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Castro Pretorio

Lazio, Italy · Europe

About Castro Pretorio

Castro Pretorio works well as a base: 2km from Pantheon.

Castro Pretorio is a town located in Lazio, Italy. With a population of 5,228, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Castro Pretorio sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Castro Pretorio to your route.

About Castro Pretorio

Castro Pretorio is the 18th rione of Rome, Italy, identified by the initials R. XVIII, and it is located within the Municipio I. The rione takes its name by the ruins of the Castrum Praetorium, the barracks of the Praetorian Guard, included in the Aurelian Walls.

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Castro Pretorio offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Castro Pretorio located?

Castro Pretorio is located in Lazio, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 41.9069 latitude, 12.5038 longitude.

What is the population of Castro Pretorio?

Castro Pretorio has a population of approximately 5,228 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
5,228
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Lazio
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
41.9069, 12.5038

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Castro Pretorio

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Galleria Borghese

An intimate villa museum with breathtaking Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian.

1 km · about 5 min drive

ancient ruins

Pantheon

A perfectly preserved 2,000-year-old Roman temple with the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome and its iconic oculus.

2 km · about 5 min drive

ancient ruins

Roman Forum

The sprawling ruins of the political and social heart of ancient Rome, once the center of the most powerful empire in the Western world.

2 km · about 5 min drive

cafe

Ducati Caffè Rome

A brand experience cafe in central Rome where Italian motorcycle heritage meets espresso culture on Via Tomacelli.

2 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Colosseum

Ancient Roman amphitheatre built in 80 AD that once held 50,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests.

2 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Trevi Fountain

Rome's largest and most famous baroque fountain where visitors toss coins to ensure their return to the Eternal City.

2 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Spanish Steps

A monumental stairway of 135 steps in the heart of Rome connecting Piazza di Spagna to the Trinita dei Monti church.

2 km · about 5 min drive

castle

Castel Sant'Angelo

A towering cylindrical fortress on the banks of the Tiber in Rome, originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian.

3 km · about 5 min drive

Driving roads near Castro Pretorio

  • Right hereAppian WayOne of the earliest and most important Roman roads, stretching from Rome to Brindisi and still lined with ancient tombs and ruins.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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