Inside the wonderful Parco del Colle Oppio you’ll find the entrance to the luxury residence of Emperor Nero.
A unique experience that will take you into the heart of a genuine archaeological dig where you can observe the recovery and restoration phases ‘live’ and at the same time relive the dreams of a somewhat “extravagant” emperor.
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Opening days
from Friday to Sunday: construction site and exhibition
from Monday to Thursday: exhibition only- quota entrances and shifts of up to 23 people every 15 minutes (guide included)
- compulsory guided tour, extended to the whole monument
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Closing
14 july, 1 august and 25 september
31 july closed from 14.00 to 17.00
2 agosto closed until 11:00 - Web Domus Aurea
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
Accessible site
The “Domus”, or house, which according to the Emperor had to be “Aurea” (golden) because it had to reflect the light he emitted as the sun God, was built by Nero following the terrible fire that destroyed a large part of Rome in 64 A.D. However, Nero died a few years later and the residence only outlived him for a handful of years: palazzi, gardens, porticos, fountains and statues were soon destroyed, obliterated, demolished. Forgotten for centuries.
VISITING THE DOMUS
Currently the Domus Aurea consists of the pavilion on the Oppian Hill, where you can admire the Nymphaeum, the Golden Vault Room and the large Octagonal Room.
A visit to the Domus Aurea is a unique experience thanks to a site-specific immersive reality and video-based project which enhances the experience with multimedia installations such as the videomapping of large surfaces and virtual reality. During your trip you can watch a “sensory” projection in the entrance hall and enjoy a virtual reality experience in the Golden Vault Room.
You will discover more than you had bargained for every time you visit the Domus Aurea. A place where the architects of the past and the engineers of today have joined forces to guarantee you an unforgettable experience. All you need do is book your visit. We look forward to seeing you!
Services
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Visits
for individuals by reservation
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Visits
for groups by reservation
available in Italian
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Didactics for schools
by reservation
available in Italian
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Additional Info
- Admission only with guided or accompanied tour. Reservation required online or via call center.
- The access is allowed to a maximum of 23 people, including guides and companions, for each time slot.
- Inside the Domus the temperature is around 10 degrees. Appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended
- It is not possible to leave luggage.
Where
Via di Serapide snc
Transportation
The Domus Aurea is in the Via di Serapide snc
View the entrances on the map.
Metro: line B station Colosseo
Bus: n. 85, 87, 175, 810, 850
