The Rome IndexThe Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
The political heart of ancient Rome, and the hill where the city was said to be founded.
Tickets
Included on the same combined ticket as the Colosseum, valid 24 hours across all three sites — enter the Forum in the afternoon after the Colosseum to spread out the crowds.
What to prioritize
The Temple of Saturn, the Arch of Titus, and the view from Palatine Hill over the Circus Maximus are the highlights if time is short.
Practical notes
There's very little shade across the site — bring water and a hat in summer, and expect two to three hours to see it properly.