Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, Rome

Name: Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
Address: Piazza di S. Croce in Gerusalemme, 10, Rome, 00185, Italy
Telephone: +39 06 7061 3053

#226 among attractions in Rome

Baroque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites

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Facts and practical information

The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem or Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, is a Catholic Minor basilica and titular church in rione Esquilino, Rome, Italy. It is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome. ()

Local name: Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 41°53'17"N, 12°30'57"E

Address

Piazza di S. Croce in Gerusalemme, 10EsquilinoRome 00185 Italy

Contact

+39 06 7061 3053

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Santa Croce in Gerusalemme – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Major basilica, Lateran Palace, Museum of the Liberation of Rome.

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, Baroque architecture, Church
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Museum, History museum, Art museum
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Domenico Fontana, Obelisk, Monuments and statues
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Santa Croce in Gerusalemme open?

Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday 7:30 am - 12:45 pm & 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Santa Croce in Gerusalemme?

Nearby attractions include Amphitheatrum Castrense, Rome (2 min walk), Museo nazionale degli strumenti musicali, Rome (2 min walk), Tomb of Eurysaces the Baker, Rome (6 min walk), Porta Maggiore, Rome (6 min walk).

How to get to Santa Croce in Gerusalemme by public transport?

The nearest stations to Santa Croce in Gerusalemme:

Tram

Piazza Santa Croce in Gerusalemme • Lines: 3, 8 (3 min walk)
Carlo Felice • Lines: 3, 8 (4 min walk)

Bus

Santa Croce in Gerusalemme • Lines: n10, n11 (3 min walk)
Via Santa Croce in Gerusalemme • Lines: 649 (3 min walk)

Metro

Lodi • Lines: C (4 min walk)
San Giovanni • Lines: A, C (9 min walk)

Train

Roma Tuscolana (19 min walk)
Roma Termini (29 min walk)

Light rail

Termini Laziali • Lines: Fc1 (20 min walk)
Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (29 min walk)