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About Rome
Rome serves as a living laboratory of Western history, defined by its concentration of ancient ruins and its role as the seat of the Catholic Church. The city center is a dense architectural narrative where the Colosseum [1] stands as the iconic remains of imperial spectacle alongside the Pantheon [16], which features the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome. Visitors can traverse centuries of artistic evolution within the Vatican Museums [202] and the Sistine Chapel [31300]. Its urban layout reflects layers of development, from the Roman Forum [9] to the Renaissance influence seen near the Spanish Steps [32881].
Good to know
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Rome is the only city in the world to contain an entire sovereign state, Vatican City, within its administrative borders.
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The city's 'Fontanelle' provide free, constant-flow drinking water from ancient aqueducts, a practice dating back to the 19th century.
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Rome contains over 900 churches, the highest concentration of religious buildings per capita in the world.
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Underground Rome, or 'Sotterraneo', features a vast network of subterranean ruins, ancient pagan temples, and early Christian burial chambers beneath modern street levels.
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The city was built on seven hills, which historically served as defensive fortifications for the nascent settlement.
Plan your visit to Rome
Best time to visit
April to May or late September to October, when temperatures are mild and the city avoids the peak summer humidity and tourist density.
How many days
4-5 days, which provides sufficient time to cover major archaeological sites, Vatican City, and the primary public squares without extreme haste.
Getting around
The historic center is largely walkable, supplemented by an extensive bus network, trams, and two primary metro lines (A and B).
Where to stay
Stay in Trastevere for a traditional atmosphere with narrow alleys, or near the Pantheon for proximity to major landmarks.
Budget
Mid-to-high; while attractions are numerous, lodging and dining in the historic core command premium pricing.
Highlights of Rome
The places our editors single out - and why they're worth your time.
Colosseum
Explore the massive amphitheater that once hosted gladiatorial combat and public spectacles.
Trevi Fountain
Visit the city's largest Baroque fountain, traditionally believed to ensure a return to Rome if you toss a coin over your shoulder.
Pantheon
Stand beneath the oculus of the world's oldest functional concrete dome, constructed during the reign of Hadrian.
Vatican Museums
View an immense collection of classical sculptures and Renaissance masterpieces gathered by successive popes.
Sistine Chapel
Observe Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling frescoes inside this active site of papal conclaves.
Spanish Steps
Climb the monumental staircase that links the Piazza di Spagna at the base to the Trinità dei Monti church at the summit.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Tour the fortress originally built as Emperor Hadrian's mausoleum before its conversion into a papal residence.
Roman Forum
Walk through the primary political and commercial center of the ancient Roman Empire.
Top things to do in Rome
The 1,759 most popular places in Rome.
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Church of the Holy Savior in Onda
The Church of the Holy Savior in Onda, known in Italian as Santissimo Salvatore in Onda, is an ancient Roman Catholic ch...
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Theater Rooms Dungeons
Theater Rooms Dungeons, locally known as Stanze Segrete, is an intimate and atmospheric alternative cultural venue situa...
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Fontana dell'Aquilone
The Fontana dell'Aquilone, or Fountain of the Eagle, is a monumental 17th-century water feature located within the Vatic...
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Moschea El Fath - mosque - مسجد الفتح
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Parrocchia di San Giuseppe Artigiano a Via Tiburtina
Parrocchia di San Giuseppe Artigiano a Via Tiburtina is a Roman Catholic parish church situated along the bustling Via T...
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Church of Saint Mary of Grace
The Church of Saint Mary of Grace, known locally as Santa Maria delle Grazie, is a contemporary neighborhood parish chur...
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Il muro della Costituzione Romana🧱
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House of Grifi on Palatine Hill
The House of Grifi, also known as the Casa dei Grifi, is a remarkably well-preserved Republican-era Roman domus located...
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Cloister's San Cosimato
The Cloister of San Cosimato is a historic monastic courtyard located in the heart of Rome's Trastevere district. Origin...
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Palazzo Velli Expo
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Ass. Cult. Teatro Due Roma
Teatro Due Roma is a historic theater space located in the heart of Rome, specializing in contemporary drama and experim...
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Mausoleum of Maxentius
The Mausoleum of Maxentius is the central component of an extensive imperial villa complex built by Emperor Maxentius al...
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Church of Saint Julius
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Parrocchia Santa Maria della Perseveranza
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Curia Generalizia dei Padri Passionisti
The Curia Generalizia dei Padri Passionisti serves as the international headquarters for the Congregation of the Passion...
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Church of Saint Achilles
The Church of Saint Achilles (Parrocchia Sant'Achille) is a modern Roman Catholic parish church located in the Talenti r...
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Chiesa dei Santi Quirico e Giulitta
The Chiesa dei Santi Quirico e Giulitta is a historic church situated in the Rione Monti district of Rome, dedicated to...
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Galleria del Cembalo
Galleria del Cembalo is a specialized contemporary art space located within the historic Palazzo Borghese in central Rom...
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Monument to Trilussa
The Monument to Trilussa, located in the heart of Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood, commemorates the renowned Roman dialec...
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Church Corpus Domini
Church Corpus Domini is a local Roman Catholic parish church located in the La Massimina-Casal Lumbroso residential zone...
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Edarcom Europe Contemporary Art Gallery
Edarcom Europe is a long-standing contemporary art gallery in Rome, operating since 1975 under the direction of Francesc...
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Church of Sant'Angela Merici
The Church of Sant'Angela Merici is a modern parish church located in the Nomentano district of Rome, consecrated in 196...
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Fontana del Prigione in Trastevere
The Fontana del Prigione is a 17th-century fountain located in the Trastevere district, originally commissioned for the...
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Fountain of Asclepius
The Fountain of Asclepius is located on a small island within the artificial lake of Villa Borghese's Giardino del Lago....
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Auditorium Due Pini
Auditorium Due Pini is a multi-purpose performance space located within the parish complex of Santa Chiara in the Vigna...
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Church of Saint Ignatius of Antioch 'allo Statuario'
The Church of Saint Ignatius of Antioch 'allo Statuario' is a Roman Catholic parish church located in the Statuario quar...
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Parco Roberto Almagià
Parco Roberto Almagià is a neighborhood public park located in the Prenestino-Labicano district of Rome. It serves as a...
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Tor Sapienza Park
Tor Sapienza Park is a neighborhood green space located in the eastern outskirts of Rome, primarily serving local reside...
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Oratorio dell’Angelo Custode al Tritone
The Oratorio dell’Angelo Custode al Tritone is a historic Roman temple and oratory situated near Piazza Poli in Rome. It...
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Chiesa di San Nicola dei Lorenesi
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Frequently asked
How many attractions are there in Rome?
Aventuro lists 1,759 curated attractions in and around Rome, sorted by popularity.
What's the top attraction in Rome?
Colosseum is the most popular place to visit in Rome right now.
What kind of attractions does Rome have?
The largest category is temples, with 582 places to explore.
Which other cities are worth visiting nearby?
Travellers also explore Milan, Turin, Naples.
