Visit Mont Palatin in Rome: tickets, prices, schedules

Are you from Rome? Don't miss visiting Mount Palatin, a must in the eternal city!

The Mont Palatin is one of the seven hills of the city of Rome . It stands at 70 meters above Forum Romain occupying a central position in the ancient Rome. It is one of the oldest parts of the city.

Under the Roman Empire, the Palatin was occupied by imposing houses built for the emperors, including the first Roman emperor, Auguste (the Palatin gave birth to the word "palatin"). The ruins of these houses still occupy a part of the city, which thus became a gigantic open-air museum. It is also a place where it is good to come wander among the old stones in the shadow of the parasol pines. During your visit to the Roman capital, visit Mount Palatin and discover the origins of the eternal city!

History of Mont Palatin

The history of Mount Palatin is very rich and for cause, the site is considered the cradle of the Italian capital since its hill (integrating the 7 hills of Rome) was inhabited since the year 1000 BC. According to Roman mythology, it was the place where Romulus and Remus were collected by a wolf who saved their lives. Later, Romulus founded the city of Rome.

Mont Palatin was then inhabited by nobles and rich Romans attracted to the strategic position of the place. They built villas and many palaces, such as those of Emperor Augustus, Tiberius and Domitien . In the Middle Ages, there are fortifications of gardens like the beautiful Gardens Farnese there were arranged. Still visible today, they are witnesses of some eternal beauty.

Today a must-see passage on a trip to Rome, Mont Palatin promises its visitors a historical parenthesis in an enchanting setting. From its rather discreet ruins to the cave of the louve which would have sheltered the Emperors, to the spectacular panorama of the city, the site hosts a cultural and heritage richness that invites you to travel.

What to see and do on Mount Palatin?

Visiting Mount Palatin is similar to a real lesson of life-sized history! We can discover a multitude of vestiges, witnesses of the imposing buildings built in Antiquity. It is a real immersion in the past that is then offered to visitors. Some places deserve to be addressed in particular.

At the chance of your trip or through a guided tour, let yourself be carried to the house of Augustus. Built on two floors, the Emperor’s residence still retains much of the bright and vibrant colours that decorate its period walls. Here you can also find the villa Livie : residence of the wife of the Emperor Augustus built in the 1st century BC. If she is not young again, she is one of the best preserved buildings! From the floor to the ceiling, its remarkable frescoes and mosaics still testify to the beauty of the places that, despite the time, does not seem to have taken a wrinkle.

Continue your exploration to the Domus Flavia . Built in the year 81 BC, it was the home of Emperor Domitian. Today, only some parts are still available to the public. The Domitien Stadium He also deserves a small detour. Its architecture, which is similar to a Roman circus, immediately pushes us back to the heart of Antiquity and leaves the imagination wandering about the events that took place there. The Farnese Gardens are part of the first botanical gardens created in Europe. There you can stroll between rose gardens, parasol pines and fountains with superb escapes on the Roman Forum. A viewpoint has also been designed for this purpose.

Finally, don't miss a visit to the Palatin Museum. Here are the remains of the places, uncontested treasures of archaeological excavations: ancient sculptures and ceramics make you a little more travel in the history of the famous hill. The visit of Mont Palatin also allows you to simply contemplate the most beautiful views of the Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the city of Rome. And why not finish a day of visit by enjoying a sunset on the eternal city?

How to visit Mount Palatin?

To visit Mount Palatin, you will have to go to the entrance Via do San Gregorio 30 . The latter is accessible by metro, using Line B and stopping at the station Colosseo , which is closest. Many bus lines also serve the site.

Here's a map to help you better locate yourself! You can zoom directly on it.

To help you better prepare for your coming, we have listed some tips to visit Mount Palatin in good shape:

- It is recommended to arrive early on the site to avoid queues. - It is best to buy your ticket at Palatin/Forum less frequent in the morning only those of the Colosseum and start the visit by these two sites. - It is possible to avoid queues by booking a guided tour in French three sites. - In the absence of a guide, it is wise to rent a audio guide to make the most of the visit. - The site is accessible to persons with reduced mobility . - ♪ animals are prohibited on the site. - La food is not allowed and picnic is also prohibited. - Commercial photographs or videos require a prior authorization . - Des toilets and drinking water points are made available to visitors. - In all cases and especially in the summer, remember to take one bottle of water , one cap and a good one pair of shoes . You're gonna walk a lot!

Schedules and prices of Mont Palatin

Access to Mont Palatin is paid but the ticket is combined with the entrance to Colosseum and Forum Romain (value 2 days). Attention, only one visit is possible for each site: Colosseum and Forum/Palatin.

Good to know. : the visit is free on the first Sunday of each month!

HORARI

The site of Mont Palatin is open daily except 1 January, 1 May and 25 December.

• Last Sunday from October to February 15: 08:30 – 16:30
• From 16 February to 15 March: 08:30 – 17:00
• From 16 March to the last Saturday of March : 08:30 – 17:30
• Last Sunday from March to August 31 : 08:30 – 19:15
• From 1 to 30 September : 08:30 – 19:00
• From 1st to last Saturday in October; 08:30 – 18:30

Some times are arranged, as for Easter Friday (closed at 14:00) and June 2 (opening at 13:30).

RATES

• Regular Ticket

Ticket valid for 2 days from the first use for 1 entry in each site. We remind you This ticket allows you to visit the Colosseum, Forum and Mont Palatin .

- Adults : 12 euros - 18 - 25 years : 7.50 euros - Under 18 and over 65 : FREE

• Super ticket

The Super ticket only reserves an entry to the Colosseum and two entries to the Roman Forum / Mont Palatin (one per day), any temporary exhibition is included.

It is valid for 2 consecutive days and allows access to 7 places with special access depending on availability : Cryptoportique Néronien, Palatin Museum, Aula Isiaca – Loggia Mattei, House of Auguste, La villa Livie, Temple of Romulus, Santa Maria Antiqua with the Oratory of the Forty Martyrs and the Domitian ramp.

- Rate : 18,00 euros - Reduced : 13,50 euros

For more information about reduced rates, visit the official website of the Colosseum .

• Rome Citypass

To visit the main monuments of Rome with cut-file tickets, enjoy free transport and enjoy that many discounts, book your Roma Pass ! Valid three days, it is one of the most popular passes by travellers who wish to discover a maximum of historical/cultural sites and monuments during their stay.

If you want to learn more about the history of this fabulous site, know that it is also possible to enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum of the Roman Forum and Navona Square !

Now you know everything about visiting Mount Palatin in Rome!