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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Baths of Trajan.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Discover the majestic Baths of Trajan in Rome, an ancient marvel showcasing the opulence of Roman bathing culture and engineering brilliance.
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of ancient Rome at the Baths of Trajan, a monumental archaeological site that showcases the opulence of Roman bathing culture. This remarkable museum invites tourists to discover the architectural marvels and historical significance of one of Rome's largest thermae, built in the early 2nd century AD.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Baths of Trajan.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Walking
From the Sistine Chapel, exit and head towards the main entrance of the Vatican Museums. Once outside, turn left onto Viale Vaticano. Continue walking straight for about 10 minutes until you reach the intersection with Via di Porta Pinciana. Cross the street and continue straight onto Via della Domus Aurea. The Baths of Trajan will be on your right at Via della Domus Aurea, 1.
Walking
After visiting the Sistine Chapel, walk through the Vatican Museums until you reach the exit. Once outside, take a right onto Viale Vaticano. Keep walking straight until you reach the intersection with Via Nazionale. Turn right onto Via Nazionale and continue walking until you reach Via della Domus Aurea. Turn left, and the Baths of Trajan will be ahead on your left.
Walking
Exit the Sistine Chapel and walk back through the Vatican Museums. Upon exiting, turn left and head towards the main street, Viale Vaticano. Walk straight for about 1 kilometer until you reach Piazza della Repubblica. From there, walk down Via di Villa Peretti, which leads directly to Via della Domus Aurea. You will find the Baths of Trajan on your right at number 1.
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