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Temple of Vesta
CultureVisit: ~15 min
Circular temple in the Roman Forum where the Vestal Virgins kept the city's sacred fire burning. Rebuilt after the fire of 191 by Julia Domna, it now preserves its base and part of the columns, reconstructed in the 20th century. It is next to the House of the Vestals.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Temple of Vesta: 2 missions
- Visit the neighbouring House of the VestalsLook over the ruins of the house where the priestesses lived and its courtyard with ponds.
- Walk around the circular Temple of VestaWalk around the podium and notice how the missing part was completed with modern columns.
Near Temple of Vesta
Temple of Castor and Pollux54 m awayTemple of Antoninus and Faustina62 m awaySanta Maria Antiqua94 m awayBasilica Aemilia94 m awayRoman Forum100 m awayCuria Julia154 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Temple of Vesta?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
Source: Wikipedia - Temple of Vesta