Tartarughe Fountain in Rome: photos, reviews

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Fontana delle Tartarughe, located in Piazza Mattei in Rome's Jewish Quarter, is an enchanting blend of whimsy and history. Designed by Giacomo della Porta between 1581-88 and later enhanced by Bernini's addition of playful turtles in 1658, this exquisite fountain captivates visitors with its intricate sculptures. Four youthful figures stand atop dolphins, with water gracefully spouting from the dolphins and open shells. This Renaissance masterpiece, considered a gem of the era, is not just for show-historically, it provided essential water to the local neighborhood. With an impressive 4.5-star rating on Google, it's a delightful spot for families and pet owners to enjoy.

Features

Pets allowed, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Argentina

Bus stop 261 m walk

Via Torre Argentina

Bus stop 172 m walk

Arenula/Cairoli

Bus stop 116 m walk

Lgt De' Cenci

Bus stop 223 m walk

Arenula/Min. G. Giustizia

Bus stop 280 m walk

4.5

based on 6,527 reviews

Google

4.5/5 6,527 reviews

Lorenzo Visconti

Luogo affascinante e incantevole la fontana sembra quasi magica

giuseppe natale

Una delle più belle fontane di Roma,che di suo ne ha tante bellissime.

Håkan Nilsson

Mysig liten fontän vid ett torg med bra lunchrestaurang.

Tartarughe Fountain in Rome

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