Quick Facts
Setting: Urban
Population (core): 3.4M
Population (metro): 6.7M
Best time to visit: Year-round
Sights
Musei di Villa Torlonia
This museum complex sits inside a historic villa surrounded by a large park. The buildings were once home to a noble family and later used by important figures in history. The site is most popular for its unique mix of architecture, art, and lush gardens. The main buildings include the Casino Nobile, the Casina delle Civette (House of the Owls), and several other interesting structures.
€5.0
/ Adult
Basilica of St Lawrence Outside the Walls
This basilica is one of the oldest and most important churches, built over the burial site of a major Christian martyr. The structure has been rebuilt and expanded over centuries, blending early Christian, Romanesque, and Gothic styles. It’s a peaceful spot, surrounded by a historic cemetery and filled with ancient art and mosaics.
FREE
Casina delle civette
This quirky house is tucked inside a big park and looks like something out of a fairy tale. It started as a simple chalet but was transformed over the years into a place full of stained glass, mosaics, and odd shapes. The name comes from all the owl decorations you’ll spot everywhere inside and out.
€12.0
/ Adult
Villa Torlonia
This historic estate is a former noble residence surrounded by gardens and unique buildings. It was once home to important families and even a famous political leader. The grounds are filled with interesting architecture, art, and a peaceful atmosphere.
FREE
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