Where it is

The Basilica of San Lorenzo fuori le Mura sits along the Via Tiburtina, in the San Lorenzo district, east of central Rome, next to the Verano monumental cemetery and not far from Termini Station and Tiburtina Station. It lies in an area well served by surface transit, at the heart of Rome's university life.

By tram

The most characterful way to arrive is by tram: several lines (such as the 3 and the 19) connect the San Lorenzo area with the center, San Giovanni, Villa Borghese, and the surrounding neighborhoods, with stops close to the basilica and the Verano.

By bus

The area is also served by numerous bus lines along the Via Tiburtina and through the district's streets, convenient from Termini and the nearby areas.

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By metro (with a transfer)

The nearest metro stop is usually on Line B (Termini/Tiburtina/Bologna area), from which you continue by tram or bus toward San Lorenzo. As is often the case, tram and bus are the more direct way to reach the basilica in this area.

By car and with a private driver (NCC)

The area is densely populated and traffic on the Via Tiburtina can be heavy; parking is no easy task, especially near the Verano. With a private driver (NCC) the visit is far smoother: you're dropped right in front of the basilica while the driver handles transfers and waiting time, ideal for pairing San Lorenzo with a tour of the basilicas outside the walls or with a stroll through the district and the Verano, with no parking worries.

Suggested itinerary

San Lorenzo fuori le Mura pairs well with:

  • The Campo Verano, the monumental cemetery next door.
  • The San Lorenzo district, with its bars and street art.
  • A route among the basilicas outside the walls (San Paolo, Sant'Agnese).
  • The Termini and San Giovanni areas, reachable by tram.

Frequently asked questions

Which tram goes to San Lorenzo fuori le Mura? Lines such as the 3 and the 19 connect the San Lorenzo area with the center and the surrounding neighborhoods, with stops close to the basilica.

Is there a metro nearby? Not right in front of the basilica: the nearest stops (Line B) then require a tram or a bus. In this area, tram and bus are more direct.

Is driving worth it? Traffic on the Tiburtina can be heavy and parking difficult. A private driver is far more convenient, dropping you right in front of the basilica.

What pairs well with the visit? The Campo Verano, the San Lorenzo district, and a route among the basilicas outside the walls such as San Paolo and Sant'Agnese.

Is it far from the center? It's east of the center, on the Via Tiburtina, but close to Termini and well connected by tram and bus.

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Article #519 · Category: Transport · Updated: May 2026