Museo delle Mura

The Museo delle Mura sits within the Porta San Sebastiano gate and displays the history of the city walls through finds and models. The building itself forms part of the original fortification and holds exhibits about Roman military architecture.

The Aurelian Wall was built starting in 270 CE and has surrounded Rome for nearly two millennia. The Porta San Sebastiano gate was always a strategic point for protecting the city and remains well preserved today.

The name refers to the walls that have surrounded and protected Rome for nearly two millennia. Visitors can see original stone blocks and understand how the city defended itself in ancient times.

Entry is straightforward, just head to Via di Porta San Sebastiano 18 and the location is well marked from the street. The museum space and walkable wall section span multiple levels, so wear comfortable shoes for exploring.

Visitors can walk on an actual section of the original wall and see arrow slits plus ancient Roman defensive features that still bear marks of age. This direct contact with the past makes the city's ancient history tangible.

Location: Rome

Founders: Ettore Muti

Official opening: 1990

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: Zetema

Part of: Museum system of Roma Capitale

Address: Via di Porta San Sebastiano, 18, 00179 Roma RM

Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-14:00; January 1 off; May 1 off; December 24 09:00-14:00; December 25 off; December 31 09:00-14:00

Phone: +390670475284

Email: museomura@zetema.it

Website: http://museodellemuraroma.it

GPS coordinates: 41.87340,12.50140

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07