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Rome, Italy

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Rome

Italy

Best things to do in Rome

60 curated attractions in Rome, Italy. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - October

Average temp

15°C/59°F

Budget

Expensive

Safety

Take care

About Rome

Rome, a city steeped in layers of history and famous for its ancient ruins, is built around the remnants of an empire that once spanned continents. The Colosseum and Roman Forum dominate the landscape, serving as a reminder of the grandeur that once was, while St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican pull in visitors from around the globe who are curious about the interplay of art and religion. The squares like Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain draw crowds, while Trastevere offers a different vibe with its lively streets and local eateries. The culinary scene is a major draw as well, with carbs in the form of pasta and pizza available at every turn, ensuring no one goes hungry. Whether you're marveling at the Sistine Chapel or simply enjoying the street life, it's the rich history and food that keep people coming back.

Who it's for

History buffs, food lovers, and anyone who enjoys a good people-watching spot will feel right at home here. However, if you're looking for peace and quiet, or dislike large crowds, you might find yourself overwhelmed in the heart of this city.

Getting around

Public transport: Very Good

  • The city center is compact enough to walk across in about thirty minutes, with most sights close together
  • The Metro is efficient, but keep in mind that stations can be far from major attractions
  • Buses and trams cover the city well, though traffic can be unpredictable
  • Taxis are available but often caught in the same gridlock
Piazza del Campidoglio

Piazza del Campidoglio

Squares & plazas
Pincio Terrace

Pincio Terrace

Scenic viewpoints
Monti District

Monti District

Streets & neighbourhoods
Villa Borghese Gardens

Villa Borghese Gardens

City parks
Piazza di Spagna

Piazza di Spagna

Squares & plazas
Villa Borghese

Villa Borghese

City parks
Theatre of Marcellus

Theatre of Marcellus

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Santa Maria in Aracoeli Basilica

Santa Maria in Aracoeli Basilica

Religious
Piazza Cavour

Piazza Cavour

Squares & plazas
Piazza Venezia

Piazza Venezia

Squares & plazas
Capitoline Museums

Capitoline Museums

Art museums & galleries
Trastevere Walk

Trastevere Walk

Streets & neighbourhoods
Ponte Sisto

Ponte Sisto

Bridges
Pyramid of Caius Cestius

Pyramid of Caius Cestius

Historical
Capitoline Hill

Capitoline Hill

Squares & plazas
Largo di Torre Argentina

Largo di Torre Argentina

Historical
Altar of the Fatherland

Altar of the Fatherland

Monuments & memorials
Via Appia Antica

Via Appia Antica

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Ponte Milvio

Ponte Milvio

Bridges
Quartiere Coppedè

Quartiere Coppedè

Streets & neighbourhoods
Palazzo Colonna

Palazzo Colonna

Cultural & Heritage Sites
Via Margutta

Via Margutta

Streets & neighbourhoods
Colosseum

Colosseum

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Sant'Ignazio Church

Sant'Ignazio Church

Churches & cathedrals
Arch of Constantine

Arch of Constantine

Monuments & memorials
Santa Maria della Vittoria

Santa Maria della Vittoria

Churches & cathedrals
Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore

Churches & cathedrals
Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II

Monuments & memorials
Roman Forum

Roman Forum

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Via dei Coronari

Via dei Coronari

Streets & neighbourhoods
San Luigi dei Francesi

San Luigi dei Francesi

Churches & cathedrals
St. Peter's Basilica

St. Peter's Basilica

Churches & cathedrals
Pantheon

Pantheon

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Piazza del Popolo

Piazza del Popolo

Squares & plazas
Piazza Navona

Piazza Navona

Squares & plazas
Castel Sant'Angelo

Castel Sant'Angelo

Forts & citadels
Aventine Keyhole

Aventine Keyhole

Scenic viewpoints
Via Condotti

Via Condotti

Shopping streets & districts
Gianicolo Hill

Gianicolo Hill

Scenic viewpoints
Orange Garden

Orange Garden

Formal & Japanese gardens
Pincian Hill Terrace (Terrazza del Pincio)

Pincian Hill Terrace (Terrazza del Pincio)

Scenic viewpoints
Centrale Montemartini

Centrale Montemartini

Art museums & galleries
San Pietro in Vincoli

San Pietro in Vincoli

Churches & cathedrals
Palatine Hill

Palatine Hill

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Ponte Sant'Angelo

Ponte Sant'Angelo

Bridges
Sistine Chapel

Sistine Chapel

Churches & cathedrals
Via del Corso Shopping Street

Via del Corso Shopping Street

Shopping streets & districts
Fontana dell’Acqua Paola

Fontana dell’Acqua Paola

Architecture
Palazzo Doria Pamphilj

Palazzo Doria Pamphilj

Art museums & galleries
Basilica di San Clemente

Basilica di San Clemente

Churches & cathedrals
Quirinal Palace

Quirinal Palace

Castles & palaces
Museo Nazionale Etrusco di Villa Giulia

Museo Nazionale Etrusco di Villa Giulia

History museums
Trevi Fountain

Trevi Fountain

Fountains, statues & public art
Chiesa Nuova

Chiesa Nuova

Churches & cathedrals
Palazzo Altemps

Palazzo Altemps

History museums
Villa Farnesina

Villa Farnesina

Historic houses & mansions
Baths of Caracalla

Baths of Caracalla

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Spanish Steps

Spanish Steps

Fountains, statues & public art
Vatican Museums

Vatican Museums

Art museums & galleries
Galleria Borghese

Galleria Borghese

Art museums & galleries

Where to eat in Rome

The places worth planning a meal around.

Tonnarello

Tonnarello

Italian · $$

★ 4.7 · 109,109 reviews

Osteria da Fortunata

Osteria da Fortunata

Italian · $$$

★ 4.4 · 32,632 reviews

Gelato at Giolitti

Gelato at Giolitti

Italian · $

★ 4.4 · 29,084 reviews

Mercato Centrale Roma

Mercato Centrale Roma

$$

★ 4.4 · 16,540 reviews

Bonci Pizzarium

Bonci Pizzarium

Italian · $

★ 4.1 · 14,389 reviews

Sant'Eustachio il Caffè

Sant'Eustachio il Caffè

Italian · $

★ 4.1 · 13,095 reviews

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