Posted by The top 10 must-see sights in Rome:
Colosseum:
The Colosseum is a magnificent ancient amphitheatre and a symbol of Rome’s rich history. Built in the 1st century AD, it was once used for gladiator fights and public squares. It is considered one of the greatest feats of ancient engineering. Colosseum tours and tickets
Vatican City:
Vatican City is an independent city-state and seat of the Roman Catholic Church. Many of the world’s most famous works of art and architecture are located here, including St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. It is also home to the Vatican Museums, which house an extensive collection of arts and crafts from all eras.
Important for travellers to Rome: We have only seen queues of hundreds of metres or several hours in Europe in Rome so far. This is especially true for St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum and the Vatican Museum. Tickets without queuing (skip-the-line tickets) should be bought in advance on the internet and go past the queue!: This link offers such tickets
Roman Forum:
The Roman Forum was the centre of political, legal and social life in ancient Rome. Today it is an archaeological site with a collection of ruins such as the Temple of Saturn and the Arch of Titus. Visitors can stroll through the ancient ruins and imagine life at the time of the Roman Republic and Empire.
Pantheon:
The Pantheon is a magnificent ancient temple dedicated to all the gods of ancient Rome. Its dome is considered an engineering masterpiece and is one of the best preserved structures of ancient Rome. The temple is now a church and visitors can admire its stunning architecture and the natural light shining through its eyeballs.
Piazza Navona:
Piazza Navona is a beautiful baroque square with cafes, restaurants and street performers. There are three magnificent fountains, including the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, symbolising its four rivers on the four continents known to the ancient Romans.
Trevi Fountain:
The Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous fountains in the world and a must-see for any visitor to Rome. Legend has it that throwing a coin into the fountain will allow visitors to return to the city. The fountain is a magnificent Baroque masterpiece with intricate carvings and waterfalls.
Spanish Steps:
The Spanish Steps consists of its 135 steps leading up to the Trinita dei Monti church. It is a popular meeting place for tourists and locals and offers a beautiful view of the city. The staircase is lined with elegant boutiques and cafés and is perfect for a leisurely stroll.
Villa Borghese:
Villa Borghese is a beautiful park in the centre of Rome. It houses numerous museums, including the Galleria Borghese, which houses an impressive collection of art and sculptures. Visitors can also enjoy picnics, boat trips and carriage rides through the park.
Castel Sant’Angelo:
Castel Sant’Angelo is a magnificent castle on the banks of the Tiber. Originally built as a mausoleum for the Roman emperor Hadrian, it was later used as a castle and papal residence. Today it is a museum with great views of the city and the river.
Trastevere:
Trastevere is a charming neighbourhood on the west bank of the Tiber. It is known for its narrow, winding streets, traditional trattorias and bohemian atmosphere. The perfect place to escape the tourist hustle and bustle.
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Long list of sights in Rome with the Vatican
Colosseum (Colosseo)
Roman Forum
Pantheon
Vatican City (Città del Vaticano)
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina)
Galleria Borghese
Spanish Steps (Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti)
Castel Sant’Angelo
Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi)
St. Peter’s Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro)
Piazza Navona
Ostia Antica
Caracalla Baths (Terme di Caracalla)
Trastevere
Tiber Island (Isola Tiberina)
Circus Maximus (Circo Massimo)
National Museum of Rome (Museo Nazionale Romano)
Capitoline Museums (Musei Capitolini)
Santa Maria in Trastevere
San Giovanni in Laterano
Ara Pacis
Campo de’ Fiori
Santa Maria Maggiore
Palatine (Palatino)
Capitol (Campidoglio)
Villa Medici
Janiculum Hill (Gianicolo)
Santa Maria della Vittoria
Piazza del Popolo
Quirinal Palace (Palazzo del Quirinale)
Piazza Venice
Centrale Montemartini
San Clemente Basilica
Santa Maria sopra Minerva
Palazzo Barberini
Palazzo Farnese
Cimitero Acattolico (Non-Catholic Cemetery)
Villa d’Este
San Paolo for the Mura
Basilica of San Clemente al Laterano
Theater of Marcellus (Teatro di Marcello)
San Carlo all Quattro Fontane
Sant’Ignazio di Loyola
Domine Quo Vadis Church
St. Peter’s Square (Piazza San Pietro)
Bocca della Verità
Piazza di Spagna
Maxxi – National Museum of Contemporary Art
Santa Maria in Cosmedin
Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea (GNAM)
Palazzo della Cancelleria
Ponte Sant’Angelo
Porta Portese market
Protestant Cemetery (Cimitero acattolico per gli stranieri)
San Pietro in Vincoli
Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana
Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
Santa Maria del Popolo
Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini
Santa Maria in Aracoeli
Torre Argentina cat sanctuary
Staircase of the Trinity of the Mountains (Scalinata della Trinità dei Monti)
Villa Giulia
Piazza della Repubblica
Chapel of Scrovegni (Cappella degli Scrovegni)
Domus Aurea
San Pietro in Vincoli
Palazzo Colonna
Palazzo della Sapienza (University of Rome La Sapienza)
Palazzo della Zecca
Piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere
Protestant Cemetery (Cimitero acattolico per gli stranieri)
Santa Cecilia in Trastevere
Santa Maria del Popolo
All our articles about the Vatican Museums:
Vatican Museums Overview
Pinacoteca of the Vatican
The Sistine Chapel
The Creation of Adam fresco
The Last Judgement
Rooms of Raphael
Pio Clementino Museum
The Torso from the Belvedere
Laocoon
The Gallery of Maps
The Carriage Museum of the Vatican