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What to see in Rome
The eternal city is full of wonderful places, but being also quite large it is good to organize yourself first and know what to see. Here are our tips on the best monuments, squares and neighborhoods not to be missed!
The eternal city is full of wonderful places, but being also quite large it is good to organize yourself first and know what to see. Here are our tips on the best monuments, squares and neighborhoods not to be missed!
- Coliseum : The Roman monument par excellence, symbol of Rome and memory of the ancient glories. Its beauty is known to everyone, tourists and citizens, and it is now possible to fully enjoy it thanks to the creation of the pedestrian area in Via dei Fori Imperiali.
- Roman Forum : An archaeological area extended in the center, which will take you back in time to the origins of Rome. Walking among columns, buildings and ancient monuments will be one of the most suggestive experiences of your Roman holiday.
- Saint Peter : A visit to the complex of St. Peter's Basilica is practically mandatory when staying in the capital. It is not necessary to be Catholic to appreciate the absolute architectural beauty of this building. If you have time, we also recommend a visit to the adjacent Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel!
- The Trevi Fountain : The famous Trevi Fountain is not only wonderful and imposing, with all the statues and sculptures that contribute to making it unique, but it represents a real Roman ritual place: you cannot in fact not throw a coin in the fountain and ensure your return to the city eternal!
- Piazza di Spagna : One of the most famous squares in the historic center of Rome, thanks to the Barcaccia fountain and the majestic staircase leading to the basilica of Trinità dei Monti. Definitely a place to spend at least once during a nice walk in the center!
- Piazza Navona : Piazza Navona is immense and will probably leave you speechless. During the day it is suggestive, at night it becomes magical.
- Trastevere : If you feel like dining in a special neighborhood in Rome or just having a drink after dinner, Trastevere is the neighborhood to go to. Small streets, beautiful squares, many restaurants and typical clubs will make you live a unique experience and savor the nightlife of the city.
- Janiculum terrace : There are several terraces from which you can admire Rome and one of the most famous is that of the Janiculum Hill, located on the hill above Trastevere. If you want to embrace the city from above, we advise you to climb the Janiculum Hill: both day and night, you will not regret it!
Where to shop in the capital :
Have you planned a trip to Rome and one of your main goals is to go home with a mountain of purchases? Know that the Roman shopping streets are mostly immersed in the most beautiful and central neighborhoods of the city, so walking through the shops will be doubly pleasant! Here are our tips on the most famous ways to spend all your belongings.
Have you planned a trip to Rome and one of your main goals is to go home with a mountain of purchases? Know that the Roman shopping streets are mostly immersed in the most beautiful and central neighborhoods of the city, so walking through the shops will be doubly pleasant! Here are our tips on the most famous ways to spend all your belongings.
- Via del Corso : The most central shopping street, one of the most popular and famous, which goes from Piazza del Popolo to Piazza Venezia. You will find all kinds of shops, even cheap ones, from clothing to accessories.
- Via del Babuino : Parallel to Via del Corso, it houses beautiful buildings and higher profile shops. We also recommend a walk in the magic of Via Margutta, accessible from Via del Babuino.
- Via Condotti : If you have no budget limits and you want to follow the high fashion trends, Via Condotti, which cuts perpendicularly Via del Corso and leads to Piazza di Spagna, is the shopping street for you. Here you will find the main high fashion brands and committed always ready to take care of your needs.
- Via Frattina : A street in the center dotted with particular shops, which helped bring Parisian fashion to Rome.
- Via Cola di Rienzo : Shopping street located not far from the Vatican City, it is perfect for browsing all the most famous brands and some typical Roman shops before or after visiting the wonderful St. Peter's Basilica.
- Monti district : If you are a lover of vintage and "alternative" clothing, you should definitely take a tour in the Monti district, located between Termini Station and the Colosseum. In the beautiful alleys, in addition to several trattorias and places to drink or eat something, you will also find typical shops and a real market (Mercato di Monti), usually open on weekends and full of vintage and second-hand items.
- Porta Portese : If you are looking for cheap shopping and even bizarre and particular second-hand items, the Porta Portese market is one of the most famous in Rome. It is open on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. To ensure the best pieces it is often necessary to go there at first light in the morning!
