Rome trip planner

This 16C church is one of Rome's main ecclesiastical institutes, boasting a wealth of Baroque ornamentation and exquisite artwork.

Dating to the 1C, this basilica was Rome's first erected church. It now boasts elaborate architecture and a wealth of decorations.

Part of the National Museum of Rome, this palace houses a rich array of beautiful Roman sculptures and fine ancient mosaics.

Visit this amalgam of three separate churches dating to the 1C, the 4C, and the 11C, exploring its architecture and ornate details.

Originally a Roman temple, this famed 2C rotonda is a superbly-preserved cultural monument, as well as a feat of Roman engineering.

This beautiful 20C villa houses an exquisite 17C collection of artwork and historic artefacts, including choice pieces by Caravaggio.

This iconic landmark is a triumph of Roman architecture, dating to the 1C and hailed as the largest amphitheater ever built.

One of Rome's primary churches, this basilica features diverse architectures from the 4C to the 20C, as well as fine decorations.

A 17C church featuring remarkable Baroque architecture, rich frescoes, gorgeous ceiling murals, and other decorative elements.

Make a wish and toss a coin into this world-famous Baroque fountain, admire its sculptures, then head off to explore the nearby cafes.

With a construction history stretching to the 5C, this 18C basilica is a significant ecclesiastical monument, boasting rich interior.

Once a wealthy suburb of ancient Rome full of elegant villas and rich gardens, the district is now a great spot for a stroll.

The first church to be built with a Baroque facade, this 16C institute features fine architecture and remarkable ornamentation.

A 16C church boasting lush Baroque architecture, as well as an exquisite sculpture by the famed Italian master, Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Once a Roman arena used for games, this lively Baroque square is a great spot to rest your feet and enjoy some people-watching.

Dating to the 5C, this unassuming church now houses Michelangelo's famed statue of Moses, as well as several other notable artworks.

A very lively neighborhood in the heart of Rome. Great for an evening stroll and a good meal.

This 17C palace features eclectic architecture, and houses a fantastic gallery exhibiting artworks by Italian masters.

Once the political and commercial center of ancient Rome, this archaeological park now houses nicely-preserved ruins.

This magnificent 19C monument commemorates Italy's first king, and features an array of artistic and architectural elements.

Originating as a Roman mausoleum, this squat round tower offers superb views from the top houses an art museum.

The veritable heart of Rome, this hill is an archaeological park featuring a wealth of remarkable ancient ruins and a museum.

A Neoclassical square strewn with fountains, cultural monuments, and restaurants, offering a great opportunity for people-watching.

Climb up the elegant 18C Spanish Steps to visit the church, or spend your time loafing on the square below, soaking in the ambiance.

Set in the Vatican City, these 54 museums house an exquisite art collection dating to the 16C, including the famed Sistine Chapel.

A masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, this awe-inspiring 16C church boasts artwork by Italian masters and exquisite furnishing.

Hike up this hill for marvelous views of Rome, its copulas, and historic sites, then visit the church or admire the nearby fountain.

Perfect for families with small children, this experiential museum combines play with science in a fun experience.

While boasting fine altars and artwork, this 17C church is renowned for its crypt, adorned with the bones of over 4,000 Capuchin friars.

One of the last remaining gates of a 17C villa, lined with elaborate statues and adorned with mystical symbols.

An ancient square dotted with numerous ruins of 1C Roman temples, as well as the remnants of the famed 1C BC Pompeii Theater

Established in the 2C BC, the largest and the first stadium in the Roman Empire survives to this day and echoes its former grandeur.

Take a walk through the residential Aventine Hill quarter, famed for the Santa Maria Church whose keyhole offers a superb view.

A lovely 16C church, featuring a wealth of notable frescoes and artwork, as well as an ossuary decorated with human bones and skulls.

Exquisitely decorated with statues, bas-reliefs, vaults, and fine artwork, this neo-Gothic 19C church features an ecclesiastical museum.

Built in the 16C, this marvelous palace is known as the Monster House, featuring fantastic faces devouring its every door and window.

Dating to the 1C BC, this former tomb was later incorporated into the city's fortifications, and in this manner preserved for centuries.

Stroll through the tranquil expanse dotted with fine tombstones, admiring the fruit trees and noting some of the historic relics.

Erected by the Torlonia family in the 18C and occupied by Mussolini in the 20C, this Neoclassical mansion now hosts a small art museum.

An underground cemetery used from the Greek period onward, now featuring several notable mausoleums and sarcophagi.

A wonderful writer's house museum dedicated to Romanticism's beloved poets, exhibiting their personal items, paintings, letters, and more.

Be sure to schedule your visit in advance for a chance to see these 2C Jewish catacombs, rife with archaeological curios.

An artificial hill dating to the Roman era, comprised of fragments belonging to over 50 million ceramic amphora jugs.

Founded in the 2C, this former temple was once a massive complex and now should be explored for a glimpse of Ancient Rome.

This gorgeous 21C church boasts characteristically Russian architecture, notable ecclesiastical relics, and murals by Russian artists.

Housed in the artist's own residence, this museum exhibits an array of Anderdsen's work from sculpture, to painting, to design.