's Market, considered the world’s oldest shopping mall, and Trajan's Column, which was constructed in honor of Emperor Trajan’s victory over the Dacians. You will also visit Trajan's Forum, the largest of the Imperial Fora, serving as the political and governmental center of the Empire, and the smallest Forum of Nerva, built by Emperor Domitian and completed by his successor, Nerva. The tour concludes at the Forum of Augustus, which was built by Rome’s first Emperor, Augustus, and houses the remains of the Temple of Mars Ultor. This jam-packed tour promises an insightful journey through the heart of the greatest Empire that ever existed.