Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali

This museum will appeal mostly to those who are interested in the Architecture and decoration of the Imperial Forums and in the evolution of the site. If understanding how a historical site evolves over time excites you then come here, it's well laid out with magnificent sculptures and fragments together with evocative illustrations to help you visualise how everything looked. The view of the Forum is majestic and this museum is much bigger than it looks. There's also one of the best Roman history book shops inside with a decent selection of English books too.

Fantastic and fascinating. Went there first thing on a Monday and for €13, you can spend hours looking around at the archaeological artefacts inside, as well as walking around outside. The marble statues are remarkable to look at and the group I went in with came out feeling that was money well spent. Definitely worth the money.

The Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali in Rome offers a unique glimpse into ancient Roman life, housed in Trajan's Market. With its impressive artifacts, reconstructions, and panoramic views of the Imperial Forums, it’s a must-visit for history lovers.

Really enjoyed, plenty to walk around and see. Nice clean toilets and vending machines for drinks or snacks.

My favorite site in all of Rome. I was surprised there was no wait at all to get in, considering how crowded every comparable site is! I love that you can leisurely explore the fort and time stand still as you make your way around the ruins. The museum (at the entrance) is full of interesting history and remnants of Ancient Rome.

This is a view of a section of the market complex built during the reign of Emperor Trajan in the early 2nd century AD, located at the edge of the Quirinal Hill in Rome. Constructed under the direction of the architect Apollodorus of Damascus, the structure was an integral part of Trajan’s Forum and is often regarded as a pioneering example of multifunctional urban planning in the Roman Empire. The semicircular design of the structure made efficient use of the slope of the hill, with multiple levels of tabernae, or shops, arranged along a central street. The openings at ground level, framed by arches, provided space for commercial activities, with merchants selling goods ranging from food to textiles. Above these spaces, additional administrative offices or storerooms were incorporated, demonstrating the layered functionality of Roman architecture. The stone paving seen in the foreground is a typical Roman basalt road, part of a larger network of pathways that connected the complex. The robust brickwork, a hallmark of the period, exemplifies the widespread use of opus latericium in Trajan’s extensive building projects. This particular site reflects the empire’s architectural and logistical mastery, combining practicality with monumental design. Over time, the structure has undergone modifications, and the higher levels seen in the background include later additions, blending ancient and more modern elements typical of Rome’s urban evolution. This interplay between different architectural periods offers insight into how historical spaces were adapted and repurposed over centuries.

A massive museum through this amazing ancient building. No logical itinerary on the inside so we did a lot of wandering and back tracking. There is a lot of ground to cover and we were there almost 3 hours. Amazing views from the upper stories. Had to check my small backpack but saw a lot of other people walking around with larger packs🤷🏻‍♀️ We went on the free first Sunday of the month and it was very busy.

This was a very lovely museum to visit and I’m very glad I went. It had a very nice selection and collection of various works of art on display here, lots of paintings, sculptures, statues, busts and antiques to see. Its collection is very well kept and very nicely displayed. I really enjoyed the time I spent here and I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.

This museum will appeal mostly to those who are interested in the Architecture and decoration of the Imperial Forums and in the evolution of the site. If understanding how a historical site evolves over time excites you then come here, it's well laid out with magnificent sculptures and fragments together with evocative illustrations to help you visualise how everything looked. The view of the Forum is majestic and this museum is much bigger than it looks. There's also one of the best Roman history book shops inside with a decent selection of English books too.

Fantastic and fascinating. Went there first thing on a Monday and for €13, you can spend hours looking around at the archaeological artefacts inside, as well as walking around outside. The marble statues are remarkable to look at and the group I went in with came out feeling that was money well spent. Definitely worth the money.

The Mercati di Traiano Museo dei Fori Imperiali in Rome offers a unique glimpse into ancient Roman life, housed in Trajan's Market. With its impressive artifacts, reconstructions, and panoramic views of the Imperial Forums, it’s a must-visit for history lovers.

Really enjoyed, plenty to walk around and see. Nice clean toilets and vending machines for drinks or snacks.

My favorite site in all of Rome. I was surprised there was no wait at all to get in, considering how crowded every comparable site is! I love that you can leisurely explore the fort and time stand still as you make your way around the ruins. The museum (at the entrance) is full of interesting history and remnants of Ancient Rome.

This is a view of a section of the market complex built during the reign of Emperor Trajan in the early 2nd century AD, located at the edge of the Quirinal Hill in Rome. Constructed under the direction of the architect Apollodorus of Damascus, the structure was an integral part of Trajan’s Forum and is often regarded as a pioneering example of multifunctional urban planning in the Roman Empire. The semicircular design of the structure made efficient use of the slope of the hill, with multiple levels of tabernae, or shops, arranged along a central street. The openings at ground level, framed by arches, provided space for commercial activities, with merchants selling goods ranging from food to textiles. Above these spaces, additional administrative offices or storerooms were incorporated, demonstrating the layered functionality of Roman architecture. The stone paving seen in the foreground is a typical Roman basalt road, part of a larger network of pathways that connected the complex. The robust brickwork, a hallmark of the period, exemplifies the widespread use of opus latericium in Trajan’s extensive building projects. This particular site reflects the empire’s architectural and logistical mastery, combining practicality with monumental design. Over time, the structure has undergone modifications, and the higher levels seen in the background include later additions, blending ancient and more modern elements typical of Rome’s urban evolution. This interplay between different architectural periods offers insight into how historical spaces were adapted and repurposed over centuries.

A massive museum through this amazing ancient building. No logical itinerary on the inside so we did a lot of wandering and back tracking. There is a lot of ground to cover and we were there almost 3 hours. Amazing views from the upper stories. Had to check my small backpack but saw a lot of other people walking around with larger packs🤷🏻‍♀️ We went on the free first Sunday of the month and it was very busy.

This was a very lovely museum to visit and I’m very glad I went. It had a very nice selection and collection of various works of art on display here, lots of paintings, sculptures, statues, busts and antiques to see. Its collection is very well kept and very nicely displayed. I really enjoyed the time I spent here and I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.

Trajan's Market is an archaeological complex considered to be Rome's first shopping mall. The complex, with six levels, is huge and lends a sense of wonder, yet again, at ancient Roman ingenuity. Find it on Via dei Fori Imperiali.

We we walking by and saw the entrance and decided to go. It was $14 euro each and well worth it. The inside museum had so much to see and was a bit cooler for a hot day. It had 5 levels of areas to go to. Plenty of outside areas to look at. The outside grounds were incredible. We probably spent around an hour or so here. Great views of Roma and makes for some great photo spots. Downside a lot of steps. But like I said well worth it. This should be one of the top things to see in Roma and it wasn't even crowed. Probably like 50 people at most. So much better than fighting crowds of thousands at the Colosseum. Seriously, check this place out.

This excellent museum with a somewhat obscure entrance deserves at least half a day visit, to have a sense of the Roman Imperial forums that it conveys. With the excellent audioguide, the museum gives an excellent sense of the design and layout of the various forums, their temples, statuary, and spaces. At the same time, it leads one through Trajan's market, the remains of a huge edifice in itself, and one gets the sense of how it managed to make it through the centuries. The inclusion of couture gowns and accessories in each room covering the period from the 1950's to present has one of Italy's current sources of greatness providing a delightful counterpoint to the historical items. We found the same approach in the Borghese Gallery, to even better effect. It's an unexpected treat.

New meets old. Enjoyed looking at the fashion exhibit along side the archeological finds.