Porta San Giovanni, Rome

Name: Porta San Giovanni
Address: Piazza San Giovanni, Rome, Italy

#423 among attractions in Rome

City gate, Historical place

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Porta San Giovanni is a gate in the Aurelian Wall of Rome, Italy, named after the nearby Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 41°53'9"N, 12°30'33"E

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Piazza San GiovanniRome Italy

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Nearby attractions include: Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Major basilica, Lateran Palace, Museum of the Liberation of Rome.

~1000 ftW
, Baroque architecture, Church
Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Rome
5 min walk • The Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, standing majestically in the heart of Rome, Italy, is not only the oldest church in the Western world but also holds the unique title of being the Cathedral of Rome and the ecumenical mother church of Roman Catholic faithful.
~840 ftW
Church
Major basilica, Rome
5 min walk • Rome, the eternal city, is home to some of the most awe-inspiring religious architecture in the world, and among its treasures are the four major basilicas, which are paramount to the Catholic Church. These basilicas hold a rank above all other churches due to their...
~1010 ftW
Vernacular architecture, Palace
Lateran Palace, Rome
5 min walk • The Lateran Palace, an ancient edifice with a storied past, stands proudly in the heart of Rome, Italy. As the former papal residence, this palace has been a central figure in the religious and political history of the city.
~1290 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Museum of the Liberation of Rome, Rome
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Museum of the Liberation of Rome (Museo storico della Liberazione - Roma) stands as a solemn testament to the city's turbulent history during World War II. Located on Via Tasso, this museum is housed in a building that once served as...
0.6 miW
Medieval church on pagan and Roman ruins
San Clemente, Rome
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, the Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano stands as a remarkable testament to the city's layered history. This minor basilica, lesser-known than some of Rome's grander churches, is a treasure trove for those interested in...
~810 ftNW
Ancient holy steps within a sanctuary
Scala Santa, Rome
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Scala Santa, or Holy Stairs, is a sanctuary of profound religious significance and a magnet for pilgrims and tourists alike. According to tradition, these are the steps that Jesus ascended during his Passion, on his way to face trial...
~1960 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, Rome
10 min walk • The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem or Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, is a Catholic Minor basilica and titular church in rione Esquilino, Rome, Italy. It is one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome.
~1800 ftW
Church, Baroque architecture
Santi Andrea e Bartolomeo, Rome
9 min walk • Santi Andrea e Bartolomeo is a Catholic church in Rome, in the Rione Monti, on Via Santo Stefano Rotondo.
~1360 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Lateran Baptistery, Rome
7 min walk • The domed octagonal Lateran Baptistery stands somewhat apart from the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, Rome, to which it has become joined by later construction.
0.5 miNE
City gate, Historical place, Ruins
Porta Maggiore, Rome
13 min walk • The Porta Maggiore, or Porta Prenestina, is one of the eastern gates in the ancient but well-preserved 3rd-century Aurelian Walls of Rome. Through the gate ran two ancient roads: the Via Praenestina and the Via Labicana. The Via Prenestina was the eastern road to the ancient town of Praeneste.
0.6 miW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Historical place
Santi Quattro Coronati, Rome
16 min walk • Santi Quattro Coronati is an ancient basilica in Rome, Italy. The church dates back to the 4th century, and is devoted to four anonymous saints and martyrs.

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Which popular attractions are close to Porta San Giovanni?

Nearby attractions include Porta Asinaria, Rome (1 min walk), Scala Santa, Rome (4 min walk), Major basilica, Rome (5 min walk), Sancta Sanctorum, Rome (5 min walk).

How to get to Porta San Giovanni by public transport?

The nearest stations to Porta San Giovanni:

Metro

San Giovanni • Lines: A, C (2 min walk)
Manzoni • Lines: A (9 min walk)

Bus

Porta S. Giovanni • Lines: 16, 218, 51, 650, 665, 673, 81, 85, 87, n28 (2 min walk)
Porta S. Giovanni/Carlo Felice • Lines: n11 (2 min walk)

Tram

Carlo Felice • Lines: 3, 8 (6 min walk)
Manzoni • Lines: 3, 8 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Termini Laziali • Lines: Fc1 (20 min walk)
Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (28 min walk)

Train

Roma Tuscolana (23 min walk)
Roma Termini (28 min walk)