The Santa Croce in Gerusalemme archaeological area, a site rich in history and mythology, is located in the Esquilino district in the centre of Rome.
In this incredible archaeological complex just inside the Aurelian Walls you can admire the remains of the imperial residence of the Severans, built between the end of the 2nd and the start of the 3rd century A.D.
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Opening days
Site temporarily closeded
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Opening times
Access only with guided tour with compulsory reservation
- Singles
guided tour
every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month - Groups
guided tour / accompanied visit
every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
- Singles
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Closing
August
- Web Archaeological Complex of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
Not accessible
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Info Reservation
+39 0639967702
HISTORY
Of the residential complex you can admire the older part with the ruins of some domus, probably reserved for court dignitaries and decorated with precious black and white mosaics and portraits of the house’s owners. You can also see some parts of the imperial palace expanded in the 4th century A.D. by Constantine and his mother Helena, which made up the public basilica, also known as the “Temple of Venus and Cupid”.
In the area you will also find the ruins of the Amphitheatrum Castrense, the second Roman amphitheatre conserved after the Colosseum, reserved for the imperial court and designed to seat “only” 3,500 spectators. Don’t miss the inside of the amphitheatre, occupied by the vegetable garden of the monks of the nearby monastery, whose iron and glass entrance gate was designed by Jannis Kounellis.
Visiting the archaeological area of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme is an experience you won’t forget. Here you will discover a unique place that lifts the lid on part of Rome’s long history.
The Santa Croce in Gerusalemme complex is included in the “Hidden archaeology” programme, a series of exclusive openings of archaeological sites usually closed to the public.
To find out more ask for information on our programme of guided tours.
Services
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Visits
for individuals by reservation
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Visits
for groups and schools by reservation
available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
Additional Info
Access only with guided or accompanied tour.
Reservation required
Where
Piazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, 7 Rome (RM)
Transportation
Metro: line A, stop on San Giovanni o Manzoni
Bus: 571, 649 stop on Via Carlo Felice.
Tram: 3 stop on Viale Carlo Felice.
Visiting Rules
- The visitor, wearing a face mask, must arrive at the site already in possession of his/her reservation code and confirmation, 10 minutes before the booked visit time.
- At the entrance your body temperature will be checked. If a body temperature above 37.5 ° C is registered, you will not be allowed to enter the site.
- Inside the site it will be compulsory to wear personal protective equipment.
- It is necessary to maintain a distance of 1 meter between visitors at all times
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
