Forum of Augustus, Rome

Name: Forum of Augustus
Address: Via dei Fori Imperiali, Rome, Italy
Telephone: +39 06 0608

#248 among attractions in Rome

Historical place, Ruins

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The Forum of Augustus is one of the Imperial fora of Rome, Italy, built by Augustus. It includes the Temple of Mars Ultor. The incomplete forum and its temple were inaugurated in 2 BC, 40 years after they were first vowed. ()

Local name: Foro di Augusto Coordinates: 41°53'40"N, 12°29'13"E

Address

Via dei Fori ImperialiMontiRome Italy

Contact

+39 06 0608

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Forum of Augustus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mamertine Prison, Trajan's Column, Trajan's Market, Imperial fora.

~810 ftSW
Museum, Historical place
Mamertine Prison, Rome
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, just steps from the Forum, lies the Mamertine Prison, a site steeped in ancient history and somber tales. This ancient prison, known in Italian as Carcere Mamertino, is one of the oldest in the world and has served as a silent witness...
~890 ftNW
Roman triumphal column and public platform
Trajan's Column, Rome
5 min walk • Trajan's Column stands as a monumental tribute to the Roman Emperor Trajan and his military victories in the Dacian Wars. Located in the heart of Rome, Italy, this towering marble pillar reaches a height of approximately 30 meters (98 feet), excluding its pedestal.
~520 ftNW
Restored Roman city forum complex
Trajan's Market, Rome
3 min walk • Trajan's Market, nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, is a remarkable testament to ancient Roman engineering and commercial life. This sprawling complex, often considered the world's oldest shopping mall, was constructed between 100 and 110 AD during the reign of...
~380 ftW
Museum, Archaeological museum
Imperial fora, Rome
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Imperial Fora stand as a monumental testament to the grandeur of ancient Roman civilization. These sprawling public squares, built between 46 BC and 113 AD, were the center of political, religious, and social life in the Roman Empire.
~860 ftSW
Triumphal archway dating from 203 AD
Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome
5 min walk • Standing proudly in the heart of Rome, the Arch of Septimius Severus is a monumental triumphal arch that has withstood the test of time. Erected in 203 AD, this ancient structure commemorates the Roman victories of Emperor Septimius Severus and his two sons against the...
~490 ftW
Historical place
Foro di Cesare, Rome
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Foro di Cesare, or Forum of Caesar, stands as a testament to the grandeur of ancient Rome and its enduring legacy. This historical landmark, inaugurated in 46 BC by Julius Caesar himself, was the first of the Imperial forums...
~710 ftW
Church, Ancient Roman architecture
Basilica Argentaria, Rome
4 min walk • The Basilica Argentaria is a lesser-known yet historically significant site nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy. This ancient structure, whose roots date back to the Imperial era, was once a bustling center of commerce. Today, its remains offer a unique glimpse into...
~610 ftW
Temple
Temple of Venus Genetrix, Rome
3 min walk • The Temple of Venus Genetrix is a ruined temple in the Forum of Caesar, Rome, dedicated to the Roman goddess Venus Genetrix, the founding goddess of the Julian gens. It was dedicated to the goddess on September 26, 46 BCE by Julius Caesar.
~1310 ftW
Hiking trail, Hiking, Historic walking areas
Cordonata, Rome
7 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.
~810 ftS
Temple
Temple of Peace, Rome
4 min walk • The Temple of Peace, also known as the Forum of Vespasian, was built in Rome in 71 AD under Emperor Vespasian in honour to Pax, the Roman goddess of peace.
~850 ftS
Church, Ruins, Historical place
Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Rome
5 min walk • The Temple of Antoninus and Faustina is an ancient Roman temple in Rome, which was later converted into a Roman Catholic church, the Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Miranda or simply "San Lorenzo in Miranda".

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Forum of Augustus?

Nearby attractions include San Giovanni Battista dei Cavalieri di Rodi, Rome (1 min walk), Forum of Nerva, Rome (2 min walk), Imperial fora, Rome (2 min walk), Torre dei Conti, Rome (2 min walk).

How to get to Forum of Augustus by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forum of Augustus:

Bus

Fori Imperiali • Lines: 118, 51, 85, 87 (2 min walk)
Magnanapoli • Lines: 117 (4 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (8 min walk)
Cavour • Lines: B (9 min walk)

Tram

Venezia • Lines: 8 (8 min walk)
Colosseo • Lines: 3, 8 (13 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (17 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (25 min walk)

Train

Roma Termini (24 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (24 min walk)
Termini Laziali • Lines: Fc1 (27 min walk)

Trolleybus

XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (24 min walk)
Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (25 min walk)