Trajan’s Markets: Rome’s Ancient Shopping Mall & Imperial Centre

Rome, Italy

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Rome's Colosseum and Forum are often overrun with visitors, but equally fascinating ancient sites that fly under the tourist radar sit just steps away. Discover one of the most interesting on this tour of Trajan's Market, a spectacular Roman shopping center overlooking the Imperial Fora. Learn about the history of this ancient commercial hub and the daily lives of the people who shopped here. Then, move on to the Museum of the Imperial Fora, where you'll admire its splendid collection of art and artifacts as you listen to stories about the role of the forum in Imperial Rome.

Explore a landmark ancient ruin with a fraction of the Colosseum crowds
Admire Trajan's Market's preserved shops plus visit the Imperial Fora Museum
A guided tour for engaging insights into these important Roman sites
Enjoy the relaxed pace and personal attention of a small-group experience

What's Included

Expert live guide
Entrance fees to Trajan's Markets and the Museum of the Imperial Fora
Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Food and drinks
Pick-up and drop-off
Optional gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Trajan's Column
Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
Meet us in front of the iron gates of Trajan's Column, opposite the church of Santa Maria di Loreto, Via dei Fori Imperiali, 00187 Rome. Look for a member of staff holding a yellow Touriks sign.

End point

Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali
Via Quattro Novembre, 94, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

The museum provides a wheelchair for people with reduced mobility
Three floors of the museum are accessible by wheelchair, the lower two unfortunately can't be visited with a wheelchair.
We recommend you to bring your own headphones in order to minimise plastic waste
Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved and you will be walking on uneven surfaces and climbing steps
It is recommended to have a moderate level of fitness to join this tour since Trajan's Markets have many uneven surfaces and steps and stairs
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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4.8

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well worth doing, a...

Paul_C, Sep 2025

well worth doing, a fraction of the crowds that swamp the Forum yet the buildings are equally as impressive. Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and gave us all extra time as we had asked so many questions! Recommend