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The 14 major tourist sites in Rome and some of the surroundings: the ancient and archaeological sites (Colosseum, Pantheon, Roman Forum), monuments (Trevi Fountain), basilicas (Saint Peter’s), monumental squares (Navona Square, St. Peter’s Square and Spanish Steps), and the great museums (Vatican, Capitol, Borghese Gallery).

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Colosseum

Overview of the Colosseum

Discovery of the Colosseum, schedules, information and visit of the emblematic ancient building of Rome, architecture and history of the monuments of the city.

The Roman Forum of Rome

The Roman Forum of Rome

The Roman Forum is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites of the Roman world, a remarkable opportunity to travel back in time.A full visit may take several hours to explore its countless remains and delve into the rich history of its many buildings. The Via Sacra, an ancient paved street, runs through the site […]

Pantheon of Rome

Pantheon of Rome

The Pantheon, one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Rome, is an essential stop to understand Roman history.Designed as a temple dedicated to the Roman gods, this masterpiece is an exceptional example of Roman architecture, not only by its style but also by the technical ingenuity it reveals.It stands out for the harmonization of several […]

Piazza del Campidoglio

Piazza del Campidoglio

The Capitoline Hill Square, spiritual heart of Rome, rises on the hill that has been the city’s centre since its origins. Designed by Michelangelo in the 16th century, it is a masterpiece of harmony. From this peaceful site and its surroundings emanates the full force of Roman history, mixed with an inspiring energy and profound […]

Capitoline Museums

Capitoline Museums

The Capitoline Museums, or *Musei Capitolini* in Italian, are located in the palaces on Capitoline Hill—namely the Palazzo Nuovo and the Palazzo dei Conservatori. They are the first museum in Rome to visit for anyone interested in Roman antiquity. Their vast collections, largely dedicated to antiquity, house many masterpieces, including statues and archaeological artefacts, as […]

Piazza Navona: a masterpiece of Baroque art

Piazza Navona: a masterpiece of Baroque art

The magnificent Navona Square, Piazza Navona in Italian, is among the most iconic squares of Rome. One of the liveliest and most frequented places in the city, with painter‑artists, chic café and restaurant terraces.Baroque found one of its most majestic expressions here in the buildings and the three beautiful fountains, most notably the famous Fountain […]

Piazza di Spagna and Spanish Steps

Piazza di Spagna and Spanish Steps

In an upscale area of the Rione Colonna, Rome’s Spanish Steps Square (“Piazza di Spagna” in Italian) is one of the most famous squares in Rome and the most original due to its uncommon shape. It is characterized by the large Baroque staircase of the Trinità dei Monti, a true monument climbing from the Fountain […]

Trevi Fountain, a baroque masterpiece

Trevi Fountain, a baroque masterpiece

The Trevi Fountain is undoubtedly the most famous fountain in Rome. A true Baroque masterpiece, it embodies the magic of the city and its majestic, accomplished art. Its worldwide fame is partly due to its place in the collective imagination since the iconic scene in La Dolce Vita by Fellini. Traditions around the Fountain In […]

Appian Way Regional Park

Appian Way Regional Park

The Appian Way, the first paved road built by the Romans, leads southeast out of Rome through the Saint Sebastian Gate. A large natural and archaeological park has been developed along it and in the surrounding areas, covering 3,500 hectares, with its many mausoleums and funerary monuments, Jewish and Christian catacombs, villas, and Roman buildings.It’s […]

National Roman Museum

National Roman Museum

The National Roman Museum was established in 1889 to preserve and showcase the remains of ancient Rome. It houses the most important archaeological collection in the world, gathering artifacts discovered during excavations in the city and its surroundings. This institution is spread across four landmark sites in Rome, each offering a different perspective on Roman […]

Borghese Gallery

Borghese Gallery

The Borghese Gallery (“Galleria Borghese” in Italian) is located within the vast Villa Borghese Park, in a palace of the same name built in the 17th century by Flaminio Ponzio. It is one of the most prestigious museums in Rome, with the important Borghese Collection comprising paintings, sculptures, and antiquities. Particularly notable are the Greco-Roman […]

Saint Peter’s Square in Rome

Saint Peter’s Square in Rome

St. Peter’s Square (Piazza San Pietro), located in front of the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, is an iconic Baroque architectural masterpiece. A true gathering place for the faithful, it hosts papal religious celebrations and remains one of the most visited sites in the world. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful […]

Vatican Museums

Vatican Museums

General Overview The Vatican Museums, located in the heart of the Vatican City, are among the world’s most prestigious and extensive museum complexes. Housed within the Papal Palaces—masterpieces of Renaissance architecture in themselves—they hold an exceptional collection accumulated over centuries by the popes.With 12 museums, 1,400 rooms, and a 7-kilometer itinerary, they offer a journey […]

Etruscan necropolises of Cerveteri

Etruscan necropolises of Cerveteri

The necropolises of Cerveteri, located 45 km northwest of Rome, notably the Banditaccia site, are among the most remarkable Etruscan funerary sites. They feature a vast and unique ensemble of tombs mainly dating from the 9th to the 3rd century BC.The burials, either carved into tuff or built as tumuli, reveal elaborate architecture and elements […]

Hadrian’s Villa : the imperial villa in Tivoli near Rome

Hadrian’s Villa : the imperial villa in Tivoli near Rome

The archaeological site of Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana in Italian) is one of the largest and most impressive architectural complexes of ancient Rome.Located about 25 km from Rome, this villa was built by Emperor Hadrian starting in the year 126 AD, to serve as his residence.It was abandoned with the fall of the Western Roman […]