Forum of Augustus
Forum of Augustus
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Built in celebration over Augustus' victory over the murder of Caesar in 42 BC, this ancient site is dominated by the remains of the Temple of Mars.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- Fori Imperiali-Colosseo • 7 min walk
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MFaro
Italy2,814 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Located laterally in Via dei Fori Imperiali and then in the historic center of Rome, the Forum of Augustus, is a building that brought prestige and magnificence to Ancient Rome. It remains to date not much but in fair condition. Great for souvenir photos.
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Written 9 July 2024
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Adam C
Poznan, Poland906 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
The Forum of Augustus is the next area on the way to the Colosseum. Although it's hard to say what the goal is - everything, everywhere you look, is worth attention. There is only one disadvantage, apart from the number of tourists, of course - time. You cannot go through and appreciate everything in one day.
Written 18 December 2023
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Alessandro F
Milan, Italy32,768 contributions
Nov 2019
Started in 42 BC this forum includes the Temple of Mars, the Roman God, after the murder of his adopted father Julius Caesar, Augustus became emperor in 27 BC.
Written 20 November 2019
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bob t
Irmo, SC40 contributions
May 2014 • Family
This was one of our high points of Rome - multimedia projection on the ruins telling the entire history of Rome. English and other narration. About 45 minutes. Well worth the cost. I believe it will be there until October.
Written 25 May 2014
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Daniela O
Rome, Italy18 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
You can spend a wonderful summer evening by imaging the history of the Augustus's forum through the reconstruction of Pietro Angela e Paco Lanciano. It is really an impressive show of about 40 minutes for all people: even for children. The audio guide allows to choice between 7 different languages. You can buy your tickets by internet or directly near the access to the historical show, at the Augustus's forum. Three shows each evening: at 9:00; 10:00 and 11:00 pm. I suggest it to all
Written 29 June 2015
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VasilisVr
Athens, Greece73 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
We went in this show following recomendations of a local friend. It was amazing. All these ancient high walls and columns became alive. My kids were excited too. There are 3 night shows, at 9-10-11. Don't miss it. It was one of our best nights in Rome.
Written 21 August 2014
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CM
Oxfordshire, UK13 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
Would recommend this show. Nb booking through website worked out additional couple of pounds per ticket - lots of people purchased on the door and paid cheaper price. Worth getting there a little early to get seat on top row, lower rows no back support (sat on steps). Interesting content, cleverly illuminated. Show started a little late due to sunlight. I would suggest attending 2nd show to get better effects in the dark. Teen enjoyed it too!!
Written 28 June 2019
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MidtownEats
95 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
One of my favorite experiences in Rome. The light show (every night at 9pm and 10pm) tells the story of the Forum and shows what it used to look like. They give you a headset, you sit on some bleachers, and watch a 40-minute show with lights, projection, and narration. On a gorgeous night, it's a magical -- and educational! -- experience. The English-language voiceover isn't perfect (some strange diction and jarring cadence) but it's clear enough, and the Euro-English even adds to the charm of the whole thing, I think.
Written 30 April 2016
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africanadventurist
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania62 contributions
Jun 2015
Walking past in the day time, you may only give it a cursory glance as not much remains. But the sound and light show in the evening transforms the forum, and brings it to life with a great 40 minute show, taking you on a historical journey on the rise and fall of this place. Truly fascinating, and should not be missed.
Written 6 July 2015
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ElisabethENZ
Durham, NC3 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We got an insider tip to go see a special light show in the evening at the Augustus Forum. It was a superb way to get a sense of ancient Rome. It was a 40 minute light show simulation projected on the Roman ruins telling the history of the site. Highly recommend.
Written 24 May 2015
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Rich334
Southington, Connecticut
Where is the box office located to by tickets to the Augustus Light Show? Are the show times still 9, 10 and 11 pm?
Written 12 April 2019
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Rich,
for the Forum of Augustus show, box office is located in Via Alessandrina, Largo Corrado Ricci side: you can buy tickets only for the show of the day and subject to availability.
Tickets can also be purchased online (viaggioneifori), calling the Contact Center +39 060608 (open daily from 9.00am to 9.00pm at the cost of a local call) or at Tourist Information Points.
Opening times Forum of Augustus
From 17 April to 30 April: h8.20pm – 9.20pm – 10.20pm
From 1 May to 31 August: h9.00pm – 10.00pm – 11.00pm
From 1 September to 30 September: h8.00pm – 9.00pm – 10.00pm
From 1 October to 3 November : h7.00pm – 8.00pm – 9.00pm
The ticket office opens 1 hour before
Duration of the show: 40 minutes
Enjoy the show!
Best regards,
Website Staff Viaggioneifori
Written 15 April 2019
Cristina S
Province of Foggia, Italy
Ciao potendo visitare solo uno dei due,tra Augusto e Cesare,quale mi consigliate?
Written 15 September 2018
VacationButterfly
Springfield, Massachusetts
Looking for recommendations for a guided tour of the Coliseum that does not include the Forum, something we can book ahead. We’d like to do the Forum (light show) separately at night.
Written 29 March 2018
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Mr/Mrs, for the light show "Viaggi nell'antica Roma" you can purchase your ticket online (official website viaggioneifori) or through the Contact Centre +39 060608 and Tourist Information Points.
Enjoy Rome!
Best regards
Web Area
Written 5 April 2018
Laura D
Toronto, Canada
If we decide to not do the light show, is this simply a walk by attraction open at all hours?
Written 24 January 2018
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear, the access to the site of Augustus is possible in occasion of the show "Viaggio nei Fori".
While spacing on various aspects of the Roman world, the story is still anchored to the site of Augustus, creatively using the remains of the Forum to try to let the stones “speak” for themselves. Besides the faithful reconstruction of the area, with special effects of all kinds, the story focuses on the figure of Augustus, whose giant statue, over 12 meters high, dominated the area next to the temple.
For further information please visit the official web site Viaggio nei Fori
Best regards
Web Area
Written 24 January 2018
Laura D
Toronto, Canada
Hi there,
I will be traveling with my baby to Rome and we were wondering whether there is storage in Foro di augusto for a stroller or does the baby need to be in the carrier?
thank you,
Laura
Written 23 January 2018
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Laura,
in occasion of the show "Viaggio nei Fori" through special audio systems with headphones the spectators will listen to music, special effects and the story narrated by Piero Angela in 8 languages (Italian, English, French, Russian, Spanish and Japanese, German and Chinese).
The spectators will be accompanied by the voice of Piero Angela and by some amazing videos and reconstructions that show places as they looked like at the time of Augustus: a thrilling representation which combines historical and scientific rigor with entertainment. Babies do not need a carrier. During the show "Foro di Augusto" spectators will remain seated.
Best regards
Web Area
Written 24 January 2018
elortondo1
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hola compañeros, me gustarĂa saber sus opiniones del espectáculo nocturno que se da en el Foro de Augusto y en el Foro de CĂ©sar!! Vale la pena pagar tanto?
Muchas gracias
Written 22 April 2017
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Sally,
The single show (Forum of Caesar or Forum of Augustus) costs:
Full price € 15,00
Concessions € 10,00
Forum of Caesar + Forum of Augustus combined tickets:
Full price € 25,00
Concessions € 17,00
Tickets can be purchased:
• Online (viaggioneifori)
• Contact Center +39 060608 (open daily from 9.00 to 19.00 at the cost of a local call)
• Box Office:
Forum of Augustus Via Alessandrina, Largo Corrado Ricci side: only for the show of the day and subject to availability. The box office opens 1 hour before the first show on the same day
- Forum of Caesar Forum of Trajan, near Trajan’s Column: only for the show of the day and subject to availability. Opening hours of the box office: 30 minutes before the first show on the same day.
Best regards
Staff
Written 10 April 2017
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Sally,
The area of the Roman Fora can be seen for free from Via dei Fori Imperiali.
"VIAGGI NELL’ANTICA ROMA, Forum of Caesar" is a show with a night walk in the heart of the Imperial Fora. "VIAGGI NELL’ANTICA ROMA, Forum of Augustus" is a show that thanks to videos and reconstructions describes places as they looked like in ancient Rome.
The single show (Forum of Caesar or Forum of Augustus) costs:
Full price € 15,00
Concessions € 10,00
Forum of Caesar + Forum of Augustus combined tickets:
Full price € 25,00
Concessions € 17,00
Tickets can be purchased:
• Online (viaggioneifori)
• Contact Center +39 060608 (open daily from 9.00 to 19.00 at the cost of a local call)
• Box Office:
Forum of Augustus Via Alessandrina, Largo Corrado Ricci side: only for the show of the day and subject to availability. The box office opens 1 hour before the first show on the same day
- Forum of Caesar Forum of Trajan, near Trajan’s Column: only for the show of the day and subject to availability. Opening hours of the box office: 30 minutes before the first show on the same day.
Best regards
Staff
Written 10 April 2017
Zètema Progetto Cultura
Rome, Italy
Dear Karen,
the show "Viaggio nei Fori" will be held in 2017, starting from April to November.
Best regards
Written 23 November 2016
Buonasera ho letto che si passa in un tunnel io soffro di claustrofobia volevo avere informazioni grazie
Written 28 September 2015
Per quanto riguarda il foro di Augusto non si passa in nessun tunnel. Si entra e ci si siede su degli spalti all'aperto e ci si gode lo spettacolo audio-visivo, non si cammina affatto. Forse il passaggio di cui parla riguarda il foro di Cesare,
Written 29 September 2015
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