Porticus of Livia, Rome

Name: Porticus of Livia
Address: Rome, Italy

#943 among attractions in Rome

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The Porticus of Livia was a portico in Regio III Isis et Serapis of ancient Rome. It was built by Augustus in honour of his wife Livia Drusilla and is located on the Esquiline Hill. Although little of its structure survives now, it was one of the most prominent porticos in the ancient city. The so-called Ara Concordia was located either in or near to the portico. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°53'39"N, 12°29'47"E

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Porticus of Livia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Colosseum, Santa Maria Maggiore, San Pietro in Vincoli, Santa Prassede.

~1770 ftSW
Iconic ancient Roman gladiatorial arena
Colosseum, Rome
9 min walk • The Colosseum, an enduring icon of Imperial Rome, stands as one of the most remarkable architectural feats in the world. This colossal amphitheatre, nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, has withstood the ravages of time to tell tales of gladiatorial combat, public...
~1380 ftNE
5th-century church with a gilded ceiling
Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome
7 min walk • The Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore is one of Rome's four major basilicas and a revered jewel of antiquity, standing proudly with its breathtaking beauty and historical significance. Nestled in the heart of the Eternal City, this church is not only a place of worship...
~870 ftW
Church housing Michelangelo's Moses
San Pietro in Vincoli, Rome
5 min walk • San Pietro in Vincoli, or Saint Peter in Chains, is an ancient basilica located in Rome, Italy, known for its remarkable artistic treasures and historical significance. The church, dating back to the 5th century, is named after the relic of the chains that allegedly...
~970 ftNE
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Prassede, Rome
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, a stone's throw away from the bustling streets and the grandeur of the Colosseum, lies the Basilica of Santa Prassede. This ancient church, though less known than some of its Roman counterparts, offers a tranquil haven steeped in history...
~1670 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Gay Street, Rome
9 min walk • The Gay Street is an area in Rome, Italy designated as a gay- and lesbian-friendly neighborhood. A 300-metre shopping and bar area in the center of the city on Via San Giovanni in Laterano, a street leading to the east flank of the Colosseum, it was formally designated in 2007.
~1520 ftN
Square, Historical place, Geologic formation
Esquiline Hill, Rome
8 min walk • The Esquiline Hill is one of the Seven Hills of Rome. Its southernmost cusp is the Oppius.
~940 ftS
Park, Ruins
Parco del Colle Oppio, Rome
5 min walk • The Oppian Hill is the southern spur of the Esquiline Hill, one of the Seven Hills of Rome, Italy. It is separated from the Cispius on the north by the valley of the Suburra, and from the Caelian Hill on the south by the valley of the Colosseum.
~1560 ftW
Church
Santi Sergio e Bacco, Rome
8 min walk • Santi Sergio e Bacco is a Catholic church of the Byzantine Rite located on Piazza Madonna dei Monti in the rione of Monti in Rome, Italy.
~1580 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church, Giacomo della Porta
Santa Maria ai Monti, Rome
8 min walk • Santa Maria dei Monti is a cardinalatial titular church, located at 41 Via della Madonna dei Monti, at the intersection with Via dei Serpenti, in the rione Monti of Rome, Italy. The church is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
0.5 miNW
Theater
Teatro Eliseo, Rome
13 min walk • The Teatro Eliseo is a theatre located in Rome, Italy. Initially named Arena Nazionale, built of wood and dedicated to variety shows, over the years took on increasing importance, up to undergoing a makeover in 1938 that decreed its current appearance and name.
0.5 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Palazzo delle Esposizioni, Rome
13 min walk • The Palazzo delle Esposizioni is a neoclassical exhibition hall, cultural center and museum on Via Nazionale in Rome, Italy. Designed by Pio Piacentini, it opened in 1883.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Porticus of Livia?

Nearby attractions include Santa Lucia in Selci, Rome (1 min walk), The Seven Halls, Rome (2 min walk), Torre dei Capocci, Rome (2 min walk), San Martino ai Monti, Rome (3 min walk).

How to get to Porticus of Livia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porticus of Livia:

Bus

Cavour • Lines: 117, 75, n2, n2;nMB (5 min walk)
Cavour/Quattro Cantoni • Lines: 117, 75, n2, n2;nMB (6 min walk)

Metro

Cavour • Lines: B (4 min walk)
Colosseo • Lines: B (8 min walk)

Tram

Colosseo • Lines: 3, 8 (9 min walk)
Labicana • Lines: 3, 8 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (14 min walk)
Termini Laziali • Lines: Fc1 (15 min walk)

Train

Roma Termini (14 min walk)

Trolleybus

Volturno/Cernaia • Lines: 90 (20 min walk)
XX Settembre/Min. Finanze • Lines: 90 (21 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (28 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (35 min walk)