Quick Facts
Setting: Urban
Population (core): 3.4M
Population (metro): 6.7M
Best time to visit: Year-round
Top Sights
Colosseum
This ancient arena is one of the most recognized landmarks in the world. Built nearly 2,000 years ago, it was once the main spot for massive public events, especially gladiator battles. The structure is a symbol of old engineering skills and has survived earthquakes, wars, and centuries of change.
€18.0
/ Adult
Roman Forum
This ancient site is a huge open-air museum filled with ruins of temples, arches, and government buildings. It was once the center of public life, where people gathered for politics, religion, and business. Walking through the ruins feels like stepping back in time to when emperors and senators made big decisions here.
€18.0
/ Adult
Altar of the Fatherland
This massive white marble monument stands out with its grand columns and statues. Built to honor a key figure in the country’s unification, it’s one of the most recognizable landmarks. The structure is also home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, making it a place of national pride and remembrance.
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Piazza Venezia
This central square is a major meeting point and a key spot for anyone interested in history and architecture. It connects several important streets and is surrounded by impressive buildings, making it a place where the past and present meet.
FREE
Capitoline Museums
This museum complex is one of the oldest public museums in the world, first opened to the public in 1734. It’s made up of two main buildings connected by an underground gallery, all sitting on a hill with awesome city views. The place is packed with ancient sculptures, paintings, and artifacts that tell the story of the city’s past.
€19.5
/ Adult
Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli
This church is a historic spot famous for its ancient origins and unique treasures. It was built in the 5th century and has been a place of art, faith, and history for centuries. The name means "Saint Peter in Chains," and it’s connected to a legendary story about the apostle Peter.
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Chiesa del Gesù
This church is a major example of Baroque architecture and is the mother church of the Jesuit order. Built in the late 16th century, it played a big role in shaping church design across Europe. The building is famous for its grand facade and the way it mixes art, architecture, and spirituality.
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Marcello Theater
This ancient open-air theater is one of the oldest surviving stone theaters from the Roman era. Built over 2,000 years ago, it was once a major spot for public entertainment, including plays and musical performances. The structure has a unique semicircular design and is a cool example of Roman engineering.
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Trajan's Market
This ancient complex is one of the oldest shopping centers in the world, built almost 2,000 years ago. It was once a hub for trade, administration, and social life. The multi-level structure has survived centuries and still shows off its original arches, corridors, and rooms. It’s a real-life time machine to the days of emperors and Roman citizens.
€13.0
/ Adult
St. Clement Basilica
This basilica is a unique spot with a layered history, literally built on top of older buildings. It’s a church that sits above a 4th-century church, which itself is above a 1st-century Roman house and temple. The place is like a time machine, showing how the city changed over centuries.
€10.0
/ Adult
Arch of Constantine
This massive monument is one of the most famous triumphal arches in the world. Built to celebrate a major military victory, it stands as a symbol of power and history. The structure is covered in detailed carvings and sculptures that tell stories from ancient times.
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Doria Pamphili Gallery
This gallery is a private art collection inside a historic palace. It’s been owned by the same family for centuries and is packed with paintings, sculptures, and fancy rooms that look like something out of a movie. The place is super old-school, with gold decorations, huge mirrors, and ceilings covered in art.
€17.0
/ Adult
Basilica di Santa Maria in Ara coeli
This church sits at the top of a steep staircase and is one of the oldest and most important in the city. It was built on the site of an ancient Roman temple and has been a place of worship since the early Middle Ages. The building is a mix of different architectural styles, mainly Romanesque and Gothic, and is packed with history.
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Basilica of Saint Praxedes
This church is one of the oldest in the city, built in the 9th century. It’s a hidden gem, tucked away from the main crowds, and is famous for its stunning mosaics and deep history. The place is dedicated to a legendary early Christian woman who, according to tradition, helped care for persecuted Christians.
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Arch of Titus
This ancient monument is a huge stone arch built almost 2,000 years ago. It was made to celebrate a big military victory and is covered in detailed carvings that show scenes from history. The structure stands at the entrance to a famous road and is one of the oldest of its kind still standing.
€18.0
/ Adult
Palatine Hill
This ancient hill is one of the oldest parts of the city and is packed with ruins from the earliest days of civilization. It’s where legends say the founders grew up, and it’s surrounded by stories of emperors and epic events. Walking here feels like stepping into a real-life history book.
€18.0
/ Adult
Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo
This ancient church stands out for its deep history and unique architecture. Built in the 4th century, it’s one of the oldest places of worship in the city. The site is famous for its connection to early Christian martyrs and has been a spiritual spot for centuries.
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National Museum of the Palazzo di Venezia
This museum is set inside a grand Renaissance palace that once served as a papal residence. The building itself is a piece of history, with impressive courtyards, stone staircases, and rooms filled with centuries-old art and artifacts. It’s a place where you can literally walk through the past.
€17.0
/ Adult
Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo al Celio
This ancient church is one of the oldest circular churches in the world, built in the 5th century. The structure stands out for its round shape and massive columns, making it a rare example of early Christian architecture. Inside, the walls are covered with detailed frescoes that tell stories from the past.
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Parco del Colle Oppio
This green space sits on a hill and is known for its ancient ruins and peaceful atmosphere. The area was once part of a grand Roman estate and now offers a mix of gardens, walking paths, and historical sites. It’s a spot where locals chill, walk their dogs, and enjoy the view.
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Septimius Severus Arch
This ancient monument is a massive triumphal arch built to celebrate a military victory. It stands at the edge of a historic forum and is one of the best-preserved examples of Roman architecture. The structure is covered in detailed carvings that tell stories from thousands of years ago.
€18.0
/ Adult
Basilica of Saint Pudentiana
This ancient church is one of the oldest places of Christian worship, dating back to the 4th century. It stands on the site believed to be the house of a Roman Christian family who played a big role in early Christianity. The building has seen centuries of history and is a quiet spot away from the crowds.
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Antoninus and Faustina Temple
This ancient monument was first built in the 2nd century AD and later turned into a church. It stands out with its tall columns and detailed carvings, showing off a mix of Roman and early Christian history. The building is one of the best-preserved spots from its era, making it a cool place to see how old and new came together.
€18.0
/ Adult
Palazzo dei Conservatori
This historic building is part of a group of museums on a famous hill and is one of the oldest public museums in the world. It was built in the 15th century and has a classic Renaissance look, with grand halls and beautiful architecture. Inside, you’ll find a huge collection of ancient Roman art and artifacts.
€13.0
/ Adult
San Nicola in Carcere
This church stands out for being built right on top of ancient Roman temples, with columns from those temples still visible in its walls. It’s one of the oldest churches in the city, and you can literally see layers of history stacked on top of each other. The name means “in prison” because it was close to an old jail, adding a mysterious vibe.
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Tabularium
This ancient building is one of the most important government archives from the Roman era. It was built in the 1st century BCE and served as the main record office, storing official documents and state records. The structure sits at the edge of the Roman Forum and is a key piece of Roman history.
€18.5
/ Adult
Temple of Divus Julius
This ancient site is a historic monument built to honor a famous Roman leader who was declared a god after his death. It stands in the heart of the old city, surrounded by other ruins, and is a key spot for anyone interested in Roman history. The remains include a raised platform and some original marble decorations, giving a glimpse into the past.
€18.0
/ Adult
Temple of Saturn
This ancient ruin is one of the oldest sacred sites, built to honor the god of wealth and agriculture. The remains you see today are mostly tall columns and a podium, which once supported a grand temple. It played a big role in public life, especially during festivals and important announcements.
€18.0
/ Adult
Il Tempio dei Dioscuri
This ancient ruin is one of the most iconic sights from the Roman Forum. Built in the 5th century BCE, it was dedicated to the twin brothers Castor and Pollux, who were considered heroes and protectors in Roman mythology. Today, only three massive columns remain, but they stand as a powerful reminder of the city’s long history.
€18.0
/ Adult
Mamertine Prison
This underground prison is one of the oldest in the city and has a history that goes back over 2,000 years. It was originally built as a cistern, but later used to hold some of the most famous prisoners from ancient times, including important figures from early Christianity and Roman history.
€10.0
/ Adult
Basilica Emilia
This ancient building is one of the oldest and most important public spaces from the Roman Republic era. Built over 2,000 years ago, it was a place where people gathered for business, legal matters, and social events. The remains show how big and impressive it once was, with its long rows of columns and large open hall.
€18.0
/ Adult
Curia Iulia
This ancient building was once the main meeting place for the Roman Senate. It’s a rectangular hall with a simple but impressive design, showing off the power and organization of Roman politics. The structure you see today was rebuilt by Julius Caesar and later restored, so it’s a real piece of history that’s been standing for centuries.
€18.0
/ Adult
Lapis Niger ("The Black Stone")
This ancient site is one of the oldest and most mysterious spots in the city. Hidden in the heart of the Roman Forum, it’s a black stone shrine that dates back to the earliest days of Roman history. Legends say it marks the grave of the city’s founder or an ancient king, and it’s covered in some of the oldest Latin inscriptions ever found.
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Campidoglio square
This square sits on top of a hill and is one of the oldest public spaces in the city. It was redesigned by Michelangelo in the 16th century and is surrounded by impressive buildings and statues. The area is a symbol of history and art, with a unique oval shape and a famous equestrian statue in the center.
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