Foro Italico, Rome

Name: Foro Italico
Address: Rome, Italy

#991 among attractions in Rome

Sport venue, Sport

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Foro Italico is a sports complex in Rome, Italy, on the slopes of Monte Mario. It was built between 1928 and 1938 as the Foro Mussolini under the design of Enrico Del Debbio and, later, Luigi Moretti. Inspired by the Roman forums of the imperial age, its design is lauded as a preeminent example of Italian fascist architecture instituted by Mussolini. The purpose of the prestigious project was to get the Olympic Games of 1940 to be organised by fascist Italy and held in Rome. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1932 (92 years ago)Coordinates: 41°55'55"N, 12°27'32"E

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Foro Italico – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Olimpico, MAXXI, Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto, Stadio dei Marmi.

~1350 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport
Stadio Olimpico, Rome
7 min walk • The Stadio Olimpico stands as an iconic sport venue nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy. This grand stadium is not only a mecca for sports enthusiasts but also a symbol of Italian pride and passion. With a seating capacity of over 70,000 spectators, it serves as the...
0.4 miSE
21st-century art and architecture museum
MAXXI, Rome
12 min walk • The MAXXI, or the National Museum of 21st Century Arts, is a beacon of contemporary architecture and art in the historic city of Rome, Italy. Designed by the renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this museum is known for its innovative and futuristic design, which stands in...
~1540 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Tennis court
Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto, Rome
8 min walk • The Stadio Olimpico del Nuoto is an aquatics centre at the Foro Italico in Rome, Italy. Inaugurated in 1959, it was designed by the architects Enrico Del Debbio and Aniballe Vitellozzi to host the swimming, diving, water polo, and swimming portion of the modern pentathlon events for the 1960 Summer Olympics.
~950 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Stadio dei Marmi, Rome
5 min walk • The Stadio dei Marmi, or the "Stadium of the Marbles," is a remarkable sports stadium nestled within the Foro Italico sports complex in Rome, Italy. Known for its classical elegance and historical significance, the stadium is an embodiment of Italian Fascist...
0.6 miSW
Park
Monte Mario, Rome
15 min walk • Monte Mario is not just another hill in Italy; it is the highest hill in Rome, offering breathtaking vistas of the eternal city. Standing at an elevation of 139 meters, it provides a panoramic view that captures the heart of Rome's historical grandeur and contemporary...
0.6 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Sports Hall, Rome
17 min walk • The Palazzo dello Sport, also known as PalaLottomatica due to sponsorship, is a defining feature of Rome's architectural and sporting landscape. This indoor arena, located in the heart of the city, stands as a monument to modern design and a temple to various sports...
0.5 miNE
Ancient bridge for walks across Tiber
Ponte Milvio, Rome
13 min walk • The Milvian Bridge is a bridge over the Tiber in northern Rome, Italy. It was an economically and strategically important bridge in the era of the Roman Empire and was the site of the famous Battle of the Milvian Bridge in 312, which led to the imperial rule of Constantine.
0.6 miSW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Rome Observatory, Rome
17 min walk • The Astronomical Observatory of Rome is one of twelve Astronomical Observatories in Italy. The main site of the Observatory is Monte Porzio Catone. Part of the Istituto Nazionale di Astrofisica since 2002.
1 miS
Museum
Video Game Museum of Rome, Rome
27 min walk • The Video Game Museum of Rome is an interactive video game museum that displays the history of video games. The first official announcement for the museum was at the Italian Video game Developer Conference in 2010, and the museum opened its doors to the public in October 2012.
0.7 miNE
Bridge
Ponte Flaminio, Rome
19 min walk • Ponte Flaminio is a bridge in Rome, crossed by Corso di Francia, in the Quartieri Parioli and Tor di Quinto and in the zone of Vigna Clara.
0.8 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Auditorium
Parco della Musica, Rome
21 min walk • Parco della Musica is a public music complex in Rome, Italy, with three concert halls and an outdoor theater in a park setting. It was designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Foro Italico?

Nearby attractions include Foro Italico University of Rome, Rome (2 min walk), Ponte Duca d'Aosta, Rome (4 min walk), Stadio dei Marmi, Rome (5 min walk), Palazzo della Farnesina, Rome (10 min walk).

How to get to Foro Italico by public transport?

The nearest stations to Foro Italico:

Bus

De Bosis • Lines: 168, 200, 226, 301, 446, 628, 69, 911, 911Ds, n24, n25 (3 min walk)
De Bosis/Stadio Tennis • Lines: 280, 301, 32, 628, 69 (3 min walk)

Tram

Mancini • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)
Pinturicchio • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Euclide • Lines: Fc3 (31 min walk)

Train

Roma Balduina (37 min walk)