Temple of Caesar (Tempio di Cesare) Tours

Located in the Roman Forum near the Regia and Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Caesar (Tempio di Cesare) was built in 42 BC after the senate officially deified the murdered Roman leader. The temple ruins are one of the most historically significant monuments in the vast archaeological site, as they mark the spot where Caesar was cremated.
The Basics
The Temple of Caesar (Temple of Divus Iulius) was largely dismantled in the 15th century, so little of the original structure still stands. Visit with a guide who can help interpret these and other important ruins in the Roman Forum as part of an ancient Rome tour. Most include stops at Rome’s top archaeological sites paired with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum. Travelers with children can opt for a family-friendly tour.
Things to Know Before You Go
How to Get There
The Roman Forum is located alongside the Colosseum and Palatine Hill in the center of Rome near the Colosseo station on metro line B, which also stops at the main Termini train station.
When to Get There
Visit the Roman Forum, located outdoors, in early morning or late afternoon in summer to avoid the midday heat and crowds. If visiting in winter, opt for mild days with clear skies if possible. The archaeological site tends to be less crowded midweek than on weekends.
The Legend of the Temple of the Comet Star
The Temple of Caesar is also known as the Temple of the Comet Star and is the only sacred building dating from the Roman era to be devoted to a comet. It is said that a few years after Caesar’s death, a comet appeared over Rome for seven days. Many Romans took it to be the soul of the deified Julius Caesar, as well as an endorsement of the ascension of Augustus Caesar, his successor.
The Basics
The Temple of Caesar (Temple of Divus Iulius) was largely dismantled in the 15th century, so little of the original structure still stands. Visit with a guide who can help interpret these and other important ruins in the Roman Forum as part of an ancient Rome tour. Most include stops at Rome’s top archaeological sites paired with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum. Travelers with children can opt for a family-friendly tour.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Wear a hat and comfortable shoes and apply sunscreen when visiting the Temple of Caesar, which is in the outdoor Roman Forum archaeological site.
- Visitors cannot enter the temple ruins—only view them from the outside.
- The Forum is an especially fascinating tour for Roman history enthusiasts and can be fun for kids when visited with a family-friendly guide.
- The site is accessible to wheelchair users via an elevator at the entrance, though the remains themselves are spread across rough terrain and only a portion is easy to navigate with a wheelchair.
How to Get There
The Roman Forum is located alongside the Colosseum and Palatine Hill in the center of Rome near the Colosseo station on metro line B, which also stops at the main Termini train station.
When to Get There
Visit the Roman Forum, located outdoors, in early morning or late afternoon in summer to avoid the midday heat and crowds. If visiting in winter, opt for mild days with clear skies if possible. The archaeological site tends to be less crowded midweek than on weekends.
The Legend of the Temple of the Comet Star
The Temple of Caesar is also known as the Temple of the Comet Star and is the only sacred building dating from the Roman era to be devoted to a comet. It is said that a few years after Caesar’s death, a comet appeared over Rome for seven days. Many Romans took it to be the soul of the deified Julius Caesar, as well as an endorsement of the ascension of Augustus Caesar, his successor.
Address: Via della Salara Vecchia, 5/6, Rome 00186, Italy
Admission: Varies
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The last day of Julius Caesar: from the glory to the Ides of March
Throughout this tour we will retrace the life of Julius Caesar: who he was , where did he come from and what did he want to become? We will talk about his secret loves and how they helped him to become a legend. We will talk about the hero, the genius but also the man who was.
The itinerary develops from the Palatine Hill down the Roman forum, passing by the most important places that signed the last day of life of Caesar. We will analyze step by step what happened that day of the Ides of March 44 BC.
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$217.60
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$217.60
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Self-guided Virtual Tour of Roman Forum: The Beating Heart of The Empire
Experience the Roman Forum from the comfort of your home with an engaging self-guided virtual tour, narrated in English from your PC or smartphone browser. It’s so simple! You'll receive an email with the tour link with instructions and in a couple of minutes, you will travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from the comfort of your couch!
Through the power of storytelling combined with street and satellite views, you will learn not only about historical facts but also discover unknown stories and tales of ancient and modern times that will amaze your family and friends. The tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online and you can access it repeatedly and anytime.
This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the pulsating heart of Ancient Rome and immerse yourself in the surroundings in an entirely innovative way.
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$22.25
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$22.25
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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