The Palatino: Roman Ruins

The Palatine Hill is sandwiched in between the Colosseum, the Forum, and the Circo Massimo. In ancient times, it was the most central of Rome's 7 hills. The Palatino was therefore one of the poshest areas in town and home to hotshots like Augustus and Antony. It is also, according to legend, where history's 2nd most famous act of fratricide took place - Romulus allegedly killed Remus on the Palatine Hill.

The ruins are pretty cool here. The views are superb too. All things being equal, I might choose a day when it is not 95 degrees. But I'm maybe just picky. One other tip: your ticket will get you entry to the Colosseum and the Forum and the Palatino. But my recommendation would be not to do all 3 sites on the same day. I think that could lead to ruins overkill. Better to stretch your visit out to 6 or 7 months, and to visit these ruins in small doses. Trust me.

St. Peter's in the center; Synagogue to the left