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Arch of Septimius Severus
CultureVisit: ~15 min
Triumphal arch with three bays, built in AD 203 at the north-west end of the Roman Forum, at the foot of the Capitoline Hill. It is dedicated to the emperor Septimius Severus and his sons Caracalla and Geta for victories over the Parthians. Its reliefs narrate military campaigns and the inscription runs along the attic. It is seen from the Forum, next to the Curia and the Rostra.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Arch of Septimius Severus: 2 missions
- Find the battle reliefs on the piersGo up to the sides of the arch and find the relief panels above the side passages, with scenes of the campaigns against the Parthians.
- Photograph the arch with the Capitoline behindStand in front of the arch in the Forum and frame the three bays with the Capitoline Hill in the background.
Near Arch of Septimius Severus
Foro Romano73 m awayBasilica Aemilia125 m awayPlaza del Campidoglio154 m awayCapitoline Museums165 m awayPiazza del Campidoglio175 m awaySanta Maria Antiqua207 m away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Arch of Septimius Severus?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Arch of Septimius Severus?
Find the battle reliefs on the piers and Photograph the arch with the Capitoline behind.
What is there to see near Arch of Septimius Severus?
Foro Romano (73 m), Basilica Aemilia (125 m) and Plaza del Campidoglio (154 m).
Source: Wikipedia