Portico d'Ottavia, Rome

Name: Portico d'Ottavia
Address: Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 14, Rome, 00186, Italy
Telephone: +39 06 6889 1836

#205 among attractions in Rome

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Facts and practical information

The Porticus Octaviae is an ancient structure in Rome. The colonnaded walks of the portico enclosed the temples of Jupiter Stator and Juno Regina, as well as a library. The structure was used as a fish market from the medieval period up to the end of 19th century. ()

Local name: Portico di Ottavia Coordinates: 41°53'33"N, 12°28'43"E

Address

Via del Portico d'Ottavia, 14Sant'AngeloRome 00186 Italy

Contact

+39 06 6889 1836

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Portico d'Ottavia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Portico d'Ottavia open?

Portico d'Ottavia is open:

Monday 12 pm - 3:30 pm & 6 pm - 10:30 pm
Tuesday 12 pm - 3:30 pm & 6 pm - 10:30 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 3:30 pm & 6 pm - 10:30 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 3:30 pm & 6 pm - 10:30 pm
Friday 12 pm - 3:30 pm
Saturday 7 pm - 11 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 3:30 pm & 6 pm - 10:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Portico d'Ottavia?

Nearby attractions include Sant'Angelo in Pescheria, Rome (1 min walk), Sant'Ambrogio della Massima, Rome (2 min walk), Great Synagogue of Rome, Rome (2 min walk), Jewish Museum of Rome, Rome (2 min walk).

How to get to Portico d'Ottavia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Portico d'Ottavia:

Bus

Lgt De' Cenci • Lines: n10, n8 (3 min walk)
P.za Monte Savello • Lines: 23, 280, 63, n10, n8 (3 min walk)

Tram

Arenula/Cairoli • Lines: 8 (5 min walk)
Venezia • Lines: 8 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (6 min walk)
Sant'Angelo • Lines: Battelli di Roma (22 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (18 min walk)
Cavour • Lines: B (20 min walk)

Trolleybus

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

Train

Quattro Venti (36 min walk)