Temple of Apollo Palatinus Archaeological Site
Ancient Roman temple on the Palatine Hill
On Rome's Palatine Hill, the Temple of Apollo Palatinus-built under Augustus-leaves archaeological traces near imperial palaces; visitors combine the ruins with Palatine and Forum walks.
Temple of Apollo Palatinus at a Glance#
Address: Palatine Hill, Rome (access via Foro Romano/Colosseo entries)
Website: https://parcocolosseo.it/en/
Hours: Typical Colosseum/Parco Archaeologico hours: Daily 8:30am-7:00pm (hours vary seasonally)
Admission: Included with Roma Archaeological Park / Colosseum ticket (standard adult ticket ~€18; reduced rates available)
About Temple of Apollo Palatinus#
The Temple of Apollo Palatinus was a temple on Rome’s Palatine Hill built under the emperor Augustus and dedicated in 28 BCE. It served as a major religious and cultural monument within the imperial quarter.
Ruins and archaeological traces of the temple survive within the Palatine Hill archaeological area and are visited as part of tours of the Palatine and Roman Forum. The site is notable for its direct association with Augustus and the early imperial cult.
Construction was commissioned by Augustus following his political ascendancy and the temple was dedicated in 28 BCE as part of Augustan building programmes that linked the emperor to Apollo. The building functioned in the imperial cult and as a marked statement of Augustan ideology.
Situated on the Palatine Hill in Rome, the temple stands within the archaeological complex that includes imperial palaces and other Augustan-era monuments, overlooking the Roman Forum.
- Augustan foundation: Dedicated by the emperor Augustus in 28 BCE and associated with the imperial presence on the Palatine Hill.
How to Get to Temple of Apollo Palatinus#
The Palatine Hill is reached through the Colosseum/Foro Romano archaeological complex. From the Colosseo metro stop (Line B) enter the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo and follow signs to the Palatine. Tickets cover access to Colosseum, Forum and Palatine.
Tips for Visiting Temple of Apollo Palatinus#
- Access the Temple of Apollo Palatinus from the Palatine Hill entrance-tickets are the same as for the Colosseum/Roman Forum; avoid queues by booking a timed Colosseum ticket online.
- Bring a map of the Palatine: ruins are dispersed and signage can be sparse around excavated foundations.
- Visit at golden hour-sunlight softens the brickwork and offers classic views over the Forum.
Best Time to Visit Temple of Apollo Palatinus#
Spring and autumn balance good weather with manageable crowds; the Palatine is exposed so avoid the hottest summer afternoons.
Weather & Climate near Temple of Apollo Palatinus#
Temple of Apollo Palatinus'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 (713 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 7° | 74 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° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 58 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° | 65 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 89 mm | some cloud | 73% | 1.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 8° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
