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Clivus Capitolinus at a Glance#

Address: Clivus Capitolinus, Capitoline Hill, Rome, Italy

Hours: Open 24 hours (public thoroughfare)

Admission: Free (public ancient street; access to nearby museums/archaeological sites may have fees)

About Clivus Capitolinus#

An ancient paved street on the Capitoline Hill in Rome that connected the Roman Forum with the summit area and the Temple of Jupiter Capitolinus. The Clivus Capitolinus is one of the oldest named streets in the city and was a principal ascent to the Capitoline.

Remains of the original paving and alignments are visible among the ruins of the Forum and the Capitoline precinct, and the route is identifiable in the archaeological layers. The street functioned as a primary arterial way within the political and religious heart of ancient Rome.

The road dates to the early historical phases of Rome and was used throughout the Republican and Imperial periods for official processions, including triumphal entries. Its course and stones were reused and altered over centuries as the urban fabric changed.

The Clivus Capitolinus runs up Capitoline Hill from the area of the Roman Forum toward the Capitoline plateau, immediately west of the forum excavations and near other major ancient monuments. It lies within the historic center of Rome, adjacent to the archaeological park.

Triumphal route: It formed part of the processional route to the Capitoline temple and was associated with Roman triumphs and official ceremonies.

How to Get to Clivus Capitolinus#

From the Roman Forum or Piazza del Campidoglio, the Clivus Capitolinus is a short, signposted walk. The area is central and reachable on foot from many historic sites; nearest metro stations include Colosseo (Line B) with a 10-15 minute walk.

Tips for Visiting Clivus Capitolinus#

Visit early morning to see the Capitoline Hill before the tourist crowds head there; the light catches the ancient stone nicely.
Combine a visit with the Capitoline Museums and the Roman Forum - the Clivus Capitolinus brings those sites into an accessible walking route.
Wear good shoes; the ancient paving stones are uneven and often worn smooth.

Best Time to Visit Clivus Capitolinus#

Best visited April-June and September-October for pleasant weather and thinner crowds in central Rome.

Spring-Autumn

Apr-Oct · 12-28°C (54-82°F)

Best walking weather for exploring Rome's archaeological core; busiest months are May-September.

Winter

Nov-Mar · 3-14°C (37-57°F)

Colder and quieter; some museums have reduced hours but crowds are lighter.

Weather & Climate near Clivus Capitolinus#

Climate

Clivus Capitolinus's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (705 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 55 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

41°

Warmest Month

-5°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Acceptable	4° - 12°	7°	73 mm	partly cloudy	81%	1.9 m/s	0.2 low	9.4h
February	Good	4° - 13°	8°	67 mm	partly cloudy	79%	2.1 m/s	0.4 low	10.5h
March	Very Good	6° - 16°	11°	58 mm	partly cloudy	76%	2.4 m/s	0.7 moderate	11.8h
April	Very Good	8° - 18°	13°	57 mm	partly cloudy	72%	2.5 m/s	1.2 high	13.2h
May	Excellent	12° - 23°	18°	41 mm	some cloud	68%	2.1 m/s	1.7 very high	14.4h
June	Ideal	16° - 27°	22°	30 mm	mostly sunny	62%	2.2 m/s	2.1 extreme	15.0h
July	Ideal	19° - 30°	25°	15 mm	clear	55%	2.3 m/s	2.2 extreme	14.7h
August	Ideal	19° - 30°	25°	33 mm	clear	55%	2.2 m/s	1.8 very high	13.7h
September	Excellent	16° - 27°	21°	64 mm	mostly sunny	64%	2.0 m/s	1.2 high	12.3h
October	Very Good	12° - 22°	17°	88 mm	some cloud	73%	1.8 m/s	0.7 moderate	11.0h
November	Good	8° - 16°	12°	96 mm	partly cloudy	80%	1.9 m/s	0.3 low	9.7h
December	Acceptable	5° - 13°	8°	83 mm	partly cloudy	81%	2.1 m/s	0.2 low	9.1h