Angel of Grief, Rome

Name: Angel of Grief
Address: Rome, Italy

#753 among attractions in Rome

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Angel of Grief or the Weeping Angel is an 1894 sculpture by William Wetmore Story for the grave of his wife Emelyn Story at the Protestant Cemetery in Rome. Its full title bestowed by the creator was The Angel of Grief Weeping Over the Dismantled Altar of Life. ()

Local name: Angelo del dolore Coordinates: 41°52'34"N, 12°28'46"E

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TestaccioRome Italy

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Angel of Grief – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Theatre of Marcellus, Piramide Cestia, Santa Sabina, Porta San Paolo.

1.1 miN
Roman theater with summer festival
Theatre of Marcellus, Rome
28 min walk • The Theatre of Marcellus is a testament to the grandeur of ancient Rome and remains a significant archaeological site in the heart of the city. This ancient structure, which originally could house up to 20,000 spectators, stands as a remarkable example of early Roman...
~400 ftE
Egyptian pyramid tomb built by Romans
Piramide Cestia, Rome
2 min walk • The Pyramid of Cestius is a striking cultural landmark nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy. This ancient pyramid, constructed between 18-12 BC, stands as a testament to the influence of Egyptian culture on Roman society.
0.6 miN
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Sabina, Rome
15 min walk • Nestled atop the Aventine Hill in Rome, Santa Sabina stands as a testament to the city's rich ecclesiastical heritage. This titular church, known for its remarkable preservation, offers visitors a glimpse into the early Christian era of architecture.
~580 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Porta San Paolo, Rome
3 min walk • Porta San Paolo stands as one of the southern gateways to the heart of ancient Rome, Italy. This imposing structure once formed part of the Aurelian Walls, the defensive ramparts that encircled the city. Today, it is not only a testament to Rome's rich historical...
0.5 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Aventine Hill, Rome
14 min walk • The Aventine Hill is one of the seven hills on which ancient Rome was built and remains a tranquil haven in the bustling city of Rome, Italy. Known for its rich history and stunning views, the Aventine is a must-visit for any tourist seeking a blend of scenic beauty...
0.6 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Balbina, Rome
16 min walk • Santa Balbina is a Roman Catholic basilica church in located in the Aventine rione, adjacent to the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
~220 ftSW
Cemetery
Protestant Cemetery, Rome
2 min walk • The Cimitero Acattolico of Rome, often referred to as the Cimitero dei protestanti or Cimitero degli Inglesi, is a private cemetery in the rione of Testaccio in Rome.
0.6 miNW
City gate
Porta Portese, Rome
16 min walk • Porta Portese is an ancient city gate, located at the end of Via Portuense, where it meets Via Porta Portese, about a block from the banks of the Tiber in the southern edge of the Rione Trastevere of Rome, Italy.
~570 ftSE
Museum
Porta San Paolo Railway Museum, Rome
3 min walk • The Rome Porta San Paolo Railway Park Museum is a museum in Rome, concerned with railway and tram transportation. It is housed next to the Roma Porta San Paolo railway station and the Piramide station of the metro.
~1420 ftNW
Fountain
Fontana delle Anfore, Rome
7 min walk • The Fontana delle Anfore, located in Testaccio, a quarter of Rome, Italy. It was completed in 1927, by Pietro Lombardi after he won a competition the municipality of Rome set in 1924 for new local fountains.
~1140 ftW
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Monte Testaccio, Rome
6 min walk • Monte Testaccio is an artificial mound in Rome composed almost entirely of testae, fragments of broken ancient Roman pottery, nearly all discarded amphorae dating from the time of the Roman Empire, some of which were labelled with tituli picti.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Angel of Grief?

Nearby attractions include Protestant Cemetery, Rome (2 min walk), Piramide Cestia, Rome (2 min walk), Porta San Paolo Railway Museum, Rome (3 min walk), Porta San Paolo, Rome (3 min walk).

How to get to Angel of Grief by public transport?

The nearest stations to Angel of Grief:

Bus

Campo Boario • Lines: 673, 83 (1 min walk)
Ostiense • Lines: 23, 673, 715, 716, 769, n2, n2;nMB, n3, n9 (2 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Porta San Paolo • Lines: Fc2 (4 min walk)

Tram

Porta San Paolo • Lines: 8 (4 min walk)
Marmorata/Vanvitelli • Lines: 8 (9 min walk)

Metro

Piramide • Lines: B (5 min walk)
Circo Massimo • Lines: B (18 min walk)

Train

Roma Trastevere (19 min walk)
Quattro Venti (28 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (26 min walk)