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Via dei Fori Imperiali walk

Walk the central archaeological avenue between Piazza Venezia and the Colosseum, with open views toward the Imperial Fora…

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What to expect

Walk the avenue between Piazza Venezia and the Colosseum, where the modern road cuts through the remains of Caesar's, Augustus's, Nerva's and Trajan's forums. The ruins are visible from the route without entering the archaeological site.

Free entry

Before you go

Entry and costs

Walking the public avenue is free. Entering the adjoining Imperial Fora archaeological area or the Colosseum Park sites is a separate visit and requires an eligible ticket, except on published free-admission dates or for exempt visitors.

Visitor notes

The street-level route is free. Entry to the archaeological areas and Colosseum is ticketed, and traffic restrictions or public events can temporarily change pedestrian access.

Opening hours

Date-specific hours are not available for this place. Check the official page for the day you plan to visit.

Good for

City walkLandmark viewsFree day out

Official sourceTurismo Roma — Via dei Fori Imperiali

Colosseum Archaeological Park — opening times and tickets

Checked 1 November 2026. Hours, entry rules and access can change; check this page again before you visit.

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