San Saba, Rome

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San Saba is the 21st rione of Rome, identified by the initials R. XXI. It is located within the Municipio I, and takes its name from the Basilica of San Saba, which is located there. ()

Alternative names: Area: 0.43 mi²Coordinates: 41°52'42"N, 12°29'28"E

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Sant'SabaRome Italy

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San Saba – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Terme di Caracalla, Piramide Cestia, Porta San Paolo, Aventine Hill.

~680 ftNE
Ruins of a vast Roman bath complex
Terme di Caracalla, Rome
4 min walk • Steeped in ancient grandeur, the Terme di Caracalla in Rome, Italy, are a testament to the Roman Empire's architectural prowess and its citizens' luxurious lifestyle. These extensive ruins were once among the most magnificent public baths in the ancient world...
0.5 miW
Egyptian pyramid tomb built by Romans
Piramide Cestia, Rome
14 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.
0.5 miW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Porta San Paolo, Rome
13 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 miNW
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...
0.4 miN
City gate
Porta Capena, Rome
10 min walk • Porta Capena was a gate in the Servian Wall in Rome, Italy. The gate was located in the area of Piazza di Porta Capena, where the Caelian, Palatine and Aventine hills meet.
~840 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Balbina, Rome
5 min walk • Santa Balbina is a Roman Catholic basilica church in located in the Aventine rione, adjacent to the Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
0.5 miN
Baroque architecture, Church, Giovanni Battista Soria
San Gregorio Magno al Celio, Rome
13 min walk • San Gregorio Magno al Celio, also known as San Gregorio al Celio or simply San Gregorio, is a church in Rome, Italy, which is part of a monastery of monks of the Camaldolese branch of the Benedictine Order.
~1330 ftS
Part-ruined city walls built by Romans
Aurelian Walls, Rome
7 min walk • The Aurelian Walls are a line of city walls built between 271 AD and 275 AD in Rome, Italy, during the reign of the Roman Emperors Aurelian and Probus. They superseded the earlier Servian Wall built during the 4th century BC.
0.5 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Ruins
Santo Stefano Rotondo, Rome
14 min walk • The Basilica of St. Stephen in the Round on the Celian Hill is an ancient basilica and titular church in Rome, Italy.
~1650 ftNW
Palace
Palazzo FAO, Rome
8 min walk • The FAO Building is the international headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization, located in the San Saba rione of Rome, Italy.
0.5 miNE
Fountain
Fontana della Navicella, Rome
13 min walk • The Fontana della Navicella is a fountain built around a marble and travertine replica of an Ancient Roman sculpture, depicting a decorated Roman Galley, and erected in front of the church of Santa Maria in Domnica of Rome, Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Saba?

Nearby attractions include Terme di Caracalla, Rome (4 min walk), Santa Balbina, Rome (5 min walk), Chiesa dei Santi Nereo e Achilleo, Rome (6 min walk), Aurelian Walls, Rome (7 min walk).

How to get to San Saba by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Saba:

Bus

Guerrieri • Lines: 160 (4 min walk)
L. B. Alberti • Lines: 715 (5 min walk)

Tram

Aventino/Albania • Lines: 3, 8 (10 min walk)
Albania • Lines: 3, 8 (10 min walk)

Metro

Circo Massimo • Lines: B (10 min walk)
Piramide • Lines: B (13 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Porta San Paolo • Lines: Fc2 (14 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (29 min walk)