Roman Forum

Roman Forum

The Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and the Colosseum have separate ticket entrances, but all three sites can be accessed via one admission ticket. Tickets cost 12 euros (less than $15) for adults and 7.50 euros (or about $9.30) for kids. The tickets grants you access to all three sites; you can walk around each freely. Tickets are valid for two consecutive days and good for one entrance to the Colosseum and one entrance to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Access to all three sites is free the first Sunday of the month (though you'll contend with swells of crowds). If you purchased a Roma Pass, your admission fee is covered.

Recent travelers called a visit to the Roman Forum a "must," but they do advise future visitors to rent or stream an audio guide or hire a local guide (according to reviewers is little written on the informational plaques). Past visitors also suggest allotting plenty of time to see the ruins and wearing weather-appropriate attire (there is little to no shade at the site).