Santa Maria Antiqua, Rome

Name: Santa Maria Antiqua
Address: Rome, Italy

#213 among attractions in Rome

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Santa Maria Antiqua is a Roman Catholic Marian church in Rome, Italy, built in the 5th century in the Forum Romanum, and for a long time the monumental access to the Palatine imperial palaces. ()

Local name: Chiesa di Santa Maria Antiqua Established: V centuryArchitectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 41°53'28"N, 12°29'8"E

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Santa Maria Antiqua – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Roman Forum, Tabularium, Temple of Caesar, Theatre of Marcellus.

~410 ftNE
Excavated heart of the Roman Empire
Roman Forum, Rome
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Roman Forum stands as an enduring testament to the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Once the epicenter of public life, this sprawling archaeological site was the bustling nucleus of ancient Rome, hosting triumphal processions, public...
~290 ftSE
Vernacular architecture, Museum
Tabularium, Rome
2 min walk • The Tabularium, nestled in the heart of Rome, Italy, is a testament to the ancient city's rich history and architectural prowess. Once the official records office of Rome, it now stands as a museum that offers a window into the storied past of one of the world's oldest...
~340 ftN
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...
~1630 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...
~670 ftN
Triumphal archway dating from 203 AD
Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome
4 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...
~220 ftN
Temple
Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome
2 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...
~1280 ftNW
Hiking trail, Hiking, Historic walking areas
Cordonata, Rome
7 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.
~620 ftNW
Temple
Temple of Saturn, Rome
4 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.
~450 ftNE
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".
~270 ftNE
Temple
Temple of Vesta, Rome
2 min walk • The Temple of Vesta, or the aedes, is an ancient edifice in Rome, Italy. The temple is located in the Roman Forum near the Regia and the House of the Vestal Virgins.
~520 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Santi Cosma e Damiano, Rome
3 min walk • The basilica of Santi Cosma e Damiano is a titular church in Rome, Italy. The lower portion of the building is accessible through the Roman Forum and incorporates original Roman buildings, but the entrance to the upper level is outside the Forum.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Santa Maria Antiqua?

Nearby attractions include Arch of Augustus, Rome (1 min walk), Lacus Juturnae, Rome (1 min walk), Temple of Castor and Pollux, Rome (2 min walk), Temple of Vesta, Rome (2 min walk).

How to get to Santa Maria Antiqua by public transport?

The nearest stations to Santa Maria Antiqua:

Bus

Fori Imperiali • Lines: 118, 51, 85, 87 (5 min walk)
Cerchi/Bocca della Verità • Lines: 118, 160, 51, 628, 81, 85, 87, C3 (6 min walk)

Metro

Colosseo • Lines: B (8 min walk)
Cavour • Lines: B (13 min walk)

Tram

Venezia • Lines: 8 (10 min walk)
Parco Celio • Lines: 3, 8 (10 min walk)

Ferry

Isola Tiberina • Lines: Battelli di Roma (13 min walk)
Ponte Cavour (28 min walk)

Train

Roma Termini (28 min walk)

Light rail

Roma Termini • Lines: Fl6, Fl7 (28 min walk)
Roma Porta San Paolo • Lines: Fc2 (29 min walk)

Trolleybus

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