Temple of Augustus and Rome Tours and Tickets

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There’s no admission fee to visit the Temple of Augustus and Rome, although the open-air ruins can be viewed for free from behind the perimeter wall. To visit the site on a guided tour, expect to pay from US$35 per person, or US$233 per group for a private walking tour of Ankara.

Yes. The ruins of the Temple of Augustus and Rome are a must-see for history buffs, renowned for the Roman-era inscriptions of the Deeds of the Divine Augustus that adorn its walls. However, be aware that it’s not possible to enter the archaeological site and see the inscriptions up close.

The Temple of Augustus and Rome is famous for the ancient inscriptions of the Deeds of the Divine Augustus on its walls, a text written by the first Roman Emperor that recounts his life and works. It’s one of the most complete and best-preserved inscriptions of its kind in the world.

The Temple of Augustus and Rome is located just north of downtown Ankara, and can be reached on foot from most of the central attractions; it’s about a 20-minute walk from Ankara Castle. The closest subway station is Ulus (Line M1-2-3), also about a 20-minute walk away.

The Temple of Augustus and Rome was built between 25 and 20 BC in honor of Rome’s first emperor, after his death. It was later used as a Byzantine church and, in the 15th century, the Ottomans incorporated it into the Hacı Bayram Mosque, which still overlooks the ruins today.