Tor Sanguigna, Rome

Name: Tor Sanguigna
Address: Rome, Italy

#445 among attractions in Rome

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The Tor Sanguigna is one of the medieval towers of Rome, Italy, built of tufa blocks and brick sited a few metres from piazza Navona in that city's Ponte district. 'Tor Sanguigna' was already used in the Middle Ages as a toponym for the whole surrounding area between what are now via Zanardelli, via dei Coronari and Sant'Agostino church. The piazza in which the tower stands is now named after it. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°54'1"N, 12°28'22"E

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Tor Sanguigna – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Piazza Navona, Palazzo Altemps, Fontana del Moro, Sant'Agnese in Agone.

~550 ftS
Elegant square with a fountain and bars
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~520 ftS
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tor Sanguigna?

Nearby attractions include Stadio di Domiziano, Rome (1 min walk), San Nicola dei Lorenesi, Rome (2 min walk), Fountain of Neptune, Rome (2 min walk), Palazzo Altemps, Rome (2 min walk).

How to get to Tor Sanguigna by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tor Sanguigna:

Bus

Senato • Lines: 130F, 30, 492, 628, 70, 81, 87, n6, n7 (2 min walk)
Zanardelli • Lines: 130F, 30, 492, 628, 70, 81, 87, C3, n6, n7 (2 min walk)

Ferry

Sant'Angelo • Lines: Battelli di Roma (7 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (8 min walk)

Tram

Arenula/Cairoli • Lines: 8 (13 min walk)
Venezia • Lines: 8 (15 min walk)

Metro

Spagna • Lines: A (19 min walk)
Lepanto • Lines: A (22 min walk)

Light rail

Flaminio • Lines: Fc3 (23 min walk)

Train

Roma San Pietro (26 min walk)
Vatican City (29 min walk)