The Colosseum is the most famous landmark of the city of Rome and Italy, the most famous architectural monument of Ancient Rome, one of the most grandiose and well-preserved buildings ancient world. Over 4 million people visit annually. According to statistics, the Colosseum is visited by more than 90% of tourists coming to Rome.
St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) and St. Peter's Square are among the most visited tourist places in Rome. More than 4 million people visit this cathedral every year. St. Peter's Basilica is the most famous and largest building of the Vatican, the largest historical Christian church in the world. Near the dome of the cathedral there is an observation deck from where you can see the panorama of the city of Rome. More
Trevi Fountain
Pyramid of Cestius
The Pyramid of Cestius (Piramide di Caio Cestio) is an ancient Roman mausoleum in the form of a pyramid, which is located on the Aventine hill, about 2 kilometers south of the Colosseum. The Mausoleum of Caius Cestius (Pyramid of Cestius) resembles the Egyptian pyramids in shape.
The pyramid was built between 18 and 12 AD. BC e. for Gaius Cestius Epulon. Dimensions: height 36.4 meters, base length 30 meters). Nearby are the Gates of San Paolo (they are part of the fortress wall “Aurelian Wall”). Piramide metro station.
Roman forum
Palatine
Hill Palatine (Palatino) is the historical center. The other six hills are located around this hill. It was on this hill that the city of Rome was founded. (In fact, people lived on this site long before the rise of the city of Rome.) During the heyday of Ancient Rome, it was mostly the rich and aristocrats who lived here. The height of the hill is approximately 51 meters above sea level. Near the hill is the Colosseum amphitheater, the Roman Forum. Capitol Hill is located a little to the north. The nearest Colosseo.
capitol hill
Capitol (Capitol Hill, Monte Capitolino) is one of the seven hills on which it was located Ancient Rome. On the Capitol was the Capitol Temple (Capitol), in which meetings of the Senate and popular assemblies. Piazza del Campidoglio is located on the Capitol Hill and was designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti. On the square are the Senator's Palace (Senatorio), the Palazzo dei Conservatori, the New Palace, the statue of Marcus Aurelius. These palaces house the Capitoline Museums. The Capitoline Museums (in the Conservators "Apartment) store the famous symbol of Rome, the statue of the Capitoline Wolf. (You can see a copy next to the Senatorio.) Nearby is the Roman Forum, a monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Piazza Venezia.
Theme parks
- Bioparco. Large zoological park with over 1000 animals. The zoo is located in the northern part of Rome, in Villa Borghese.
- zoomarine. Water amusement park, located at a distance of about 35 kilometers from Rome, next to the Mediterranean coast.
- Rainbow-Magicland. An amusement theme park located in the suburbs of Rome, Valmontone, about 40 kilometers southeast of Rome.
There are several places in Rome from where you can see a beautiful panorama of the city. One of the best places This is the terrace at the dome of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican.
Janiculum Hill
From the observation deck, located near the Garibaldi monument on the Janiculum hill (Gianicolo, Janiculum), you can admire the view of the old city. Hill Janiculum is located on the right bank of the Tiber. This is the second highest hill in Rome (the highest Monte Mario has a height of 139 meters), a height of 82 meters. The Garibaldi Equestrian Monument is located approximately 1.2 kilometers west of Tiberina Island.
Terrace of the Vittoriano Monument
The terrace on the monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Quadrighe Altare della Patria, Vittoriano) gives you the opportunity to see the historical center of Rome from above. Access to the terrace was opened in 2007. The monument to Victor Emmanuel II is located on Piazza Venezia (a large white building, the most visible building on the square).
Pincho Hill
From the hill of Pincio (Pincio, Pincian Hill), from the terrace of Piazza Napoleone, you can see a beautiful panorama. From the hill you can see the dome of St. Peter's Cathedral, the Champ de Mars and the castle of Sant'Angelo. The hill can be climbed by stairs from Piazza del Popolo, or from Piazza di Spagna, along the famous Spanish Steps.
Monte Mario Hill
Monte Mario is the highest place in Rome. The height of the hill is 139 meters above sea level. On a hill, in Villa Mellini, there is an astronomical observatory and an astronomical museum (Museo Astronomico e Copernicano). One of the famous travelers of the 19th century wrote: “From here the most beautiful view to Rome and all foreigners who want to get an idea of the city should visit this hill.” Monte Mario Hill is located at a distance of about 2 kilometers north of the Vatican. (Guide books recommend a place called "Zodiaco", at the entrance to the park.
Seaside holidays in Rome
Italy is not only sights, but also the Mediterranean Sea, sun, beaches. The Mediterranean Sea (Tyrrhenian Sea) is located at a distance of about 25 kilometers from the center of Rome. The region of Ostia is one of the districts of the municipality of Rome, in essence it is a suburban area
On approaching Rome, you can often hear the surprised exclamations of some passengers: they did not even think that the city was on the sea. In fact, seaside Ostia for Rome is like Zelenograd for Moscow: a remote area of the city, where you can come by bus or train. It's right next to Fiumicino Airport, so if you have a long layover in Rome, you can take a taxi to Ostia and be at the beach in twenty minutes. The sea here is not as clean as in Sardinia or Salento, but swimming and sunbathing in the season is quite possible. The line of beaches starts within the city, and then stretches along the Tenuta di Castelporziano nature reserve - where you can ride a bike if you wish.
Farm products near the Circus Maximus
On weekends, there are many traveling markets in Rome. Farmers from Lazio and neighboring regions bring here their cheeses, sausages, vegetables, fruits and other products. For example, every Saturday and Sunday, a Campagna Amica association market takes place near the Circus Maximus (you can look for other places). Prices for farm products are higher than in the store, but the products are usually worth it. At the same time, you can try gorgonzola, grana padano, truffle oil, and other products. It is enough to ask: "Posso provare?" Nobody forces you to buy anything after tasting - you can say "buono, grazie" and move on.
vintage market
Rome's most famous flea market is called Porta Portese, a 50-year-old Sunday market. Here they sell everything in a row - from penny rings to antiques. But lately, locals have been complaining that there are too many consumer goods here, and the number of interesting vintage items has noticeably decreased. For the latter, it is advised to go to the Ponte Milvio market, which opens on the waterfront near the Olympic Stadium every first and second Sunday of the month. Here they sell old furniture, clothes, shoes and jewelry. You can find good stuff for a good price.
Botanical Garden
If you don't like crowds, check out the Sapienza University Botanical Garden in Trastevere. On weekdays it is quiet and deserted here - only green parrots fly from palm tree to palm tree. And a picture against the background of a bamboo grove, a Japanese garden or orchids will collect no less, if not more likes, than a banal photo “I'm at the Colosseum”.
Bar Freni e Frizioni
In Trastevere, it’s generally very cool to walk along the narrow lanes, occasionally stopping by for a drink and refreshment in some cafe. They are here on every corner. True, with the growth of the euro exchange rate in Europe has become more difficult. For those who want cheap and cheerful, we advise you to look into the Freni e Frizioni bar from 7 to 10 pm. This establishment, opened on the site of an old auto repair shop, pleases not only with a sincere atmosphere, but also with an evening aperitivo. At this time, by purchasing one serving of alcohol (from 6 euros), you get unlimited access to the buffet. There are several types of pasta and risotto, salad and fruit - enough to have a hearty dinner.
Rooftop coffee
Another way to make yourself beautiful for little money is to go to the cafe on the roof of the Capitol Museum. To do this, having barely risen to the Capitoline Square with sculptures by Michelangelo, you need to turn right and go towards Piazzale Caffarelli. There will be an entrance to the museum building - it is not the main one, and there is no sign there, but you don’t have to pay for the entrance. Climbing the stairs to the top floor, you will find a cafe. Its main advantage is a terrace with a stunning view of the city. The coffee here is also very good.
Cycling along the Appian Way
Rome is not a very cycling city, there are few bike paths and rather heavy traffic. You can ride along the Tiber embankment - there the bike path runs right by the water, or in the Appia Antica park. True, it is better to come there on a weekend. Despite the fact that only local residents have the right to drive there, traffic is quite intense on weekdays. In general, this is a very pleasant park with the ruins of old castles and villas of wealthy people along the ancient Roman road. After the trip, you can relax on the grass or quench your thirst at the city fountain. By the way, many do not realize to plug the tap with your finger - then the water will pour through the hole from above and it will be more convenient to drink.
Cafe and shop Biopolis
Interesting places there is not only in the center of Rome, but also on the outskirts. So, if you suddenly find yourself in the northeast of the city, in the area of the Libia metro station, go to Biopolis. Everything here is prefixed with bio-. In a cafe, you can eat a sandwich with smoked fish, wash it down with a glass of organic wine, and buy bio-fruits in the store. It also sells superfoods, cosmetics without silicones and parabens, as well as household chemicals for bottling. Customers can bring their own container and not harm the planet with another plastic liquid soap bottle.
Giubbonari street
Most often, Russians in Rome can be found in the via del Corso area - there, not far from the Spanish Steps, stores of famous brands are concentrated, from mass market to luxury. But all these brands are represented in Moscow in one way or another. If you want something less well-known, you should go to Giubbonari Street, which is not far from Campo de "Fiori. There are a lot of inexpensive shops with clothes and shoes of small Italian brands. You can take a break from shopping by buying ice cream at the Grom cafe - it is homemade and natural.
Confectionery Andreotti Via Ostiense, 54
It is more profitable to leave Rome from the Roma Ostiense station. Local trains stop here: a ticket to the airport costs 8 euros, while a trip on the Leonardo Express from Termini station will cost 14. The money saved can be spent on sweets in Andreotti pasticheria, which is located nearby. Here for 80 years they have been making excellent cakes with cream, chocolate and fruit. After all, a crisis is no reason to deprive yourself of the modest pleasures of Italian life.
In addition to the main attractions of Rome, described in all guidebooks, there are places in the Eternal City that are not known to every tourist. Below we have listed 5 of the most interesting and unusual sights in Rome that can cause genuine delight for curious travelers. And they explained how to get to them.
1 Keyhole on the Aventina
On the Aventine Hill (Colle dell'Aventino) you can look through the keyhole of the door that protects the Villa of the Order of Malta (Villa del Priorato di Malta). From this well, you can simultaneously see three states at once: the Vatican (St. Peter's Basilica), the Order of Malta (which owns the villa and residence) and, directly, Italy itself between them.
It is easy to distinguish a hole with views from a simple keyhole: a pair of carabinieri is always on duty near it.
How to get there: the exact addressPiazza Pietro d "Illiria, metro Circo Massimo, territory of Giardino degli Aranci (Orange Garden)
2. Magic door (Porta Magica)
Another interesting attraction - the Magic Door (or La Porta Alchemica - as it is called in Rome) is a magic door of 1680, located in the Villa Palombara near piazza Vittorio Emanuele (if you are staying at a hotel near Termini Station - It won't be hard to find this attraction.
According to the Romans, the formula for turning any metal into gold is written on this door. According to legend, in the 17th century, the alchemist and magician Francesco Giuseppe stopped to spend the night at the villa, who discovered a mysterious plant in the garden that could produce gold. The next morning, the guests of the villa discovered that the alchemist had disappeared, dissolving through the door, and on the door itself remained drawn the mysterious formulas for turning metal into gold.
How to get there: piazza Vittorio Emanuele, territory of villa Palombara (free entry)
3. The illusion of the dome of St. Peter
Another curious discovery is the view of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica from Villa Pamphili, from Piccolomini Street. From there you can see the dome of the cathedral, but if you move closer to it, the dome will decrease, and if you move away, the dome, on the contrary, will seem huge. This unusual optical illusion has several explanations - why this happens - everyone has their own assumptions, the same effect is observed on the videos taken ... But it's worth watching live!
How to get there: villa Pamphili (villa Pamphili) is located in the Trastevere area, you can get there by tram number 8 from Venice Square (piazza Venezia)
4. Facade of the Zuccari Palace
An unusual and extravagant palace is located at via Gregoriana 30, near the Plaza of Spain (piazza di Spagna). In place of the main door - a huge monster! And all because the architect of the palace, Federico Zuccari, was once very impressed with the sculptures of monsters that he saw in the Bomarzo Park (near Rome). And Bomarzo Park, in turn, was built by the grief-stricken Prince Bomarzo after the death of his young wife ... Here is such an occasion for inspiration!
5. Pyramid of Cestius
Located near the Piramide metro station (blue line), this is perhaps the only surviving ancient pyramid in Europe. The Roman magistrate Gaius Cestius, who lived in the 1st century BC and was famous for his military campaigns in African countries, is buried here. During the African campaigns, he liked the Nubian tombs, and he wanted to be in the same after death.
This tomb was built not in the same way as in Egypt, but much simpler and cheaper, which is why it was built in just 330 days. Inside is concrete, and outside the pyramid is covered with white marble slabs and bricks. The height is not small - almost like a 9-storey building. The shape of the pyramid is wrong. In its center is a crypt in the form of a cube about 5 meters high.
From the outside, the Pyramid can be viewed at any time. Get inside - on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, at 11.00.
How to get there: Piramide metro station, blue line
Rome has many interesting places to visit. Arriving in this historic city for one day, you should try to cover the most beautiful and famous of them. You can select the top 5 beautiful places in Rome in order to be able to set off in advance along the planned route.
Piazza del Popolo
Piazza del Popolo was formed in the 16th century. Three main thoroughfares departed from it, represented by Corso, Babuino and Ripetta streets. At the point of convergence of these avenues, two churches were built: the oval Santa Maria in Montesanto and the round Santa Maria dei Miracoli.
Piazza del Popolo is surrounded by a balustrade decorated with sculptural allegories. Today it is one of the favorite places of tourists and Romans. Previously, executions were held on the square, but now it is closed to traffic. It is beautifully illuminated at night, and the Pincio Gardens spread over it offer views of the beautiful places of Rome. On the square itself there is the gate of del Popolo, behind which the pilgrimage Flaminieva begins.
In the center of the square, tourists can see an Egyptian obelisk, which is called the Obelisk of Flaminius. It is a stone pillar, which is more than three thousand years old. It was brought to the city as a war trophy. All this will be interesting to see.
The Trevi Fountain is a very interesting place not only for tourists, but also for local residents. This is . It has an impressive size and is adjacent to the majestic facade of the Palazzo Poli. All this looks like a single whole, which visually makes the fountain even larger, as the architect Nicolo Silva intended.
The Trevi Fountain resembles a scene from an ancient play that is carved out of stone. Water in this case looks like just an addition to the composition, and not its basis. Such an attraction is interesting to see not only during the day, but also at night. At this time, the fountain is illuminated by a large number of lamps and looks completely different. Thanks to warm shades, it seems that the sculptures come to life.
aventine hill
You can really say about the Aventine Hill that this is the most beautiful place in Rome. It is one of the 7 hills on which the capital of Italy is located. Aventine Hill is located on the left bank of the Tiber River. It used to be sparsely populated and located outside the ancient border called Pomeria, which used to separate the ancient city from the outside world.
Today, Aventin is a marvelous park, which contains orange groves, as well as cypress and pine alleys. From the top of the Aventine Hill you can see the beautiful places of Rome. The picturesque view from here is breathtaking. This is what attracts travelers.
Pincho Hill
Pincio Hill is located north of the highest hill of the Quirinal. Initially, it was located outside the city, but during the time of the Empire it began to be built up and entered the city limits. Today, beautiful gardens and luxurious villas are spread on the hill. Antique statues and buildings are located throughout the territory. Because of the wide variety of gardens, it is called the hill of gardens. On its central square stands a nine-meter Egyptian obelisk. The current layout around it was designed in the era of classicism.
You can go to Pincho Hill by two famous stairs. The first of them is Spanish, which leads from Piazza del Spagna, and the second "Napoleonic", leading from Piazza del Popolo. Climbing the hill, travelers can relax in the shade of trees, sit on a bench or lie down on the grass. The picturesque nature around is conducive to a relaxing holiday after long walks around the city.
Spanish Steps leading to Pincho Hill
Venice square
It can be called a separate tourist center of Rome due to the fact that it is most convenient to start a tour of the city from it. The square got its name thanks to the Renaissance palace, which was created here in the 15th century.
The main place in Piazza Venezia is occupied by a monument to Victor Emmanuel II, who was the first king of Italy. They built it for 26 years. Inside the monument today is the Risorgimento Museum. It is dedicated to the history of the struggle for independence in the 19th century. Piazza Venezia gained its fame due to the fact that Napoleon's mother lived in one of its houses. It is known that she often sat on the balcony and watched what was happening in the square.
Today, tourists can walk around the square, as well as climb the observation decks. They offer a wonderful view of the city streets with old buildings. Such a magnificent sight amazes tourists at any time of the year. From this square, you can go in any direction to view other attractions.
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But if you are a tireless traveler in search of new experiences and unusual places, then we bring to your attention 10 interesting and non-standard places in Rome.
1) Underground Rome
Not everyone knows about the existence of another parallel Rome, which is located deep underground. Throughout the ages, people have been attracted by the opportunity to use the underground part of the city. Lack of space for city development, insufficient building material, shelter from enemies - these are the main reasons for the emergence of an underground city.To date, archaeologists know about hundreds of dungeons in Rome that you can visit - mitreriums (sanctuaries of the god Mithra), aqueducts, crypts of famous basilicas, catacombs, caves under villas, ancient Roman cisterns, Great cloaca and much more.
Fascinating underground travel suit two competing firms. See the schedule on their websites.
www.sotterraneidiroma.it
www.romasotterranea.it
2) Etruscan Museum at Villa Giulia
The Etruscan Museum at Villa Giulia is one of the most important museums dedicated to this mysterious people.
The museum was founded in 1889 and contains a rich collection of the pre-Roman period.
It houses the famous terracotta funerary monument, which depicts married couple- a touching couple reclining on their deathbed.
Another important exhibit is the tablets from Pyrgi. These are three golden plates with inscriptions in the Etruscan and Punic languages.
The museum has a large collection of jewelry, as you know, the Etruscans were skilled craftsmen. The hall with erotic paintings on dishes and vases is curious (children under 16 should skip this hall).
Address: Piazzale di Villa Giulia, 9
3) Palazzo delle Civilta del Lavoro (Palace of the Worker Civilization) or simply the Square Colosseum
Square Colosseum- a symbol of Rome of the XX century. It is located in the EUR quarter. The square Colosseum was designed by Benito Mussolini by the architects Giovanni Guerrini, Ernesto Bruno La Padula and Mario Romano in 1938-43. The geometric palazzo covers 8,400 square meters and rises to a height of 50 meters. The facade is made of 6 rows (we consider letters B-e-n-i-t-o), consisting of 9 arches (again, we count the letters M-u-s-s-o-l-i-n-i).
The statues surrounding the palace symbolize valuable modern society arts, crafts and characteristics: Heroism, Music, Craft, Political genius, Social order, Work, Agriculture, Philosophy, Commerce, Manufacturing, Archeology, Astronomy, History, Genius of invention, Architecture, Law, Primacy of navigation, Sculpture, Mathematics, Theatrical talent, Chemistry, Publishing, Medicine, Geography, Physics, Genius of poetry, Painting and Genius of military art.
The square Colosseum has its own charm, in the rays of the rising sun it seems to have descended from the paintings of De Chirico, striking in its power and conciseness of forms.
In the early morning of March 24, 1944, 335 arrested persons, among whom were partisans and civilians, were taken to via Ardeatina, where an ancient cave was located. Having tied their hands behind their backs, they were ordered to kneel down and shot, after which explosions thundered, leaving behind only a pile of stones.
So the Germans responded to the military action of the resistance movement, as a result of which 33 German policemen were killed, the life of each of them was estimated at ten Italian lives.
Three months after the liberation of Rome, the cave was raked from the rubble, the relatives of the dead tried to identify pieces of the bodies of their relatives from the mass grave.
In 1949, a mausoleum in a grotto was erected on this site, which is more like a sanctuary than a pompous memorial. In the cave halls there are identical graves with 323 names, 12 remained unidentified.
A monument to the dead was erected in front of the entrance to the tomb so that future generations would not forget the history.
7) Chinechitta
Cinecitta"- a famous Italian film studio located in Rome.Cinecitta was discovered under Benito Mussolini in 1937. During the entire existence of the film studio, about 3,000 films were shot, 90 of which became candidates for an Oscar, and 47 won it. Such great directors as Federico Fellini, Luchino Visconti, Martin Scorsese and many others worked here.
The cinema complex occupies 40 hectares with 22 pavilions, a huge outdoor pool and spacious alleys.
In addition, the film studio hosts thematic exhibitions and tours that reveal the inner life of the Italian "dream factory". A more expensive ticket will allow you to visit the filming taking place at that time.
Cinacitta address: Via Tuscolana, 1055. Ticket price 10 euros (20 euros with a visit to the filming).
How to get there: metro line A - to the Cinecitta stop.
Opening hours of the exhibition: from 9.30 to 17.30 (tickets are sold until 16.30).
Visiting filming: every day except Tuesday at 10.00, 11.30 (also English language), 13.00, 14.00, 15.15 (also English), 16.30
Closed: Tuesday.
Website: www.cinecittastudios.it
8) San Lorenzo
Rome's San Lorenzo quarter is popular with students, not tourists. There are no ancient Roman ruins and baroque churches, but the spirit of reckless youth, cheap cafes and freedom-loving graffiti reigns. In the evening and at night, numerous party places invite guests to visit them, wine cellars turn on cozy lights, and books are sold at half price.
In the last century, Pier Paolo Pasolini and Alberto Moravia drew their inspiration from San Lorenzo, finding heroes for their works. But new times give birth to new heroes, who are in abundance on the streets of San Lorenzo.
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9) Matattoyo in Testaccio
Mattatoyo (Mattatoio)- a former slaughterhouse located in the Testaccio area.
The slaughterhouse was closed in 1975, moving to a new location. Then it housed the fire department and the Faculty of Architecture. In 2002, a huge complex, covering about 100,000 square meters, was decided to give to contemporary art.
So appeared MACRO (www.macro.roma.museum) is a huge gallery that hosts exhibitions of contemporary art and various events. The permanent exhibition includes 600 works by artists of the 20th century.
The Coppede quarter immerses you in unusual Liberty style Rome. Bizarre shapes, interesting buildings and an unforgettable walk are guaranteed!
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Bonus:
Garbatella is a borgata (workers' village) built in the Roman Baroketto style. A special atmosphere and a pleasant walk without tourist crowds.
12) Nomentano
Nomentano invites you to immerse yourself in Mussolini's Rome.