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

Rome, Italy
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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

1

Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission 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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.8
based on 5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much, we are really glad to hear that you enjoyed our Trajan's Markets guided tour!

Very interesting,...

Xavier_B, Aug 2025
Very interesting, although not as known as other major atractions it helps to better understand the roman society. The guide was very knowledgeable

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour of Trajan's Markets: it's definitely an hidden gem!
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