Temple of Neptune

The Temple of Neptune is an ancient Roman religious structure that stood in the Campus Martius district near the Circus Flaminius. The exact location of the temple remains unknown today and the original building is considered destroyed.

The structure was built around 220 BC and first appears in written records in 206 BC. These early references show the temple's importance to the growing Roman community.

The temple was dedicated to Neptune and housed a notable sculpture collection by the artist Scopas depicting the god with sea creatures. This work held religious significance for the Romans as a center of marine worship.

The site is located in Rome's historic center, but direct visits are not possible as the remains have been lost. Travelers interested in ancient Roman locations can see surviving artworks from the site in one or two museums.

A large artwork from the site called the Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus was divided and now sits in two different European museums. This fate shows how scattered the remains of ancient Roman structures have become across the world.

Location: Rome

GPS coordinates: 41.89460,12.47420

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51