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Colosseum & Aventine Hill
The Colosseum (Colosseo) is the most famous building of the Roman Empire. The amusement park opened in 80 AD with a hundred-day festival and could accommodate 50,000 people. The Aventine Hill (Aventino) is a very interesting stop on a beautiful walk that begins at the Circo Massimo (metro) and ends at Campo de Fiori, in the heart of Rome. Along the way, you'll visit the Rose Garden, then the churches of Santa Sabina and Santi Bonifacio e Alessio, and then the Giardino degli Aranci park with its beautiful views of Rome.
Capitol & Piazza Venezia
The Capitoline Hill (Campidoglio) is one of Rome's seven hills and was the center of the Roman world. During the Renaissance, the hill was completely redesigned by Michelangelo, creating a wonderful ensemble that has survived to this day. Right next door, you can admire the large Piazza Venezia with the monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, offering a magnificent view…
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Piazza Navona & Pantheon
Piazza Navona is surrounded by beautiful churches, houses, and palaces. At the center of the square is the monumental 16th-century Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fontana of the Four Rivers). The four giants of the fountain represent the four largest rivers known at the time. 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…
Campo de' Fiori & Trastevere district
Campo de' Fiori is a square in the center of Rome, near Piazza Navona. Thanks to the daily market with flowers, fruit, herbs, and vegetables, it's very lively and colorful in the mornings. In the evenings, tourists, in particular, enjoy the special atmosphere with a glass of wine... The Ponte Sisto pedestrian bridge connects Campo de Fiori in the center of Rome with the lively Trastevere district, with its many beautiful alleys, houses, churches, and interesting museums...
Trevi Fountain & Quirinal
The Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) is located near the Piazza di Spagna and is one of Rome's main attractions. Everyone wants to have their photo taken there and throw a coin into the fountain to ensure they'll return to Rome. Near the Trevi Fountain, you can climb one of Rome's seven hills. At the top stands the Italian presidential palace, the Quirinal Palace...
Piazza di Spagna & Piazza del Popolo
Piazza di Spagna, with the Fontana La Barcaccia and the famous Spanish Steps, is one of the most popular and lively squares in Rome. Above the Spanish Steps begins the large, beautiful Villa Borghese Park, with museums, galleries, statues, and a small lake. Immediately adjacent to Piazza di Spagna is Piazza del Popolo, certainly one of the most famous squares in the world, with a picturesque entrance in the heart of the capital. Its artistic beauty and cafés make the square a cultural landmark for Roman citizens…
Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica
The Vatican is the seat of the Pope and the center of the Roman Catholic Church. This place attracts believers from all over the world and is home to countless famous works of art and buildings. St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) is a destination for pilgrims from all over the world. Anyone visiting Rome, whether religious, Christian, interested in art history, or simply exploring, cannot miss the landmark of the Eternal City. Castel Sant'Angelo is nearby. From the terrace, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Rome...
Esquiline Quarter & other sights of Rome
In the Esquiline Quarter (Esquilino), located between the main train station and the Colosseum, are the remarkable churches of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Giovanni in Laterano. In the north of Rome, easily accessible by tram and metro, are the Maxxi Museum of Modern Art and the beautiful Villa Torlonia with its park. In the south of Rome, the Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura (metro station) is worth a visit. Also worth a visit are the Centrale Montemartini Museum and the culinary department store Eataly, both easily accessible by metro.