Temple d'August, Barcelona

Name: Temple d'August
Address: Carrer del Paradís 10, Barcelona, 08002, Spain
Telephone: +35 93 256 21 22

#97 among attractions in Barcelona

Historical place, Temple

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Facts and practical information

The Temple of Augustus in Barcelona was a Roman temple built during the Imperial period in the colony of Barcino. The temple was the central building on Tàber Hill, currently in Carrer del Paradís number 10, in the city's so-called Gothic Quarter. The dedication to Augustus is traditional, but unproven. ()

Local name: Templo de Augusto Coordinates: 41°23'0"N, 2°10'38"E

Address

Carrer del Paradís 10Ciutat Vella (El Barri Gòtic)Barcelona 08002 Spain

Contact

+35 93 256 21 22

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Day trips

Temple d'August – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Picasso Museum, Barcelona Cathedral, Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Palau Reial Major.

~1270 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Picasso Museum, Barcelona
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~410 ftW
Landmark 13th-century place of worship
Barcelona Cathedral, Barcelona
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~270 ftSW
Medieval building and seat of government
Palau de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Barcelona
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~840 ftNW
Gothic architecture, Palace
Palau Reial Major, Barcelona
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~220 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
Museum of the History of Barcelona, Barcelona
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the Museum of the History of Barcelona (MUHBA) offers a unique journey through the city's rich past. This cultural institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the historical heritage of Barcelona, from its...
~260 ftS
Square lined with prominent landmarks
Plaça Sant Jaume, Barcelona
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, Plaça Sant Jaume is a historic square that serves as a central hub for both political and social gatherings. This open space is framed by two of the city's most significant buildings: the City Hall of Barcelona...
~340 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museu Frederic Marès, Barcelona
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~950 ftW
14th-century Gothic basilica with views
Bar Del Pi, Barcelona
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~230 ftN
Monuments and statues
Topos V, Barcelona
2 min walk • Topos V, or simply Topos, is a sculpture by the Basque artist Eduardo Chillida, standing at Plaça del Rei in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona.
~260 ftN
Square
Plaça del Rei, Barcelona
2 min walk • Plaça del Rei is a 14th-century medieval public square in the Barri Gòtic of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The square is surrounded by the Palau Reial Major including the Saló del Tinell, the Palau del Lloctinent, the 15th-century tower Mirador del Rei Martí, and the Capella Reial de Santa Àgata.
~1180 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Shopping
Museu Tèxtil i d'Indumentària, Barcelona
6 min walk • The Museu Tèxtil i d'Indumentària, in English Textile and Clothing Museum, is a museum opened on 1982 and located in the Palau Reial de Pedralbes in Barcelona. The museum possesses countless objects and pieces of major artistic and historical value that make up their collections of garments, fabrics and jewellery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Temple d'August?

Nearby attractions include Gothic Quarter, Barcelona (1 min walk), Museum of the History of Barcelona, Barcelona (2 min walk), Topos V, Barcelona (2 min walk), Plaça Sant Jaume, Barcelona (2 min walk).

How to get to Temple d'August by public transport?

The nearest stations to Temple d'August:

Metro

Jaume I • Lines: L4 (3 min walk)
Liceu • Lines: L3 (7 min walk)

Bus

Via Laietana - Pl. Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (3 min walk)
Via Laietana - Pl Ramon Berenguer • Lines: 120, 47, N28, N8, V15, V17 (4 min walk)

Train

Barcelona - Estació de França (12 min walk)
Barcelona - Plaça Catalunya (13 min walk)

Ferry

Puerto de Barcelona (17 min walk)
Barcelona (29 min walk)

Tram

Wellington • Lines: T4 (20 min walk)
Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica • Lines: T4 (21 min walk)