ROME, Jan 11 (Reuters) - A marble map of ancient Rome, that hasn't been put on public view for almost 100 years, is getting its very own museum within sight of the Colosseum.

Rome authorities this month opened a new archaeological park and museum in the shadow of the Colosseum that features an original marble map of Ancient Rome that visitors can literally walk over.

The 1748 Nolli Map of Rome is the best map of any city ever for three reasons: accuracy, detail, and influence. I’m not going to say it’s THE MOST accurate, detailed, or influential map ever ...

You're wandering through Ancient Rome, but here's Bernini, a burst of baroque. Southwards, past the villa of fourth-century Emperor Maxentius, is the medieval Castrum Caetani, a fortified hamlet.

A version of this article appears in print on Jan. 27, 2023, Section A, Page 6 of the New York edition with the headline: After a Dig, a Road From Ancient Rome Will Remain a Mystery.

The McDonald's is in Frattocchie, about 12 miles southeast of Rome. A McDonald's featuring a path that connects to ancient Rome's most famous road is in Frattocchie. Google Maps.

History buffs will be able to stroll close to the spot where legend says Julius Caesar met his bloody end, when Rome authorities open a new walkway on the ancient site on Tuesday.