Rome, Italy

The Eternal City layers ancient ruins, Renaissance art, piazza life, and legendary food into every block.

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🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Rome

  • Colosseum — Ancient the giant amphitheatre, once host to gladiatorial games and a symbol of the empire.
  • Vatican Museums — A complex of galleries culminating in Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel.
  • Trevi Fountain — A Baroque masterpiece where visitors toss coins to wish for a return to.
  • Pantheon — A remarkably preserved Roman temple turned church with a famous concrete dome.
  • Roman Forum — The centre of ancient Roman public life, with ruins of temples, basilicas and triumphal arches.
  • Palatine Hill — The legendary birthplace, with imperial palace ruins and views over the Forum.
  • St. Peter’s Basilica — The largest Christian church in the world, with Michelangelo’s Pietà and a dome climb.
  • Sistine Chapel — A chapel in the Vatican famous for Michelangelo’s ceiling and Last Judgment frescoes.
  • Piazza Navona — A Baroque square with three fountains, street artists and outdoor cafés.
  • Spanish Steps — A grand 18th-century staircase linking the Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti church.
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Rome

  • Appian Way bike ride — Cycle along the ancient Roman road lined with ruins, tombs and pine trees.
  • Gianicolo hill walk — A climb to the hill above Trastevere for sweeping views over the domes.
  • Villa Borghese Gardens loop — A walk or bike ride through the central park, lake and galleries.
  • Trastevere cobblestone walk — A wander through narrow medieval streets, piazzas and ivy-covered houses.
  • Roman Forum path — A walk among ancient temples, triumphal arches and basilicas of the Roman Forum.
  • Palatine Hill garden walk — A shaded walk through imperial palace ruins and ancient gardens.
  • Tiber riverside walk — A stroll along the Tiber with views of bridges, Castel Sant’Angelo and domes.
  • Monte Testaccio climb — A short climb up an artificial hill made of ancient Roman pottery shards.
  • Pincian Hill viewpoint walk — A walk in the Pincio Gardens with a famous view over Piazza del Popolo.
  • Via del Corso shopping walk — A straight walk down one of the main shopping streets from Piazza del Popolo.
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🏖️ Beaches in Rome

  • Lido — The Rome–Lido railway, branded as Metromare, is an urban railway line connecting the Porta San Paolo Station in Rome to Lido di Ostia, Rome's seaside neighborhood. The railway is 28.3 km (17.6 mi) long, stops at 14 stations and carries on average over 90,000 passengers per day.

🍽️ Restaurants in Rome

  • Da Enzo al 29 — A casual Trastevere trattoria famous for cacio e pepe, carbonara and Roman classics.
  • Roscioli — A gourmet deli, wine bar and restaurant near Campo de’ Fiori known for cured meats and pasta.
  • Felice a Testaccio — A historic Roman restaurant famous for its original cacio e pepe served tableside.
  • Trattoria Pennestri — A modern Roman trattoria with seasonal ingredients and craft wines.
  • Pizzarium — A tiny takeaway counter by Gabriele Bonci serving al taglio pizza by the slice.
  • Flavio al Velavevodetto — A restaurant built into Monte Testaccio serving traditional Roman cooking.
  • Open Baladin — A craft beer bar and restaurant with hundreds of Italian and international beers.
  • Da Michele — A pizzeria serving only four classic Neapolitan pizzas in a no-frills setting.
  • Enoteca Ferrara — A wine bar and restaurant in Trastevere with a courtyard and Roman dishes.
  • Per Me Giulio Terrinoni — A Michelin-starred seafood restaurant with creative Italian cuisine.
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🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Rome

  • The Jerry Thomas Project — A speakeasy cocktail bar with a password and inventive drinks.
  • Freni e Frizioni — A lively aperitivo bar in Trastevere famous for its buffet and cocktails.
  • Salotto 42 — A stylish cocktail lounge overlooking the Temple of Hadrian with aperitivo.
  • Stravinskij Bar — A luxurious hotel bar in the Hotel de Russie with a garden terrace.
  • Barnum Café — A hip café-bar in Monti serving specialty coffee, cocktails and brunch.
  • The Blue Goose — A cocktail bar with a speakeasy vibe and a creative menu.
  • Ma Che Siete Venuti a Fà — A craft beer bar in Trastevere with an ever-changing tap list.
  • Bir & Fud — A beer and pizza place in Trastevere with craft Italian and European brews.
  • Co.So. Cocktails & Social — A cocktail bar with a social atmosphere.
  • Rimessa Roscioli — A wine bar and tasting academy by the Roscioli family.
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🎯 Activities & Tours in Rome

  • Rome Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum Tour — Enjoy an audio guide journey through Ancient Rome with the Colosseum, one of the most iconic and famous monuments of the ancient times. You will learn of its incredible construction, the intrigue of those responsible for its erection, and of course its impressive exterior. Explor
  • Rome Walking Tour with Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps — Discover the soul of Rome on this expertly guided experience through the city’s most iconic landmarks, where ancient history, baroque beauty, and local traditions come together in one unforgettable journey. Explore the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of Ancient Rom
  • Colosseum and Roman Forum Sightseeing Area Walking Tour — Discover the heart of Ancient Rome as you explore the stories, monuments, and characters that shaped one of history's greatest empires. Our guide will lead you to panoramic viewpoints overlooking iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, offering so
  • Rome City, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain Walking Tour — This walking tour won the Tripadvisor's Travellers Choice Award for 2021 and ranked among the top ten best experiences in Italy. Join us in 2024 and discover why for yourself! Your expert storyteller-guide will bring Rome’s most must-see sites to life, including the Pantheon,
  • Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Guided Tour — Step into the glory of Ancient Rome & discover the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & the Roman Forum with a passionate guide. This is a Journey Through Time! Enter the Colosseum, where gladiators battled & crowds roared & marvel at the engineering genius behind this iconic amphitheater.
  • Rome Explorer Pass: 35+ Things To Do - Includes Vatican — Access top Rome attractions, tours and activities with Go City's Explorer Pass. Save on entry to your choice of up to seven top things to do and enjoy 30 days validity so you can explore at your own pace. Go on a tour of the Colosseum, admire the art at the Sistine Chapel and Vat
  • Welcome To Rome Experience — You can live a unique experience: to dive into 2700 years of history of the Eternal City. Through an exciting “time machine” you will be able to go through the fundamental stages that have brought Rome to become the city we know today. This is the way you should start the visit
  • Rome: Colosseum, Forum, and Capitoline Hill Walking Tour — Step back in time and explore the grandeur of Ancient Rome on this immersive walking tour through the city’s most legendary sites. (Tickets to go inside Colosseum not included) Climb the gentle slope to Piazza del Campidoglio, Michelangelo’s elegant Renaissance square atop the C
  • Rome: Guided Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum — Discover Rome’s most iconic ancient sites in just three hours on a group tour led by a licensed expert, with faster access included. Visit the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum efficiently, without long waits, crowded groups, or rushed explanations. Begin inside the Colo
  • Historical Walking Tour in Rome City Center with Hidden Gems — Discover the highlights of Rome on this guided walking tour of the historic city center, focused on the stories that built the Eternal City. Visit iconic locations including the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona, while learning how ambition, rival families, political c
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Rome

  • Hassler Roma — Hassler Roma is a 5-star luxury hotel in Spanish Steps & Via Veneto, Rome. Located at Piazza Trinita dei Monti 6, 00187 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • The Westin Excelsior, Rome — The Westin Excelsior, Rome is a 5-star luxury hotel in Via Veneto, Rome. Located at Via Vittorio Veneto 125, 00187 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie — Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie is a 5-star luxury hotel in Piazza del Popolo, Rome. Located at Via del Babuino 9, 00187 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Sina Bernini Bristol, Autograph Collection — Sina Bernini Bristol, Autograph Collection is a 5-star luxury hotel in Via Veneto, Rome. Located at Piazza Barberini 23, 00187 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel, Autograph Collection — The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel, Autograph Collection is a 5-star luxury hotel in Pantheon & Historic Center, Rome. Located at Via di Santa Chiara 4/A, 00186 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Hotel d'Inghilterra Roma, Starhotels Collezione — Hotel d'Inghilterra Roma, Starhotels Collezione is a 5-star luxury hotel in Spanish Steps & Via Veneto, Rome. Located at Via Bocca di Leone 14, 00187 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Le Meridien Visconti Rome — Le Meridien Visconti Rome is a 4-star upscale hotel in Piazza del Popolo, Rome. Located at Via Federico Cesi 10, 00193 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Hotel Quirinale — Hotel Quirinale is a 4-star upscale hotel in Trevi & Repubblica, Rome. Located at Via Nazionale 7, 00184 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • iQ Hotel Roma — iQ Hotel Roma is a 4-star upscale hotel in Trevi & Repubblica, Rome. Located at Via Firenze 8, 00184 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
  • Hotel del Corso — Hotel del Corso is a 4-star upscale hotel in Pantheon & Historic Center, Rome. Located at Via del Corso 79, 00186 Rome, Italy. Book directly via Expedia for confirmed rates and availability.
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