Forum Boarium, Rome

Name: Forum Boarium
Address: Rome, Italy

#414 among attractions in Rome

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The Forum Boarium was the cattle forum venalium of ancient Rome. It was located on a level piece of land near the Tiber between the Capitoline, the Palatine and Aventine hills. As the site of the original docks of Rome, the Forum Boarium experienced intense commercial activity. ()

Local name: Foro Boario Elevation: 59 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°53'20"N, 12°28'51"E

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Forum Boarium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Theatre of Marcellus, Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Bocca della Verità, Temple of Hercules Victor.

~1170 ftN
Roman theater with summer festival
Theatre of Marcellus, Rome
6 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...
~360 ftSE
Medieval church with famous marble mask
Santa Maria in Cosmedin, Rome
2 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...
~270 ftSE
Mythical stone carving of a man's face
Bocca della Verità, Rome
2 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...
~80 ftS
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Temple of Hercules Victor, Rome
1 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...
~890 ftN
Archaeological site, Ancient Roman architecture
Forum Holitorium, Rome
5 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...
~110 ftN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Temple of Portunus, Rome
1 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.
~1760 ftN
Hiking trail, Hiking, Historic walking areas
Cordonata, Rome
9 min walk • The cordonata is a sloping road interrupted at regular distances by low steps in the form of transversal stripes made of stone or bricks. It has a form almost similar to a flight of steps, but allows the transit of horses and donkeys.
~1060 ftW
Bridge, Historical place
Ponte Cestio, Rome
6 min walk • The Pons Cestius is an ancient Roman bridge connecting the right bank of the Tiber with the west of the Tiber Island in Rome, Italy. In Late Antiquity, the bridge was replaced and renamed the Pons Gratiani. It is also known as the Italian: Ponte San Bartolomeo, lit. 'Bridge of Saint Bartholomew'.
~1020 ftN
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Tarpeian Rock, Rome
5 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.
~530 ftE
Arch
Arch of Janus, Rome
3 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.
~430 ftW
Bridge, View point
Pons Aemilius, Rome
3 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 Forum Boarium?

Nearby attractions include Temple of Hercules Victor, Rome (1 min walk), Temple of Portunus, Rome (1 min walk), Fountain of the Tritons, Rome (1 min walk), Piazza Bocca della Verità, Rome (1 min walk).

How to get to Forum Boarium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forum Boarium:

Bus

Bocca della Verità • Lines: 170, 44, 44F, 715, 716, 781, 83, C3, n19, n3, n9 (1 min walk)
Petroselli • Lines: 118, 130F, 160, 170, 30, 44, 44F, 51, 628, 715, 716, 781, 81, 83, 85, 87, C3, n19, n3, n9 (3 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (8 min walk)
Sant'Angelo • Lines: Battelli di Roma (29 min walk)

Tram

Belli • Lines: 8 (9 min walk)
Trastevere/Mastai • Lines: 8 (11 min walk)

Metro

Circo Massimo • Lines: B (14 min walk)
Colosseo • Lines: B (15 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Porta San Paolo • Lines: Fc2 (24 min walk)
Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (35 min walk)

Train

Quattro Venti (35 min walk)
Roma Trastevere (35 min walk)

Trolleybus

XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (37 min walk)
Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (38 min walk)