Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Embark on a captivating guided tour of Trajan’s Market, one of ancient Rome’s best-preserved landmarks. Often called the world’s first shopping mall, Trajan’s Market invites you to wander among its impressive arches, restored shopfronts, and bustling spaces that once teemed with merchants and daily Roman life.
The tour’s centerpiece is Trajan’s Column, featuring an intricate victory frieze that vividly chronicles Rome’s military triumphs and imperial grandeur. As you explore, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into ancient Roman commerce, social life, and cultural traditions, painting a vivid picture of everyday life in the empire.
Your experience continues with visits to ne...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry/Admission - Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali
Expert live guide
Entrance fees to Trajan's Markets and the Museum of the Imperial Fora
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Via del Cardello, 31
From the metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via Dei Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light then, turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the second street. You will find the agency Italy in Love Tours on Via del Cardello 31.
Return
Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali
The tour end here.
Itinerary
1
Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali
Begin your exploration at Trajan’s Markets, often hailed as the world’s oldest shopping mall—a remarkable achievement of Roman engineering. As you wander through the multi-level structures, you'll feel transported back 2,000 years into ancient Rome, with a guide who will share captivating insights into daily life and commerce that made this vibrant hub central to society. Marvel at the grand arches, well-preserved shopfronts, and innovative architectural designs that continue to influence modern buildings, all while capturing sweeping views of the nearby Imperial Forums, perfect for memorable photos. Your journey progresses to the Museum of the Imperial Fora, where an impressive collection of sculptures and artifacts unveils Rome’s rich history. As you stroll through the exhibits, your guide will recount fascinating tales about the Imperial Fora, the beating heart of Roman life, and the emperors behind these monumental projects.
1 hour
2
Foro di Traiano
The Forum of Trajan, as the largest of the Imperial Forums, was a grand political and commercial hub in ancient Rome, featuring impressive structures like a basilica, libraries, markets, and a majestic temple, reflecting the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Visitors can explore the well-preserved ruins to appreciate the architectural innovation and historical significance of this monumental complex. For a deeper understanding, a private guided tour of Trajan's Market and the Imperial Forums provides detailed insights into their history, construction, and role in Roman public life, making it an enriching experience for history enthusiasts.
20 minutes
3
Forum of Nerva
The Forum of Nerva, built under Emperor Domitian's initial vision and completed by his successor Nerva in 97 AD, served as the smallest of the Imperial Forums and was characterized by its narrow, colonnaded design, exemplified by structures like the Temple of Minerva, which still retains two of its original columns. Exploring these ruins offers a glimpse into Roman architectural ingenuity and imperial history, highlighting how the forum's modest size belied its significance as a political and social space in ancient Rome. Visitors can appreciate the remaining columns and envision the forum's original grandeur, enriching their understanding of Roman urban development and imperial legacy.
Embark on a captivating guided tour of Trajan’s Market, one of ancient Rome’s best-preserved landmarks. Often called the world’s first shopping mall, Trajan’s Market invites you to wander among its impressive arches, restored shopfronts, and bustling spaces that once teemed with merchants and daily Roman life.
The tour’s centerpiece is Trajan’s Column, featuring an intricate victory frieze that vividly chronicles Rome’s military triumphs and imperial grandeur. As you explore, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into ancient Roman commerce, social life, and cultural traditions, painting a vivid picture of everyday life in the empire.
Your experience continues with visits to ne...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Entry/Admission - Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali
Expert live guide
Entrance fees to Trajan's Markets and the Museum of the Imperial Fora
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Via del Cardello, 31
From the metro station Colosseo, turn right on Via Dei Fori Imperiali and go straight to the first traffic light then, turn right on Via Cavour and turn left on the second street. You will find the agency Italy in Love Tours on Via del Cardello 31.
