Palatine Hill
Palatine Hill
4.5
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:15 PM
About
The commercial, political and religious center of ancient Rome, which features the Arch of Septimus Severus, Temple of Saturn, Arch of Titus and the House of the Vestals.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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The area
Address
Neighbourhood: Campitelli
How to get there
  • Fori Imperiali-Colosseo • 7 min walk
  • Colosseo • 7 min walk
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  • Big_Jeff_Leo
    St Helens, United Kingdom21,978 contributions
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    Amazing Views
    Palatine Hill is considered to be the birthplace of the Italian capital and is believed to have been inhabited since the year 1000 B.C. During the Republican Period, Roman citizens belonging to the upper class settled in Palatine Hill and built sumptuous palaces, of which important traces are still preserved. There is a fair bit of climbing (but this can be done in stages) but you are rewarded with the most outstanding views of the Forum and the wider city. There are a number of highlights, including the House of Augustus: Built as the private residence of Octavian Augustus, the house built on two levels still has a large part of the valued and colourful frescoes that decorated its walls. Also not to be missed is the splendid palace Domus Flavia which was built in the year 81 B.C. by the order of Emperor Domitian as a public and official residence. There are still some parts of the extensive construction that can be seen. Overall, a visit to the Palatine should go hand in hand with a visit to the forum and can easily be done on the same day.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 19 March 2023
  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
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    HISTORY HEAVEN
    You will probably visit the area as part of a combination ticket with the Colosseum. For anyone interested in Roman history, the area tells more of its lore, even if largely only ruins are left. Some 40 meters high, it was home to several emperors. Fine photographs of the Roman Forum can be taken. Several houses can be visited, like that of Livia Augusta. The Farnese Gardens are there. It is a place to soak up history.
    Visited March 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 3 April 2023
  • paulfalconer01
    Chesterfield, United Kingdom183 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My favourite place so far in time
    Loved this place. It was an add on to a tour to the Colosseum. Again big queues that seem 14 of our group hand back their audio devices and leave. The guide again was very knowledgable, but as it was Easter weekend it was very busy. The preservation of these monuments is just amazing given there age and that most of the site was once under the earth. But it was so nice to walk amongst this ancient hub of Roman life.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 8 April 2023
  • midway42
    Georgia3,107 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Relative serenity above the surrounding chaos.
    One of the original seven hills inside the 4th century BC Servian Wall, Palatine Hill is the original nucleus of this craziness we call Roman Civilization. Like the Roman Forum, it contains structures spanning centuries and in this case blurs the line between myth and verified history; the Huts of Romulus being an example of the former and the House of Augustus (probably) being an example of the latter. The Farnese Gardens bookend the modern era and were built in the 16th century for the eponymous Cardinal. It was the most desirable address during the turn of the millennium and is definitely one of the most visited sites in the city today. I visited the area twice during my week in the city, once solo and then again as part of a private walking tour organized by the Hotel Eden. On both occasions I saw most of the main structures within an hour, including the aforementioned House of Augustus, atmospheric garden of the Palace of Domitian, and memorable Domus Flavia. In summary, this was a welcome respite from the other busier sites on the Ancient Roman itinerary. While it suffers from requiring the same imagination as the Forum, the structures seem to be a bit more preserved/restored, and just based on location I could see why this was a preferred domestic setting for the nobility and elites. It's an overall worthy visit and one that stands alone from the more popular and crowded Forum and Colosseum.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 17 April 2023
  • Kenneth E
    Erwin, Tennessee519 contributions
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    FNtastic views
    Visit the colosseum first, then head over to palatine hill. We spent an hour and a half in there and the Roman forum, and didn't see it all. The ticket gives you 24hr to see them, so just be aware you could easily spend over 2 to 3 hours if you want to see it all. It's not too steep a climb up the hill. Can take several different routes.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 14 May 2023
  • Family5GetAway
    St. John's, Canada295 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited the Palatine Hill, Roman Forum & Colosseum - fantastic experience!
    We visited this as part of our Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Hill 24 hour combo ticket. It is unbelievable how intact the ruins remain. It was amazing to see. The Palatine Hill area was much less crowded than the other areas and offered beautiful views. There is a lot of signage, but some of it in this area is very worn and hard to read. You can download the app promoted by their website which provides a map and history of the individual ruins (it also shows the location of bathrooms and water fountains) in advance if you like reading the background of what you are seeing. We spent 3.5 hours between the Forum and Palatine Hill, but could have spent even longer if our schedule allowed. Highly recommend that you wear comfortable footwear when touring here as the terrain can be rough and uphill in places.
    Visited May 2023
    Written 18 May 2023
  • George S
    Miami Beach, Florida1,107 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Glory of Ancient Rome
    Adjacent to the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, the Palatine Hill represents the glories and wonders of Ancient Rome. You can also get a nice geographical view of that history from it. As with the Forum, the Colosseum entrance ticket serves as the admission to the Palatine Hill.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 10 June 2023
  • WanderingOttersons
    Denver, Colorado1,380 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Allow some time and eat before you arrive
    This place is shockingly large. You can easily spend 3-5 hours here but there is nothing inside but vending machines (that are not always working) so make sure you have had some food if you are planning to try to see the whole site. The entire site is history before you. Most of the park is ruins of former buildings but the sheer size of what remains is astonishing. Just the history that happened here is hard to imagine. You can enjoy much of the building materials that have been removed from here in the middle centuries by going to see St. Peter’s Basilica. They’re not gone, just elsewhere. Whether you’re planning a guided tour or not, you can really spend almost an entire day at the Colosseum and within this park.
    Visited May 2023
    Written 19 June 2023
  • Jeff L
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Stop On our Tour!
    Our Colosseum VIP Gladiators access with Arena and Ancient Rome Small Group Tour included a visit to Palatine Hill. Our guide was awesome about sharing the history and stories of the place. It was well worth the investment.
    Visited May 2023
    Written 25 June 2023
  • Andres72423
    Bridgeport, Connecticut2,930 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Rome skyline
    Wow! It is a bit of a trek to get here especially after a tour of the Colosseum but it is worth the effort. You get a view of the Rome skyline from here. It is beautiful. You walk through a garden and are able to sit in some shaded area to get some rest. But the best part of this site is to catch a view of all of Rome. A perfect way to end our stay in what is a grand city. Rome is magnificent!
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 27 June 2023
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia50,435 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
Palatine Hill is a plateau located south of the Forum in Rome.

Here archaeological discoveries range from prehistoric remains to the ruins of imperial palaces are located.

Worth visiting the Coloseum and Roman Forum and Palantine Hill together as they are located side by side.
Written 15 March 2024
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Rafael Miranda
London, UK172 contributions
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Feb 2024 • Couples
Going back in time and with some nice views, a lot of historical moments and nice walks like you were going back to the roman times.
Written 28 February 2024
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Bkbak
Tempe, AZ1,442 contributions
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Sept 2023 • Couples
Simply amazing! Such culture. Such history. To think that it was built SO long ago is astonishing. I recommend seeing "Welcome to Rome" before going here or to the Forum in order to see the full extent of what it once was.
Written 25 February 2024
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robnh61
Stockport, UK1,815 contributions
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Feb 2024 • Friends
This is adjacent to the colosseum but worth a visit in its own right. There is plenty of evidence of the greatness of Roman architecture from 2,000 years ago.
A must visit
Written 7 February 2024
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Ksenia Rrr
Germany11 contributions
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Jul 2023 • Solo
As I made my way up Palatine Hill, I was immediately taken aback by the stunning views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus below. One of the highlights of my experience on Palatine Hill was wandering through the lush gardens and terraces that overlook the city. The peaceful atmosphere and scenic vistas made for a truly unforgettable moment of reflection and appreciation for Rome's enduring legacy...
Written 6 February 2024
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Jessica A
Big Bear Lake, CA17 contributions
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Feb 2024 • Family
Palatine Hill was the most significant of Ancient Rome’s famous Seven Hills. It is where Augustus, the first emperor, built his palace, the remains of which can still be seen! Pretty incredible to be able to see such an important part of Ancient Roman.
Written 4 February 2024
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Herbert C
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Jan 2024 • Couples
Long considered as a symbol of Rome's foundation and glory, Palatine Hill stood proudly as the most renowned of Rome's 7 storied hills where upper class citizens built their opulent palaces during the Ancient Rome civilization period. Its historical and mythological significance is unparalleled - it was reputed to shelter the Lupercal, the sacred cave where the she-wolf is said to have nurtured Rome's legendary founders, Romulus and Remus, and it was the birthplace of the first Roman Emperor, Augustus. The Palatine Hill is an integral part of the triad of ancient sites that includes the adjacent Colosseum and Roman Forum whereby a single ticket grants access to all three historic sites. On Palatine Hill, you can see hundreds of ruins of imposing temples and palaces constructed for ancient Roman's high society, with the most notable being the Domus Flavia, House of Augustus, Farnese Gardens and Hippodrome of Domitian. There's even a museum displaying artifacts unearthed from the site. Together with the connecting Roman Forum, you would need at least half a day to cover the entire sprawling imperial ruins. Traversing the paths of Palatine Hill is to walk in the footsteps of the Romans through the centuries and unearthing the layers of time to appreciate its fascinating history.
Written 31 January 2024
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afonso antonio
Mozambique24 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Very beautiful with lots of artifacts.we booked the tickets in advance to avoid the queue.we included this with colosseum.worth a visit.
Written 16 January 2024
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Kir
Johannesburg, South Africa330 contributions
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Jun 2023 • Couples
Incredible and fascinating! It is truly awe inspiring to walk through and imagine what it was like to have built and lived in these incredible building (now ruins). Palatine Hill is big so I would recommend spending close to half a day there and perhaps getting a tour as we would have benefited from this to help with a bit more context and history.
Written 11 January 2024
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tory
United States28 contributions
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Dec 2023 • Friends
By far some of the best ruins in all of Rome. I enjoyed the greenery which distinguishes itself from the other ancient ruins throughout the city! 100% recommend!
Written 27 December 2023
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PALATINE HILL: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

Frequently Asked Questions about Palatine Hill

Palatine Hill admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost £30.59, while a popular guided tour starts around £4.70 per person.