Sant'Omobono Area, Rome

Name: Sant'Omobono Area
Address: Rome, Italy

#667 among attractions in Rome

Archaeological site, Historical place

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The Sant'Omobono Area is an archaeological site in Rome next to the church of Sant'Omobono, at the junction of via L. Petroselli and il Vico Jugario at the foot of the Campidoglio. It was discovered in 1937 and contains much important evidence for archaic and republican Rome. It contains altars and the sites of the temple of Fortuna and the temple of Mater Matuta. ()

Local name: Area di Sant'Omobono Coordinates: 41°53'26"N, 12°28'53"E

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Sant'Omobono Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Theatre of Marcellus, Capitoline Hill, Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Bocca della Verità.

~670 ftNW
Roman theater with summer festival
Theatre of Marcellus, Rome
4 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...
~770 ftN
Michelangelo-designed hilltop square
Capitoline Hill, Rome
4 min walk • Perched on one of the Seven Hills of Rome, Capitoline Hill (or Campidoglio in Italian) stands as a testament to the grandeur of Rome's historical legacy. This ancient site, nestled in the heart of the city, has been a focal point of Roman life for thousands of years...
~920 ftS
Medieval church with famous marble mask
Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Rome
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of history, art, and spirituality. This ancient church, dating back to the 8th century, is known for its fine medieval architecture and the iconic...
~840 ftS
Mythical stone carving of a man's face
Bocca della Verità, Rome
5 min walk • The Bocca della Verità, or the "Mouth of Truth," is an evocative piece of Roman sculpture tucked away in the portico of the Santa Maria in Cosmedin church in Rome, Italy. This massive marble mask, which dates back to the ancient Roman period, measures about 1.75...
~710 ftS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Temple of Hercules Victor, Rome
4 min walk • Nestled within the bustling heart of Rome, the Temple of Hercules Victor stands as a lesser-known yet captivating testament to the city's ancient architectural prowess. This Roman temple, located in the Forum Boarium near the Tiber River, offers visitors a glimpse into...
~430 ftNW
Archaeological site, Ancient Roman architecture
Forum Holitorium, Rome
3 min walk • The Forum Holitorium, nestled within the bustling heart of Rome, Italy, stands as a testament to the city's ancient commercial and religious activities. This archaeological site, characterized by its historical significance, was once a bustling marketplace dedicated...
~520 ftS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Temple of Portunus, Rome
3 min walk • The Temple of Portunus or Temple of Fortuna Virilis is a Roman temple in Rome, Italy, one of the best preserved of all Roman temples.
~860 ftW
Bridge
Ponte Fabricio, Rome
5 min walk • The Pons Fabricius or Ponte dei Quattro Capi, is the oldest Roman bridge in Rome, Italy, still existing in its original state. Built in 62 BC, it spans half of the Tiber River, from the Campus Martius on the east side to Tiber Island in the middle.
~430 ftNE
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Tarpeian Rock, Rome
3 min walk • The Tarpeian Rock is a steep cliff on the south side of the Capitoline Hill, which was used in Ancient Rome as a site of execution.
~620 ftSE
Arch
Arch of Janus, Rome
4 min walk • The Arch of Janus is the only quadrifrons triumphal arch preserved in Rome. It was set up at a crossroads at the northeastern limit of the Forum Boarium, close to the Velabrum, over the Cloaca Maxima drain that went from the Forum to the River Tiber.
~700 ftSW
Bridge, View point
Pons Aemilius, Rome
4 min walk • The Pons Aemilius, today called Ponte Rotto, is the oldest Roman stone bridge in Rome, Italy. Preceded by a wooden version, it was rebuilt in stone in the 2nd century BC.

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Which popular attractions are close to Sant'Omobono Area?

Nearby attractions include Sant'Omobono, Rome (1 min walk), San Giovanni Battista Decollato, Rome (2 min walk), San Nicola in Carcere, Rome (2 min walk), Tarpeian Rock, Rome (3 min walk).

How to get to Sant'Omobono Area by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sant'Omobono Area:

Bus

Petroselli • Lines: 118, 130F, 160, 170, 30, 44, 44F, 51, 628, 715, 716, 781, 81, 83, 85, 87, C3, n19, n3, n9 (1 min walk)
Foro Olitorio • Lines: H (2 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (8 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (26 min walk)

Tram

Venezia • Lines: 8 (9 min walk)
Belli • Lines: 8 (10 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (14 min walk)
Circo Massimo • Lines: B (16 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Porta San Paolo • Lines: Fc2 (27 min walk)
Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (33 min walk)

Train

Roma Termini (33 min walk)
Quattro Venti (37 min walk)

Trolleybus

XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (34 min walk)
Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (35 min walk)