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Mercati di Traiano - Museo dei Fori Imperiali

Via dei Fori Imperiali | Via IV Novembre 6, Rome, Italy
Ranked #172 of 490 attractions in Rome
4.0 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, Historic Sites
Description: Ruins of a magnificent monument to Trajan (A.D. 98-117) that now lies 16 feet below modern street level.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2011
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We were really excited to go to Trajan's Markets, but were a little disappointed when we arrived. My biggest complaint was that the museum was serving dual purpose -- interpreting Trajan's Markets and as a space for completely unrelated exhibits, in this case, an exhibition about the history of Italian design (like, chairs, utensils, and furniture). In every room, the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2011
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Currently open but with some significant renovation works going on inside, the entrance cost is reduced to €6 each, which for me was money well spent. The museum can be seen from the Roman forum and the road leading up to the colosseum, however the entrance is the other side. So many people just bypass here and consequently the museum... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2004
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Interesting site of ruins that have been excavated, and the market buildings that are in somewhat better shape. There are english expalantory signs to help you know what you are looking at, but the way stuff was re-used over the centuries makes it complex. Part of the area was closed (off-season, maybe) but I still spent 2 hours there. More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
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