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Piazza Navona & Pantheon

In the center of Rome, around the two squares of Piazza Navona and Piazza del Pantheon, you'll find a magnificent fountain, palace, piazza, or monument every few meters. You can easily explore the center of Rome, with its many churches, squares, and buildings, on foot. The center of Rome also has a few interesting shopping streets, such as Via dei Coronari, Via Giulia, Via Montserrato, Via Banchi Vecchi, and Via dei Gubbonari.

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Piazza Navona with the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi and the Palazzo Altemps Museum

Via del Governo Vecchio and Via dei Coronari

San Luigi dei Francesi and other churches in the center

Pantheon

Santa Maria Sopra Minerva and Sant Ignazio di Loyola

Palazzo Doria Pamphili and Palazzo di Montecitorio and the Column of Marcus Aurelius

(all these sights are easily accessible on foot from Piazza Navona or the Pantheon)

1. Piazza Navona with Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi & Museo Palazzo Altemps

Piazza Navona is perhaps the most beautiful square in Rome. It is surrounded by beautiful churches, houses, and palaces: the Palazzo Braschi (Museum of Rome), the Church of Sant'Agnese, and the Palazzo Pamphili (Brazilian Embassy). At the center of Piazza Navona is the monumental Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, built by Bernini in the 16th century. The four giants of the fountain represent the four largest rivers known at that time: the Ganges, the Danube, the Nile, and the Rio de la Plata. In front of the fountain stands the Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone. Borromini contributed to the construction of this interesting and unique church in the 16th century. The two other beautiful fountains in Piazza Navona are the Fontana del Moro and the Fontana di Nettuno. Link: https://www.santagneseinagone. org/en/ - Information about Sant'Agnese in Agone, in English. Museo Nazionale Romano: Palazzo Altemps - The Palazzo Altemps, just behind Piazza Navona, is part of the Museo Nazionale Romano museum complex (3 museums - 1 ticket for all three museums). This palace houses a unique collection of ancient sculptures. Palazzo Pamphili - This beautiful palace, now the Brazilian Embassy, is located directly on Piazza Navona. It is not normally open to the public. Palazzo Braschi - This beautiful palace, near Piazza Navona, with its impressive facade, now houses the must-see Museo di Roma. Palazzo Madama - This imposing palace is located right next to Piazza Navona and was completed in the 15th century. Today it is the seat of the Italian Senate. It can be visited with a guided tour every Saturday. Link: http:// www . turismoroma . it/de - Experience Rome, discover Rome, information in German. Link: https://www . romanoimpero . com/ - General tourist information about Rome, also in German. RESTAURANTS Osteria del Pegno Good, small, typical Italian restaurant near Piazza Navona Address: Vicolo di Monte Vecchio 8, Rome Phone: +39 06 68 80 70 25

2. Via del Governo Vecchio & Via dei Coronari

Via del Governo Vecchio - Right off Piazza Navona begins the beautiful Via del Governo Vecchio, with many interesting 16th-century houses. This street leads from Piazza Navona toward Castel Sant'Angelo and the Vatican. Near Via del Governo Vecchio stands the imposing 16th-century Chiesa Nuova church, which is particularly beautiful inside, decorated with frescoes by Pietro da Cortona and paintings by Rubens. San Filippo Neri, the builder of this church, is buried in a side chapel of his church. Via dei Coronari - Right behind Piazza Navona is Via dei Coronari, now a beautiful, picturesque antiques street. At the end of the street, you reach the Tiber River. Here, you cross the Tiber (Tevere) on a footbridge and reach Castel Sant'Angelo and the Vatican. Restaurants & Ice Cream Parlors & Pubs La Gelateria Frigidarium Incredibly delicious ice cream with around 16 different flavors. Location: 210 meters from Piazza Navona Address: Via del Governo Vecchio 112 Abbey Theatre Irish Pub Here you can enjoy a beer or a cocktail with great music and the always cheerful staff. Whether you're a little or a little hungry, they also cater to your needs. Location: 210 meters from Piazza Navona Address: Via del Governo Vecchio 51/52/53 Ristorante "Da Tonino" - Trattoria Bassetti This restaurant is very cute and small, and typically Italian. Good food and friendly staff. Location: 350 meters from Piazza Navona. Telephone +39 06 45 47 01 72 Address Via del Governo Vecchio 18/19

3. San Luigi dei Francesi & other churches in the center

Church of San Luigi dei Francesi - Rome's highly impressive French national church was completed by Giacomo della Porta and Domenico Fontana in the 16th century. It is located halfway between Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Particularly interesting are the many tombs of famous French artists and three paintings by Caravaggio in a side chapel. Caravaggio's first religious paintings can be seen here: The Calling of the Apostles, The Martyrdom of St. Matthew, and St. Matthew and the Angels. These three paintings are distinguished by their great realism and Caravaggio's typical lighting effects. Link: https://saintlouis-rome.net/ - Information about the French church, Chiesa San Luigi dei Francesi, in French. Church of Santa Maria della Pace - Very close to Piazza Navona is the Church of Santa Maria della Pace. It is a convent church of Brazilian nuns and is famous for its Baroque façade, unique even in Rome, as well as for some of the outstanding works of art within. Also famous is the adjacent cloister, the first confirmed work by Donato Bramante in Rome. The cloister and the adjoining cloister rooms are now used as an exhibition space, primarily for historical exhibitions. Link: https://www.chiostrodelbramante.it/ - Information about the Chiostro del Bramante, near the Church of Santa Maria della Pace. Information in English. Santa Maria dell' Anima - On a side street near Piazza Navona is the Church of Santa Maria dell'Anima (built in the 15th century). It is located just behind Piazza Navona. It is the German Catholic national church and today the church of German-speaking Catholics in Rome. Pope Adrian VI is buried in the choir of the church. Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza - A Baroque gem, the church was built by Borromini and is located near Piazza Navona. It stands in the courtyard of the Palazzo della Sapienza, where public concerts are held in the summer. Church of Santa Maria in Vallicella (Formerly Chiesa Nuova) - An imposing and, above all, beautiful 16th-century church, decorated with frescoes by Pietro da Cortona and paintings by Rubens. San Filippo Neri, the builder of this church, is buried in a side chapel of his church. To visit this church, you must start from Piazza Navona and take a short walk along the interesting and ancient Via del Governo Vecchio.

4. Pantheon

Pantheon - In the Middle Ages, this Roman temple, dedicated to the gods, became a church. The Pantheon, with its 43-meter diameter and height and its enormous dome, is a symbol of Rome and a marvel of Roman architecture. In the Piazza del Pantheon (Piazza della Rotonda), we find the Fontana della Rotonda fountain. The Pantheon's obelisk, which can be admired in the square, was built during the reign of Ramses II and brought to Rome by Emperor Domitian. Many cafes and restaurants around the beautiful square invite you to linger. Link: https://www.pantheonroma.com/home/ - Information about the Pantheon, in English. Restaurants Bistrot Achilli al Parlamento Good Italian restaurant. Location: North of the Pantheon. Address: Via dei Prefetti 15, Rome Phone +39 06 687 34 46 Casa Coppelle Good food and friendly service. Seating is very comfortable, either inside in a special and stylish setting or outside in the quiet Piazza delle Coppelle. Location: north of the Pantheon. Address: Piazza delle Coppelle 49, Rome Phone +39 06 68 89 17 07 Da Armando al Pantheon Good osteria, authentic, original Roman cuisine. Location: near the Pantheon. Address: Salita de Crescenzi 31, Rome Phone +39 06 68 80 30 34 La Ciambella Bar a Vin con Cucina Good restaurant with friendly staff. Location: Near the Pantheon Address: Via dell'Arco della Ciambella 20, Rome Phone +39 06 683 29 30 Casa Bleve Restaurant with a beautifully restored hall in an old palazzo. A fine restaurant serving Italian specialties. Location: Near the Pantheon Address: Via del Teatro Valle 48/49, Rome Phone +39 06 686 59 70 Il Buco Restaurant serving Tuscan specialties. Location: Near the Pantheon Address: Via S. Ignazio, Rome Phone +39 06 679 32 98 Restaurant Miscellanea Restaurant for light snacks, open at lunchtime. Address: Via della Palombella 37, Rome Phone: +39 06 68 13 53 18 Trattoria Maccheroni A typical Italian trattoria, bustling and down-to-earth. Simply furnished, with an open kitchen and delicious Italian food. Friendly service. Location: Near the Pantheon. Address: Piazza delle Coppelle 44, Rome Phone: +39 06 68 30 78 95 Giolitti Ice Cream Parlor One of Rome's best gelato shops, with a huge selection. Address: Via degli Uffici del Vicario 40, Rome

5. Santa Maria sopra Minerva & Sant Ignazio di Loyola

Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva - Located right next to the Pantheon, this remarkable 13th-century church is one of Rome's few remaining Gothic buildings. It features magnificent chapels and numerous works of art. In front of the church stands a marble elephant with an obelisk, erected by Bernini. Piazza di Sant'Ignazio and Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola - The Piazza di Sant'Ignazio is Filippo Raguzzini's masterpiece, an example of Roman Rococo. It is located very close to the Pantheon. The Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola, built in the 16th century, is a Jesuit church. It features several interesting perspective ceiling paintings. Link: https://santignazio.gesuiti.it/en/ - Information about the Church of Sant'Ignazio di Loyola, in English.

6. Palazzo Doria Pamphilj e Palazzo di Montecitorio & Marcus Aurelius Column

Palazzo Doria Pamphili - This beautiful palace/museum now houses a collection of over 400 paintings, some of them famous, from the 15th to 18th centuries. Palazzo di Montecitorio and Obelisk of Montecitorio - This imposing palace, built by Bernini, is now a government building (Chamber of Deputies) and is not normally open to the public. An imposing obelisk stands in the large square in front of the Government Palace. Hadrian's Temple - In the Piazza di Pietra are the remains of the temple dedicated to Emperor Hadrian, built in 145 AD. In the 17th century, the temple was incorporated into a building. The palace's tall, still visible columns are impressive. Marcus Aurelius Column (Colonna di Marc Aurelio) - Located in Piazza Colonna, near the Pantheon, is this imposing column, erected around 180 AD to glorify his victories over the barbarian Danubian tribes. Galleria Alberto Sordi - Modern shopping center with cafés near Piazza Colonna.