Protestant Cemetery (Cimitero Acattolico)
Poetic garden cemetery—final resting place of poets, artists, and Rome’s most famous cat.
📍 Location: Via Caio Cestio, 6
⏰ Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Mon–Sat), 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Sun/holidays)
💸 Entrance Fee: €3 suggested donation
🕓 Suggested Visit Time: 30–40 minutes
🔗 Official Site: http://www.cemeteryrome.it/
🗺️ Map: View on Google Maps
About the Protestant Cemetery
Why We Love It:
A haven of peace and greenery. Noted for Keats and Shelley’s graves, and generations of artists. Every tour guide roma says it’s the most moving cemetery in Rome.
Roman Guides Insider Tip:
Visit in spring for blooming roses, or autumn for poetic atmosphere.
Local Secret:
Rome’s most famous stray cat, “Romeo,” is often found napping on a sunlit tomb.
Did You Know?
The nearby Pyramid of Cestius is a real Roman pyramid from 18 BCE.
Many epitaphs are written in English and German.
Nearby Recommendations
Pyramid of Cestius – Just outside the gate
Santa Sabina – 10 min walk on Aventine Hill
Gelateria La Romana – Ostiense favorite
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