It is amazing to see what the original Rome would have been like. The arches with all of the details on them are stunning. It is amazing to see what everything would have looked like with the different Emperors. They are still excavating things and they are finding more and more as time goes on. It is certainly worth visiting to get an idea of how things were in Imperial times

If you visit the colosseum you entry is included and you can go the next day or the next. Take plenty of water and walking boots. We arrived at sunset so got some great photos but was forced to vacate pretty sharpish once it closed!

My wife and I got the combination ticket of the Forum with the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. We had a guide which was indispensable in understanding the history of the area. As Bob Dylan said, “the streets of Rome are filled with rubble, ancient footprints are everywhere.”

Staff at entrance friendly, very straight forward at the entrance, we went after our visit to the Colosseum. Headed for Palatine Hill first, great views over the Forum, it was quite special to see. Main negative was once again the facilities - toilets terrible, no soap or toilet paper, broken doors. Also in the Forum the vending machines took our money, no staff anywhere to be seen to help and there had the same experience.

Took a tour to see this Historic Site and was not disappointed! Amazing to see the structures what the Roman’s were able to build so many years ago! Hard to believe that you’re able to see so much history in this space? Recommend going with a tour & take water to stay hydrated during the warm temperatures.

A visit to the Roman Forum is a must see on your first visit to Rome. There is an admission fee and lines can be rather long. There are two different entry points. Very impressive ruins of the forum. However it takes some imagination to visualize how the forum appeared at it’s height.

There are multiple gates where you can enter the Forum. The one closest to the Colosseum is the busiest. If you enter there and have a pre-booked ticket (very advisable), walk nest to the big line but on its right side. This line is for those who do not have tickets. When you reach the head of the line, you'll see a mostly empty checkpoint for those with tickets. If you view the Colosseum entrance as 6 p.m. on a clock face, we exited at 3 p.m. and saw no lines there. You may want to check that out (or one of the other entry points) to shorten your wait if you lack tickets. Doing a little reading in advance will definitely enhance your enjoyment of this site. What you'll see is largely a set of monuments and ruins. However, with a little context, it is easier to appreciate why this is an important place. Basically, this was the nexus of important historical events in Rome for over 500 years. Every major figure in Roman history from ~ 300 BC to 300 AD spent time here, rallied supporters here, and in some cases was killed nearby. The site of Julius Caesar's cremation is preserved here. There are triumphal arches, the ruins of early temples, the ruins of great public buildings, etc. Just wander through and read the signs explaining the significance of each plot within the site. The flow of historical figures and events is staggering. This was an amazing place.

Wide ranging area that requires sturdy walking shoes to access the whole site. Good views at the top of Palentine Hill over the Coliseum. One important point to make, everyone appears to use the entrance nearer the Coliseum which builds up long queues. If you walk round the corner towards the Circus Maximus, you can enter through a second checkpoint which had no queue whatsoever.

Vast in size and grand in scale, the Forum is a magnificent sight to behold. Everywhere you look, you'll find evidence of the great Roman Empire - from the ruins of temples and basilicas to the grand columns of the Arch of Titus. It's a must-see for anyone visiting Rome, as it's a great way to appreciate the city's rich history and culture.

We opted for the Forum arena floor tour. Worth the extra fee. Nicola our guide was highly informative and moved us through the experience very swiftly. Definitely worth going to the arena floor.