Comitium, Rome

#573 among attractions in Rome

Ancient Roman architecture

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The Comitium was the original open-air public meeting space of Ancient Rome, and had major religious and prophetic significance. The name comes from the Latin word for "assembly". The Comitium location at the northwest corner of the Roman Forum was later lost in the city's growth and development, but was rediscovered and excavated by archaeologists at the turn of the twentieth century. Some of Rome's earliest monuments; including the speaking platform known as the Rostra, the Columna Maenia, the Graecostasis and the Tabula Valeria were part of or associated with the Comitium. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°53'34"N, 12°29'6"E

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Comitium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mamertine Prison, Temple of Caesar, Temple of Vespasian and Titus, Theatre of Marcellus.

~170 ftNW
Museum, Historical place
Mamertine Prison, Rome
1 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...
~380 ftSE
Temple
Temple of Caesar, Rome
2 min walk • The Temple of Caesar, also known as the Temple of Divus Iulius or Temple of the Deified Julius Caesar, stands as an enduring testament to the reverence of Julius Caesar, one of history's most influential figures. Located in the heart of Rome, within the Roman Forum...
~310 ftW
Temple, Ruins, Historical place
Temple of Vespasian and Titus, Rome
2 min walk • Nestled among the ruins of the Roman Forum stands the Temple of Vespasian and Titus, a monument steeped in ancient history and architectural wonder. This Roman temple was constructed in the 1st century AD to honor the Flavian dynasty's emperors, Vespasian, and his son...
~1480 ftW
Roman theater with summer festival
Theatre of Marcellus, Rome
8 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...
~90 ftW
Triumphal archway dating from 203 AD
Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome
1 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...
~510 ftN
Church, Ancient Roman architecture
Basilica Argentaria, Rome
3 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...
~420 ftS
Temple
Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome's bustling Forum, the Temple of Castor and Pollux stands as an enduring testament to the city's ancient grandeur. This Roman temple, dedicated to the twin brothers Castor and Pollux of Greek and Roman mythology, was originally constructed...
~490 ftN
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.
~800 ftW
Hiking trail, Hiking, Historic walking areas
Cordonata, Rome
4 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.
~290 ftSW
Temple
Temple of Saturn, Rome
2 min walk • The Temple of Saturn was an ancient Roman temple to the god Saturn, in what is now Rome, Italy. Its ruins stand at the foot of the Capitoline Hill at the western end of the Roman Forum.
~490 ftSE
Church, Ruins, Historical place
Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Rome
3 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".

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Which popular attractions are close to Comitium?

Nearby attractions include Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome (1 min walk), Shrine of Venus Cloacina, Rome (1 min walk), Curia, Rome (1 min walk), Vulcanal, Rome (1 min walk).

How to get to Comitium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Comitium:

Bus

Fori Imperiali • Lines: 118, 51, 85, 87 (3 min walk)
Ara Coeli/P.za Venezia • Lines: 118 (5 min walk)

Tram

Venezia • Lines: 8 (7 min walk)
Parco Celio • Lines: 3, 8 (13 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (9 min walk)
Cavour • Lines: B (12 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (13 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (25 min walk)

Train

Roma Termini (27 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (27 min walk)
Termini Laziali • Lines: Fc1 (30 min walk)

Trolleybus

XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (28 min walk)
Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (29 min walk)