ancient ruins
Hadrian's Villa
The vast ruined country retreat of Emperor Hadrian, a sprawling complex of pools, baths and pavilions.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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Monte Porzio Catone
Lazio, Italy · Europe
About Monte Porzio Catone
Monte Porzio Catone works well as a base: 5 minutes from Colonna, 16km from Appian Way.
Monte Porzio Catone is in Lazio, Italy, with about 6,800 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Colonna, about 4 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Monte Porzio Catone?
Within an hour or so of Monte Porzio Catone: Hadrian's Villa (15 km), Appian Way (16 km), Villa d'Este (Tivoli) (18 km), Colosseum (20 km).
Are there any good drives near Monte Porzio Catone?
The nearest famous roads are Appian Way, Campo Imperatore and Pescara Circuit.
Where is Monte Porzio Catone?
Monte Porzio Catone is in Lazio, Italy, about 4 km from Colonna.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 6,821
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Lazio
- Timezone
- Europe/Rome
- Coordinates
- 41.8158, 12.7143
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Italy
ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.
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Worth the detour from Monte Porzio Catone
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
famous road
Appian Way
One of the earliest and most important Roman roads, stretching from Rome to Brindisi and still lined with ancient tombs and ruins.
16 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Villa d'Este (Tivoli)
A Renaissance cardinal's villa near Rome with one of the finest Italian gardens, featuring hundreds of elaborate fountains and water features.
18 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
Colosseum
Ancient Roman amphitheatre built in 80 AD that once held 50,000 spectators for gladiatorial contests.
20 km · about 25 min drive
film location
Colosseum, Rome (Gladiator)
The real arena that the film's digital Colosseum was modelled on; the visible substructures show the gladiatorial machinery.
20 km · about 25 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.
21 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
Ducati Caffè Rome
A brand experience cafe in central Rome where Italian motorcycle heritage meets espresso culture on Via Tomacelli.
21 km · about 25 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.
21 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Monte Porzio Catone
3 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 16 kmAppian 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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