Circus Maximus: The Heart of Ancient Rome
Discover Circus Maximus, the ancient Roman stadium where history, architecture, and stunning surroundings converge in the heart of Rome.
Explore the grandeur of Circus Maximus, Rome's ancient chariot racing stadium, where history comes alive amidst stunning ruins and picturesque surroundings. Perfect for tourists seeking a glimpse into the city's majestic past.
A brief summary to Circus Maximus
- Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, 00186, IT
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Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.
- Bring a picnic to enjoy in the surrounding park area for a unique dining experience.
- Check for any local events or festivals that may be happening during your visit.
- Wear comfortable shoes since you'll be walking over uneven terrain.
- Take advantage of the nearby public transportation options for easy access to the site.
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Getting There
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Walking
From Vatican Pinacoteca, exit the building and head south on Viale Vaticano. Continue straight for about 500 meters until you reach the intersection with Via di Porta Angelica. Turn left onto Via di Porta Angelica and walk for about 300 meters until you reach the entrance of the Vatican Museums. After visiting the Museums, exit and continue straight onto Viale Vaticano. Follow the road as it curves to the right and becomes Via della Conciliazione. Walk down this road until you reach St. Peter's Square. Once you are at St. Peter's Square, you can take Via della Conciliazione all the way down to the Tiber River. Cross the river using the Ponte Sant'Angelo bridge. After crossing, continue straight and you will arrive at Piazza Navona. From Piazza Navona, head southeast to reach your destination.
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Bus
From Vatican Pinacoteca, walk to the nearest bus stop at 'Vaticano/Porta Sant'Angelo'. Take bus line 40 in the direction of 'Stazione Termini'. Stay on the bus for about 15 minutes until you reach the stop 'Piazza di Venezia'. From there, exit the bus and you will see the famous Altare della Patria monument. Walk down Via del Corso for approximately 10 minutes, and you will reach your destination.
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Metro
From Vatican Pinacoteca, walk to the Ottaviano Metro Station. Enter the station and take Line A (the orange line) towards Anagnina. After about 5 stops, get off at the Termini station. Once at Termini, transfer to Line B (the blue line) and take it towards Laurentina. Get off at the stop 'Colosseo'. From the Colosseo Metro Station, walk for about 10 minutes to reach your destination.
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