The Heart of Ancient Rome
Follow an easy self-guided walking route through the very heart of Ancient Rome. Tap the numbered stops to discover fascinating stories, hidden details, practical travel tips, and the history behind each landmark.
Self-guided Audio guides are available for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill.
The Colosseum → The Arch of Constantine → Palatine Hill → Roman Forum → Trajan’s Market → Monument to Victor Emmanuel II → Capitoline Hill → Mamertine Prison
📍8 Historic Stops
🚶Walking Distance: 2-Mile Self-Guided Walk
🚶Walking Time: Approximately 48 minutes
(excluding sightseeing stops)
🕒 Recommended Total Duration 4–6 hours
💡 Go Confidently Tip
Wear comfortable shoes—the ancient stone streets can be uneven. Bring a refillable water bottle and download the ACQUEA APP app to locate water fountains along the route.
Explore the Interactive Map Below
Start at #1 - The Colosseum.
Tap each numbered stop for photos, history and travel tips.
Walking directions between stops are linked below.
Walking Directions Between Stops
CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW FOR WALKING DIRECTIONS BETWEEN STOPS
Stop 1 The Colosseum Begin at Rome's most iconic monument.
Walk to the The Arch of Constantine →Stop 2 The Arch of Constantine
Walk to the Palatine Hill →Stop 4 The Roman Forum
Interactive Map of Roman Forum
Walk to the Trajan’s Market →Stop 5 Trajan’s Market
Walk to Monument to Victor Emmanuel II→Stop 6 Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Walk to Capitoline Hill →Stop 7 Capitoline Hill
Walk to Monument to Mamertine Prison→Stop 8 Mamertine Prison
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