Largo di Torre Argentina

About

Walk among ancient ruins where caesar met his end, now a cat sanctuary.

Why go

• Stand on the exact spot where julius caesar was assassinated
• One moment you’re crossing a square, the next you’re standing where history changed forever
• Cats roaming freely on 2000 year old roman ruins

Must try

• See the site where julius caesar was assassinated
• Visit the cat sanctuary
• Walk through the ruins
• See the remains of four ancient republican roman temples
• Historical reenactment of the ides of march

Pro tips

• You can see the ruins for free from street level
• Tickets cost €7 to walk down inside the archaeological area
• 20-30 Minute walk from the colosseum
• Nearby landmarks: pantheon, trevi fountain
• Donations to the sanctuary are welcome

Good to know

• Avoid visiting the cat sanctuary if a volunteer is rude

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (37708 reviews)

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