Mausoleum  of  Augustus

By Dion Protani
Latest update: 13 December 2021
The Mausoleum of Augustus was built as an elaborate burial chamber for Octavian, the first Roman Emperor in 28 BC. 

Since the 1970's, the unusual circular construction was closed to the public in a state of disrepair, but was reopened in March 2021 after a €6 million grant to restore it. Situated close to the Ara Pacis museum, it's now one of the most important visitor sites in Rome.
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City: Rome

Province: Metropolitan City of Rome

Region: Lazio

Built: 28 BC

Nearest Metro stop: Spagna - Line A - 750 m - 9 minute walk​
Opening times: 

27 March - 21 April - 09:00 - 17:00 every day
22 April - 30 September - 09:00 - 19:00 every day
1 October - 14 October - 09:00 - 18:30 every day
15 October - 30 October - 09:00 - 18:15 every day
31 October - 26 March - 09:00 - 16:00 every day

Ticket prices: adults €4
Tickets to visit the Mausoleum of Augustus must be pre-booked via the official website here.
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in the City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura

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