Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, Rome

Name: Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius
Address: Rome, Italy

#335 among attractions in Rome

Vernacular architecture, Top attraction, Monuments and statues

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Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, Rome

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The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius is an ancient Roman equestrian statue on the Capitoline Hill, Rome, Italy. It is made of bronze and stands 4.24 m tall. Although the emperor is mounted, it exhibits many similarities to standing statues of Augustus. The original is on display in the Capitoline Museums, with the one now standing in the open air of the Piazza del Campidoglio being a replica made in 1981 when the original was taken down for restoration. ()

Local name: Statua equestre di Marco Aurelio Coordinates: 41°53'34"N, 12°28'56"E

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Sant'AngeloRome Italy

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Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Altare della Patria, Mamertine Prison, Temple of Vespasian and Titus, Theatre of Marcellus.

~730 ftN
White marble memorial monument
Altare della Patria, Rome
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~640 ftE
Museum, Historical place
Mamertine Prison, Rome
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~430 ftE
Temple, Ruins, Historical place
Temple of Vespasian and Titus, Rome
3 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...
~750 ftW
Roman theater with summer festival
Theatre of Marcellus, Rome
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~650 ftE
Triumphal archway dating from 203 AD
Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome
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~50 ftSW
Michelangelo-designed hilltop square
Capitoline Hill, Rome
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~500 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica of Santa Maria in Ara Coeli, Rome
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~510 ftN
Church, Historical place, Architecture
Insula Romana, Rome
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~290 ftNE
Square
Clivus Capitolinus, Rome
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~330 ftN
Hiking trail, Hiking, Historic walking areas
Cordonata, Rome
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~440 ftS
Nature, Cliff, Natural attraction
Tarpeian Rock, Rome
3 min walk • The Tarpeian Rock is a steep cliff on the south side of the Capitoline Hill, which was used in Ancient Rome as a site of execution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius?

Nearby attractions include Capitoline Hill, Rome (1 min walk), Capitoline Museums, Rome (1 min walk), Temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus, Rome (2 min walk), Clivus Capitolinus, Rome (2 min walk).

How to get to Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius by public transport?

The nearest stations to Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius:

Bus

Ara Coeli/P.za Venezia • Lines: 118 (2 min walk)
Ara Coeli/Piazza Venezia • Lines: 130F, 30, 40, 44, 44F, 492, 62, 628, 63, 64, 70, 781, 81, 87, C3, H, n15, n20, n5, n7, n8 (4 min walk)

Tram

Venezia • Lines: 8 (5 min walk)
Arenula/Min. G. Giustizia • Lines: 8 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (10 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (24 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (13 min walk)
Cavour • Lines: B (16 min walk)

Trolleybus

XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (30 min walk)
Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (31 min walk)

Light rail

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

Train

Roma Termini (30 min walk)